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This kit double dry-hops to ensure hop aroma comes through clearly while the amber malt adds the colour, body, and caramel sweetness that distinguishes a Red IPA from a standard West Coast pale ale.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey advantages\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDouble dry-hopped with Topaz and Amarillo for strong hop aroma\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAmber malt and Carapils combination for deep colour and full body\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWest Coast finish — clean, dry, hop-forward\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMore complex malt character than a standard pale ale kit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen it makes sense\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks well if you want a more complex hop experience than a pale ale\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGood option when you want rich malt character alongside hop intensity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuits intermediate brewers comfortable with the dry hopping process\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrewing specs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red IPA\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 litres (approx 53 stubbies)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Topaz, Amarillo (double dry hop)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGrain bill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amber malt, pale malt, Carapils (steeped)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOriginal gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.048 to 1.050\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinal gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.012 to 1.014\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFermentation temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 23 degrees C\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReady to drink:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 to 6 weeks from brew day (includes dry hop time)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's in the kit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAmber malt extract\u003c\/strong\u003e — rich colour and caramel malt body\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePale malt extract\u003c\/strong\u003e — fermentable base\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCarapils malt\u003c\/strong\u003e — steeped for head retention and body\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTopaz hop pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e — earthy resin and spice bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAmarillo hop pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e — citrus and floral aroma, dry hopped\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eYeast\u003c\/strong\u003e — ale fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDextrose\u003c\/strong\u003e — boosts ABV and primes carbonation in the bottle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pine, earthy resin, and tropical citrus from the Topaz and Amarillo dry hop\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep amber-red with a copper glow and a creamy off-white head\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasty caramel malt up front, followed by bold hop bitterness with citrus and spice. 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A kit for brewers who want a beer with real depth and genuine Belgian character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat it is like to brew\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelgian strong ales reward patience and a steady fermentation. The pale malt extract, crushed roasted grains and a touch of brewing honey build a layered malt base, while the Belgian ale yeast does the heavy lifting on flavour, throwing the spicy, fruity esters the style is known for. Ferment on the cooler side, 15 to 20 C, for a clean and complex result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAuthentic Belgian dubbel character from a true Belgian ale yeast\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePale malt extract, roasted grains and brewing honey for layered malt depth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOptional high-strength path to a Chimay-like 9% ale\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep amber copper colour with a creamy off-white head\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen it makes sense\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA good choice when you want to move beyond easy-drinking ales into something with complexity and strength. It suits cooler-month brewing and rewards a few weeks of conditioning. 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Rich roasted malt meets a gentle balance of American and British hops for a beer that is easy to drink and genuinely impressive to pour. It makes a great first dark ale, and the result is good enough to win over experienced brewers too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat it is like to brew\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit was built with first-time and early-stage brewers in mind, but the recipe is the real deal. A blend of three roasted and caramel specialty grains is steeped before the boil for depth, an Old malt extract base carries the body, and a carefully chosen mix of American and English hops keeps it balanced. 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Rich, malty and unmistakably brown, with a deep copper colour, a smooth roasted backbone, soft toffee sweetness and the earthy, resinous bitterness only English Fuggles hops deliver. A classic English ale yeast adds the subtle fruity esters the style is known for. It makes a proper Northern brown ale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat it is like to brew\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnglish brown ales reward good ingredients and a little patience, and this kit has both. The malt extract base delivers the signature deep copper colour and roasted chocolate character without complicating brew day, and Fuggles, one of the most historically significant British hops, gives the trademark earthy, herbal bitterness that cuts through the malt. 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A satisfying, full-flavoured brown ale that drinks easily and suits cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEnglish brown ale\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e4.8%\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eIBU\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eColour (EBC)\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e24\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eOriginal gravity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1.048\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFinal gravity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1.012 to 1.014\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFermentation temp\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e18 to 22 C (ale yeast)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eBatch volume\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e21 litres\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBeginner friendly\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eReady to drink\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAbout 4 to 6 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMalt extract base (the fermentable base, for deep copper colour and roasted character)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnglish Fuggles hops (for earthy, herbal bitterness)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClassic English ale yeast (ferments the sugars and adds subtle fruity esters)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlavour profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep copper brown with an off-white head\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted malt, soft toffee and earthy Fuggles hop\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and malty with roasted chocolate and toffee sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and medium bodied\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy, resinous bitterness balancing the malt\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHamish's verdict\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFuggles is the signature here, so this is not a kit to swap hops on. Give it a few weeks to condition and the toffee and roasted chocolate round out beautifully. It is a proper Northern brown ale, easy to drink and deeply satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by the AHB Brewing Team, June 2026. Last updated June 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Home Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41994596548685,"sku":"35051","price":63.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/8306\/0045\/files\/35051_27bef635-c9ed-4871-9d63-85cc7c462208.jpg?v=1786924659"},{"product_id":"recipe-kit-the-famous-irish-red-ale","title":"Recipe Kit The Famous Irish Red Ale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Famous Irish Red Ale is one of AHB's oldest and most trusted recipes. It makes 21 litres at 5.2 to 5.5% ABV, a deep coppery red beer with a creamy body, toffee-like malt richness and a smooth, balanced finish. Fresh UK-grown hops add just enough bitterness to keep it interesting without ever dominating the malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat it is like to brew\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by the classic Irish ales that made styles like Kilkenny famous, this is a malt-led beer with genuine character. The malt brings toffee and mocha with a hint of spicy cinnamon, the body stays creamy and medium-full, and at 30 IBUs the UK hops sit in support rather than out front. 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A crystal malt grain addition gives the toffee amber colour and smooth caramel body, while Australian-grown Galaxy and Ella hops bring a full tropical punch. It makes 21 litres at 4.8 to 5.2% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat it is like to brew\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis one sits at a crossroads: neither a standard amber nor a straight Pacific ale, but its own thing. The crystal malt, steeped before the boil, contributes the toffee and caramel sweetness behind the amber hue and smooth body. Galaxy and Ella then deliver passionfruit, peach, zesty citrus and a spicy, floral edge. 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Everything you want, in one beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat it is like to brew\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA black IPA should taste like an IPA that happens to be dark, and that is the balance here. The hops bring grapefruit citrus and earthy spice, the dark grain addition adds roasty espresso notes and that black, opaque pour, and at 45 to 50 IBUs it finishes with a long, assertive bitterness. Bold, but drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA big whack of American hops for grapefruit citrus and earthy spice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDark grain addition for roasty espresso notes and a black, opaque pour\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssertive 45 to 50 IBU bitterness with a long finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA genuine hoppy dark beer, IPA character with a roasty edge\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen it makes sense\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA good choice when you want something bold that bridges an IPA and a dark beer. Suits hop lovers and dark-beer drinkers alike, and works well heading into cooler weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAmerican Black IPA\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e5.2 to 5.5%\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eIBU\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e45 to 50\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eColour (EBC)\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eOriginal gravity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1.046 to 1.050\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFinal gravity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1.010 to 1.012\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFermentation temp\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e18 to 23°C\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eBatch volume\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e21 litres\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eReady to drink\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAbout 4 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMalt extract with a dark grain addition (the fermentable base and roast character)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAmerican hops (grapefruit citrus and earthy spice)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAle yeast (ferments the sugars, produces the alcohol and carbonation)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlavour profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black and opaque with a frothy off-white head\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grapefruit citrus and earthy spice with hints of roasty espresso\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hoppy and citrus-forward with a slightly roasty backbone\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light to medium bodied\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, bitter and assertive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHamish's verdict\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe trick with a black IPA is to keep the roast from taking over. 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