"Newkie" Brown Ale Beer Kit

Step right up, beer enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a brewing adventure with our "Newkie" Brown Ale kit. This isn't just a beer kit; it's your ticket to a world of rich, malty goodness, where you are the master brewer.

Your journey begins with 5 lbs. of Light Dry Malt Extract. This is the backbone of your brew, providing a light, sweet base that sets the stage for the symphony of flavors to come.

Next, you'll dive into the depths of malt complexity with 12 oz. of CaraMunich (60L). This specialty grain imparts a deep amber hue to your brew, along with a rich, caramel-like sweetness that will make your taste buds dance.

But we're not stopping there. Oh no, you're also getting 8 oz. of Bonlander Munich (10L). This malt adds a touch of toasted bread flavor, giving your beer a depth and complexity that will keep you coming back for more.

And what's this? 4 oz. of Torrified Red Wheat? You bet! This little gem adds a subtle, grainy sweetness and helps to create a full-bodied mouthfeel that will make your Newkie Brown Ale as satisfying as it is delicious.

But wait, there's more! We're also throwing in 2 oz. each of Black Malt and Chocolate Malt. These dark, roasted grains add a hint of coffee-like bitterness and a dash of chocolatey goodness, respectively, balancing out the sweetness and adding a layer of complexity that will make your beer truly unforgettable.

Finally, to top it all off, you'll be adding 2 oz. of East Kent Goldings Hops. This traditional English hop variety imparts a gentle, floral bitterness that perfectly complements the malty sweetness of your brew, rounding out the flavor profile and making your Newkie Brown Ale a beer to remember.

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your "Newkie" Brown Ale kit today and start your brewing adventure. Because you're not just making beer, you're crafting a masterpiece.

ABV: 4.5%
IBU: 35
SG: 1.051
FG: 1.015
SRM: 19

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, sparge (rinse) with water into the kettle, and discard.
4. Stir in the dry malt extract until fully dissolved.
5. Bring your wort to a rolling boil.
6. Add the hops according to the hop schedule.
7. Boil for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. At the 15 minute hop addition also add the Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet.
9. 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 or until fermentation is complete.
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!