{"title":"Brown Ale Kits","description":"  ","products":[{"product_id":"recipe-kit-hounds-tooth-scotch-brown-ale","title":"Recipe Kit Hound's Tooth Scotch Brown Ale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hound's Tooth Scotch Brown Ale is a smooth, malt-forward brown ale created by AHB Master Brewer Matthew. 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. Steeping grains is simple, no mashing required, so brew day stays straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreated by AHB Master Brewer Matthew over many test brews\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThree roasted and caramel specialty grains for malt depth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA balanced blend of American and English hops\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBeginner friendly: grains are steeped in a bag, no mashing required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen it makes sense\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA great choice for a first dark ale that does not feel like a beginner beer. Works well when you want something smooth and malt-forward that still impresses.\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\u003eScotch brown ale\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e5%\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eIBU\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eColour (EBC)\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eOriginal gravity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1.054\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFinal gravity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1.014\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 (steeping grains, no mash)\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\u003eBeermakers Old malt extract base (the fermentable base that becomes the beer)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLiquid malt extract (for added body)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA blend of three roasted and caramel specialty grains (steeped for malt depth)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA combination of American and English hops (for a balanced bitterness)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA specialty ale yeast selected for this style\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 brown with a tan head\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich roasted and caramel malt\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and malt-forward with a gentle balanced hop character\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and rounded\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, malty and easy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHamish's verdict\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not let the beginner-friendly label fool you, Matthew spent a lot of brews dialling this in and it shows. Steep the specialty grains as instructed for the full malt depth, and give it a few weeks to settle. It punches well above an entry-level kit.\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":41994405314637,"sku":"35036","price":84.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/8306\/0045\/files\/35036.jpg?v=1754042613"},{"product_id":"recipe-kit-newcastle-brown-ale","title":"Recipe Kit Newcastle Brown Ale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is our take on Newcastle Brown Ale, the Northern English icon poured in pubs around the world for nearly a century. 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. It ferments clean at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep copper colour and smooth roasted, toffee malt character\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnglish Fuggles hops for trademark earthy, herbal bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClassic English ale yeast for subtle fruity esters\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFerments at room temperature, straightforward brew day\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen it makes sense\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit for anyone who has cracked a Newcy Brown and wanted to brew their own. 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. 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