Instead of hops, this recipe uses herbs.
In the boil for 1 hour add: 1oz. Lungwort - 1oz. Astragalus - 1oz. Lemongrass - .75oz. Motherwort - .25oz. Agrimony - .25oz. Mugwort.
Use 1oz. Lemongrass to dry herb in the secondary.
You may find other recipes for gruit that have sweet gale and wild rosemary. It's best to make a tea with your herbs to get the effect you wish to impart on your brew. Most herbs can be had at www.wildweeds.com.
Simmer the 2oz. of crystalized ginger in a quart of water, cool and add to secondary. Don't use dried or fresh ginger, the taste is much stronger from them.
I suggest using a lager yeast or a Calif. Common to help keep a smoothness to the beer. Best of luck!! Age 6-8 weeks
