This brew essentially a modern Australian take on a British Style Real Ale. It is a big bodied amber ale with bold hoppy citrus character. It is an absolute belter. Ingredients include - 2 types of light liquid malt extract, crushed crystal malt grain, Galaxy Hops and the a premium British ale yeast.Inspired by a great beer that comes from Melbourne's most Famous Craft brewery in Richmond (who cannot be named here).

The Tail Ale earns its reputation through an unusual combination: two types of light liquid malt extract give the beer a full, rounded body, while crushed crystal malt grain adds the caramel amber colour and sweet malt depth that sets it apart from a standard pale. Galaxy hops bring the citrus punch that fans of modern Australian craft beer will recognise immediately. The premium British ale yeast ties it all together with a clean, slightly fruity character that suits the style perfectly. It’s a step up from a basic malt extract kit, and the result shows.

What’s in the box

Each kit contains two types of light liquid malt extract, crushed crystal malt grain for steeping, hops, and a premium British ale yeast . Full step-by-step brew day instructions and precise measurements are included in the box.

Beer Stats

Tasting notes

Appearance: Deep amber with a persistent off-white head and a warm, inviting pour.

Aroma: Bold citrus and tropical character from Galaxy hops, with a caramel malt sweetness underneath.

Mouthfeel: Full-bodied and smooth with a satisfying bitterness and a clean, well-rounded finish.

Frequently asked questions

What style of beer is the Tail Ale?

The Tail Ale is a modern Australian take on a British-style real ale , an amber ale with the fuller body and malt depth of the traditional British style, but with Australian Galaxy hops adding bold citrus character in place of the earthy English varieties. The result is something genuinely its own: a big, hop-forward amber ale with real craft quality.

What does the crystal malt grain addition involve?

The crushed crystal malt in this kit is steeped in hot water before the main brew to extract its caramel sweetness, amber colour, and body — similar to making a strong tea from specialty malts. The instructions walk you through the process step by step, and it’s a simple extra step that adds a quality you can’t get from malt extract alone.

What makes Galaxy hops stand out in an amber ale?

Galaxy is Tasmania’s most celebrated hop variety, known for its intense passionfruit, citrus, and tropical fruit character. In an amber ale, it creates a really interesting contrast — the bold citrus aroma plays beautifully against the warm caramel malt, giving the beer a complexity that makes it hard to put down.

How much beer does this kit make?

This kit produces 21 litres enough for approximately 28 × 750ml longnecks or 55 × 330ml stubbies.

Is this kit suitable for someone new to home brewing?

Yes the grain steep step adds a small amount of extra work on brew day, but the instructions walk you through it clearly and it’s genuinely straightforward. If you’ve done a basic extract kit before, this is a natural and very rewarding next step.

How long does it take from brew day to drinking?

Around 2–3 weeks in total. Fermentation typically takes 7–10 days, followed by at least a week of bottle conditioning. Amber ales can benefit from a little extra bottle time the caramel malt character rounds out beautifully with a few extra days of conditioning.