Instructions

1. Use a recipe for five to 10 gallons of beer, and brew as usual up to the last five minutes of the boil.

2. Crush the grains of paradise into a granular powder. First, put the grains of paradise into a zip-seal plastic bag, and then roll a rolling pin over them. You also can use an electric spice grinder or coffee mill. Crush the grains of paradise as late in the brewing process as possible so they'll retain their freshest flavor and aroma.

3. Add the grains of paradise during the last five minutes of the boil, or turn off the heat when the beer is finished and add the spice then. Add 1/8 teaspoon to five gallons for a subtle flavor, or 1/4 teaspoon for a more intense taste. Add 1/2 teaspoon to 10 gallons of beer for mild spice, or up to 1 1/2 teaspoons for 10 gallons if you know you like the flavor and you want a definitive spicy beer. Then add any other spices you’ve decided to include.