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Offline mcdform

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Goldenrod -Solidago velutina
« on: August 25, 2016, 03:04:01 pm »
I'm looking for any feedback from those that have used Goldenrod in a recipe.  I have an abundance and I know that it is used to make tea among other things.  The flowers have a flavor ranging from dill to green tea and the leaves and stems are used as well.

Anyone ever use it? If so, how?
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Offline duboman

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Re: Goldenrod -Solidago velutina
« Reply #1 on: August 25, 2016, 06:38:43 pm »
Havent personally used it but have heard that many make a tea out of it and then add it to the beer either at flame out or post fermentation to taste/flavor.  No idea on amounts.....

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Offline mcdform

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Re: Goldenrod -Solidago velutina
« Reply #2 on: August 25, 2016, 09:30:28 pm »
Thanks, a tea sounds like the safest bet.  I'm curious about what it can contribute when used in a variety of ways so I'm thinking I'll brew up an extra couple of gallons and treat them differently.

I'm thinking of dry hopping one and using a tea for one.
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