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Offline uisgue

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Fennel rye saison?
« on: April 14, 2012, 08:38:16 pm »
Anybody ever brewed with fennel? I am putting together a recipe for a spiced rye saison, but am not sure just how or when to use the fennel that I am tasting on my mind's tongue. Seeds in the boil? Fresh green leaves in the keg?
Doug Hickey
Crescent City, CA
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Offline leejoreilly

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Re: Fennel rye saison?
« Reply #1 on: April 15, 2012, 09:08:33 am »
I make a Rye Ale, and I've considered using fennel. I'd probably toast a teaspoon or so of the seeds, crush 'em a bit and add to secondary. I've never done it though; I'd be interested in your results, however you decide to go.