Mash temp question

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Mash temp question

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I recently brewed an american amber and the strike temp was a little high. After stirring the temp was at 162 and I was shooting for 154. I added ice and closed it up. 1/2 an hour later I measured it at it was at 142. I did a decoction and brought the temp to 157 for 20 minutes. What should I expect for flavor? I am assuming it will be a drier beer?

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I'm not sure. I'd expect dry but with some residual body, but with such a wild fluctuation, I think you'll have to tell us how it came out.
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Well, I am pleasantly surprised with the results. I bottled it today and tasted it. It was drier than I had initially hoped, but it was very smooth, crisp and clearer than any extract beer I have brewed. The cascades were great and bright and there was very little yeast taste. I am hoping this means that it will be ready to drink fairly quickly!
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