Ginger Snap Amber Ale Beer Kit

Description
Videos

woman drinking beer

Your Label Peelers Ginger Snap Amber 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.

Step right into the world of brewing with the Ginger Snap Amber Ale kit, your ticket to a flavor journey that's as exciting as it is delicious. This isn't just a beer kit, it's a flavor expedition, a chance to craft a brew that's uniquely yours.

Imagine this: a light brown amber ale that's as inviting as a warm hearth on a chilly evening. The 5 lbs. of Amber Dry Malt Extract lay the foundation, a sturdy base that's as reliable as it is flavorful.

Next, we introduce 1 lb. of Vienna Malt. This isn't just any malt, it's the secret ingredient that adds a touch of sophistication to your brew, a subtle nod to the old-world charm of traditional beer making.

But we're not stopping there. The 12 oz. of Caramel 80L Malt and 12 oz. of Victory Malt are the dynamic duo that infuse your brew with a caramel flavor that's as rich as a gold miner's dream. The 8 oz. of CaraBrown Malt? That's your secret weapon, the ace up your sleeve that adds a depth of flavor that's as deep as the ocean floor.

Now, let's talk about hops. The 1 oz. of East Kent Golding Hops and 1 oz. of Amarillo Hops are the spice of life in your brew. They add a symphony of spicy, floral, tropical, citrus, and thyme overtones that dance on your tongue like a ballet of flavor.

And the pièce de résistance? The .75 oz. of Ginger Root. This is where the 'snap' in Ginger Snap Amber Ale comes from. It's a subtle kick, a playful nudge that takes your brew from great to unforgettable.

So, are you ready to embark on your brewing adventure? With the Ginger Snap Amber Ale kit, you're not just making beer, you're crafting a masterpiece.

ABV: 5.7%
IBU: 43
SG: 1.058
FG: 1.014
SRM: 17

INGREDIENTS

- 5 lbs. Amber Dry Malt Extract
- 1 lb. Vienna Malt
- 12 oz. Caramel 80L Malt
- 12 oz. Victory Malt
- 8 oz. CaraBrown Malt
- 1 oz. East Kent Golding Hops
- 1 oz. Amarillo Hops
- .75 oz. Ginger Root
- Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet
- 1 packet dry yeast (Lallemand Nottingham)

HOPS SCHEDULE

- 60 minutes: 1 oz. East Kent Golding Hops (Bittering)
- 15 minutes: 1 oz. Amarillo Hop (Aroma / Flavor)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat 2-3 gallons of water to 155°F.
2. Place grains in a grain bag and steep in the hot water for 30 minutes.
3. Remove the grain bag and discard.
4. Add the malt extract and stir until fully dissolved.
5. Bring the wort to a rolling boil.
6. Add the hops according to the hop schedule.
7. Boil for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. With 15 minutes left, add .75 oz. of ginger root and Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet.
9. Terminate boil and cool the wort to 70°F.
10. Transfer the wort to a fermenter and top off with cold water to 5 gallons.
11. Pitch the yeast and seal the fermenter.
12. Ferment at 68-70°F for 10-14 days.
13. Transfer to a bottling bucket and stir in 5 oz. priming sugar. Mix until evenly distributed and bottle your beer.
14. Once bottled, allow 2 weeks for carbonation in a cool, dark room. Enjoy!

OTHER PRODUCTS YOU MIGHT NEED

Beer Making Equipment Kits

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 Ginger Snap Amber Ale.

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

Sanitizer and Spray Bottle

Good sanitation practices are absolutely fundamental to good beer making. Five Star San is the premier sanitizer you will need to make your Ginger Snap Amber Ale 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.

Bottles

When your Ginger Snap Amber Ale 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.

Carboys

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 Pots

The 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 Ginger Snap Amber Ale 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.

Siphons

Auto-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.

Fermenters

The fermenter pictured here is standard for a 5 gallon beer kit.

Hoses

Many 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 Ginger Snap Amber Ale over a few feet of unsanitary hose.

Funnels

Pouring 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.

Airlocks

It 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.

Stoppers and Bungs

Bungs and stoppers should also be periodically replaced. They can dry out and harbor bacteria.

Carboy Brush

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.

Capper

When you bottle your Ginger Snap Amber Ale, 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

Much of the world's hops production takes place in moist temperate climates near the 48th parallel north, which is the same region where potatoes thrive. The leading potato-growing states in the United States are also major hops-producing areas.

Hefeweizen Beer Kit

This wine making kit is available for purchase at our online s...