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Recipe Kit White Rabbit Bunny Boiler Dark Ale
The Bunny Boiler is our take on the White Rabbit Dark Ale, a rich, flavoursome dark ale that still drinks refreshing. It is a malt-driven beer with a profile of toffee and chocolate, balanced by hop aroma and bitterness.
Makes 21L
4.8% ABV , White Rabbit Bunny Boiler Dark Ale
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Recipe Kit White Rabbit Bunny Boiler Dark Ale
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The details
Not every dark ale needs to be a big, heavy beer. This one leans on toffee and chocolate malt character but keeps things refreshing, with the hops adding aroma and just enough bitterness to balance the malt. It ferments clean at room temperature, so it is an approachable way into darker styles.
The Bunny Boiler is our take on the White Rabbit Dark Ale, a rich, flavoursome dark ale that still drinks refreshing. It is a malt-driven beer with a profile of toffee and chocolate, balanced by hop aroma and bitterness. It makes 21 litres at 4.8% ABV and suits brewers who want a dark ale that is easy drinking rather than heavy.
What it is like to brew
Not every dark ale needs to be a big, heavy beer. This one leans on toffee and chocolate malt character but keeps things refreshing, with the hops adding aroma and just enough bitterness to balance the malt. It ferments clean at room temperature, so it is an approachable way into darker styles.
Why this kit works
- Malt-driven profile of toffee and chocolate
- Rich and flavoursome but still refreshing, not heavy
- Hop aroma and bitterness to balance the malt
- Ferments at room temperature, approachable dark ale
When it makes sense
A good choice when you want a dark ale that drinks easily, or a first step into darker styles without committing to a big stout or porter.
Specifications
| Style | Dark ale |
|---|---|
| ABV | 4.8% |
| IBU | 28 |
| Colour (EBC) | 30 |
| Original gravity | 1.044 |
| Final gravity | 1.012 to 1.014 |
| Fermentation temp | 18 to 22 C (ale yeast) |
| Batch volume | 21 litres |
| Difficulty | Beginner friendly |
| Ready to drink | About 4 weeks |
What's in the box
- Malt extract base (the fermentable base, for toffee and chocolate character)
- Hersbrucker and Cascade hops (for aroma and balancing bitterness)
- Mangrove Jack's M36 Liberty Bell ale yeast (ferments the sugars and sets the finish)
- Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings
Flavour profile
- Appearance: Dark with an off-white head
- Aroma: Toffee and chocolate malt with hop aroma
- Flavour: Malt-driven toffee and chocolate, balanced by hops
- Mouthfeel: Smooth and refreshing for a dark ale
- Finish: Balanced, clean and easy
Hamish's verdict
This is the dark ale to hand someone who thinks they do not like dark beer. It has the toffee and chocolate character without the weight. Keep it at room temperature and give it the usual couple of weeks to condition.
Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team, June 2026. Last updated June 2026.
What's In The Kit
- Malt extract base: the fermentable base, for toffee and chocolate character
- Hersbrucker and Cascade hops: for aroma and balancing bitterness
- Mangrove Jack's M36 Liberty Bell ale yeast: ferments the sugars and sets the finish
- Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings
Brew Specs
- Style: Dark ale
- ABV: 4.8%
- IBU: 28
- Colour (EBC): 30
- Original gravity: 1.044
- Final gravity: 1.012 to 1.014
- Fermentation temp: 18 to 22 C (ale yeast)
- Batch volume: 21 litres
- Difficulty: Beginner friendly
- Ready to drink: About 4 weeks
Flavour Profile
Appearance: Dark with an off-white head
Aroma: Toffee and chocolate malt with hop aroma
Flavour: Malt-driven toffee and chocolate, balanced by hops
Mouthfeel: Smooth and refreshing for a dark ale
Finish: Balanced, clean and easy
Aroma: Toffee and chocolate malt with hop aroma
Flavour: Malt-driven toffee and chocolate, balanced by hops
Mouthfeel: Smooth and refreshing for a dark ale
Finish: Balanced, clean and easy
Who it's for
A good choice when you want a dark ale that drinks easily, or a first step into darker styles without committing to a big stout or porter.
Buying from us
Quick answers
Questions about this product, shipping and orders. See the FAQ page for more topics.
Customer support:
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
What beer is this inspired by?
It is our take on a well-known Australian dark ale. It is an independent recipe, not affiliated with or endorsed by that brewery, built to capture the malt-driven toffee and chocolate character of the style.
Is this a heavy beer?
No. It is malt-driven with toffee and chocolate character, but it stays refreshing and easy drinking rather than heavy, so it is a good first dark ale at 4.8% ABV.
Do I need temperature control to brew this?
No. This is an ale and ferments well at room temperature (around 18 to 23 degrees C), so you do not need a temperature-controlled fridge.
How much beer does this kit make?
It makes 21 litres, which is roughly 28 longneck bottles (750ml) or about 55 stubbies (330ml).
What equipment do I need to brew this kit?
A fermenter with lid and airlock, a no-rinse sanitiser, a thermometer, a hydrometer, and bottles or a keg for packaging. Our starter equipment kits include everything you need.
Customer support:
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
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