DME vs LME

[ChrisCapePoint]

I'm doing an Alagash clone soon and was wondering if using Dry Malt Extract would produce a lighter color than Liquid.

Thanks!

[alcaponejunior]

Color wise, I'd probably go with extra light DME and not add it all at 60.  Instead, add a little and then keep adding small amounts over the boil, till about ten minutes (add it all by then). 

Quality wise I never noticed a difference when I was doing extract. 

[KipDM]

First, your local homebrew shop should have the SRM rating on each of it's LME and DME containers. If not, ask the guy behind the counter.

Second, I have heard (but have not confirmed) that adding extract later in the boil does not darken as much.

Either way good luck!

[ChrisCapePoint]

Thanks for the info guys!