{"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. It is rich and rewarding without being heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep coppery red colour with a creamy off-white head\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eToffee and mocha malt richness with a hint of spicy cinnamon\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFresh UK-grown hops for a balanced 30 IBU bitterness that supports the malt\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOne of AHB's oldest and most trusted recipes\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 prefer maltier, less bitter beers with depth and character. Forgiving and well suited to brewers working through their first few brews, and excellent in 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\u003eIrish Red Ale\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\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\u003e1.048 to 1.052\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\u003eBeginner friendly\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eReady to drink\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAbout 3 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 blend (the fermentable base that becomes the beer)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFresh UK-grown hops (balanced bitterness that supports the malt)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYeast (ferments the sugars, produces the alcohol and carbonation)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePre-measured ingredients and full step-by-step brew day instructions\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 coppery red with a creamy white head\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malty toffee and mocha with hints of spicy cinnamon\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich toffee malt, smooth and balanced, with a supporting bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy and medium-full bodied\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, malty and rounded\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHamish's verdict\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIrish red rewards a little patience in the bottle. Give it a few extra days of conditioning beyond the minimum and the malt character softens and rounds out beautifully. It is a forgiving style, so it is a great early brew.\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":41994599727181,"sku":"35078","price":74.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/8306\/0045\/files\/35078.jpg?v=1754055549","url":"https:\/\/www.australianhomebrewing.com.au\/products\/recipe-kit-the-famous-irish-red-ale","provider":"Australian Home Brewing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}