Brown Derby ESB English Brown Ale Beer Kit
Brand : Label Peelers
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Your Label Peelers Brown Derby ESB English Brown Ale Original Beer Kit never sits on a shelf. Your grains are crushed to order. Your ingredients are packed fresh and you don't pay for a flashy box. It's all about providing you with the freshest ingredients for you to make your best beer.
Dive into the world of craft brewing with the Brown Derby ESB English Brown Ale Beer Kit, where every sip is a thrilling race to flavor nirvana. This kit is your ticket to creating an English Brown Ale that’s as rich in tradition as it is in taste. ESB stands for Extra Special Bitter, but don't let the name fool you—this brew is a harmonious blend of flavors that will have you racing for another.
Your journey begins with 6 lbs. of Pilsen Dry Malt Extract, the backbone of your brew, providing a smooth, malty canvas. The addition of 1 lb. of Caramel 60L Malt introduces a sweet, toasty character, while 8 oz. of Red Malt adds a subtle, nutty depth. To round out the malt profile, 2 oz. of Black Malt contribute a hint of roasted complexity, painting your ale a light brown hue that’s as inviting as a warm autumn evening.
The hops are where the magic truly happens. With 1 oz. of Willamette Hops, you’ll infuse your brew with floral and spice notes, reminiscent of a blooming English garden. Complementing this, 1 oz. of East Kent Hops brings a touch of honey and citrus, creating a balanced bitterness that dances on your palate without overpowering it.
To ensure your brew is as clear as a bell, the Yeast Energizer and Irish Moss Combo Packet work behind the scenes, while the Lallemand Nottingham Dry Yeast takes center stage, fermenting your creation into a masterpiece of flavor and aroma.
With the Brown Derby ESB Beer Kit, you’re not just brewing beer; you’re crafting an experience. Each bottle is a testament to your skill and passion, a liquid symphony that captures the essence of English brewing tradition. So, roll up your sleeves, fire up the kettle, and let the Brown Derby ESB Beer Kit take you on a flavorful journey you won’t soon forget.
ABV: 5.4 - 5.7%
IBU: 39
SG: 1.055
FG: 1.014
SRM: 13
- ABV: 5.6% - 5.9%
- IBU: 30
- SG: 1.059
- FG: 1.015
- SRM: 15
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INSTRUCTIONS
If you are making a beer kit for the first time, an equipment kit is a great and low-stress way to get all the equipment you need to make your Brown Derby ESB.
This Brewer's Best Equipment Kit is top of the line and comes complete for a beginner brewer.
- Equipment kit includes:
- 6.5 Gallon "Ale Pail" Primary Fermenter with Grommeted Lid
- 6.5 Gallon "Ale Pail" Bottling Bucket with Spigot
- Easy Clean No-Rinse Cleanser
- Auto-Siphon
- 5 Gallon Glass Carboy
- Plastic Paddle
- Carboy Brush
- Hydrometer
- Liquid Crystal Thermometer
- Bottle Brush
- Black Beauty Capper
- Econolock
- Drilled Bung
- Lab Thermometer
- Bottle Filler
- Siphon Hose with Shut-off Clamp
- IO-Star
- 20 qt. Brew Pot
- Equipment Instructions
SanitizerGood sanitation practices are absolutely fundamental to good beer making. Five Star San is the premier sanitizer you will need to make your Brown Derby ESB beer kit. A great practice for extra protection is to have a spray bottle filled with sanitizing solution so you can re-sanitize everything that touches or goes near your beer. Sanitation is much more difficult with beer than wine because beer has a higher pH. Wine's high acidity makes bacterial infection less likely but with beer, one small mishap can cost you your batch.
BottlesWhen your Brown Derby ESB is done, you will need bottles. This standard 12 ounce bottle is a good choice. You will need 54 for a 5 gallon batch. Bottles do not come with caps.
The 5 gallon carboy pictured here is the standard size for any beer kit. If you have never worked with a carboy, it is important to know they should not be moved full without a carboy handle or a carrier.
Brew PotsThe pot pictured is an 8 gallon pot that is perfect for any beer kit or a standard 5 gallon batch.
Wort Chillers and Thermometers
Wort Chillers and Thermometers are long term investments. It is important to chill your Brown Derby ESB wort quickly. The quicker you chill it the stronger the cold break will be. You also need a good thermometer that reads fast temperature fluctuations.
SiphonsAuto-siphons are a great luxury item to have in your brew equipment. Once you have one you will never go without it again. Don't forget to use a heavy duty sanitizer to clean it since you don't want to replace it as often as hoses. A good sanitizer for that job is Five Star San.
The fermenter pictured here is standard for a 5 gallon beer kit.
HosesMany people reuse their hoses for far too long. Replacing your hoses often or even using as single use items is highly recommended with beer making. Hoses are very hard to clean and beer is very susceptible to bacterial infection. You do not want to risk losing your Brown Derby ESB over a few feet of unsanitary hose.
FunnelsPouring your wort into a carboy can be tricky. Use a big funnel made just for the job. They even have different mesh screens to remove particles.
AirlocksIt is recommended to replace airlocks often. Because they never physically touch the beer, the sanitation risk is too often overlooked. Bacteria can spread without physical contact in a closed environment and plastic stubbornly harbors bacteria.
Bungs and stoppers should also be periodically replaced. They can dry out and harbor bacteria.
Keeping your carboy clean before and after use is key to avoid bacterial infection in your beer. A carboy brush is a great tool to get into those nooks and crannies.
Stainless Steel Carboy and Bottle Washer
Stainless Steel Carboy and Bottle Washer is a convenient way of cleaning your bottles and/or carboys. This high quality tool will come in handy. Hooks up straight to your faucet with the bottle washer adapter (#4804) and puts out plenty of pressure to clean those stubborn stains from beer bottles that have been sitting around.
CapperWhen you bottle your Brown Derby ESB, you will need to cap your bottles. This capper is inexpensive, easy to use and does not require attaching to a counter. It has a magnet to hold the cap in place.
DID YOU KNOW
Around 7000 BC in China, a fermented drink was made using rice and fruit. Unlike sake, malting or chewing the rice was used instead of mold for amylolytic fermentation, rather than saccharifying it.
