Monk Lite Belgian Ale Beer Kit - All Grain

Your Monk Lite Belgian Ale Label Peelers Original All Grain 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.

The Monk Lite Belgian Ale Beer Kit - All Grain offers you the chance to craft a crisp and highly drinkable Belgian-style ale with ease. With an ABV of just 3.5% - 3.8%, this light beer is perfect for those who appreciate subtle complexity without the heavy alcohol content. Expect a smooth, soft malt character that provides a gentle backbone, complemented by delicate hints of pear, clove, and a touch of citrusy hops. These flavors work harmoniously, delivering a refreshing yet nuanced drinking experience.

The Monk Lite Belgian Ale’s balanced profile makes it a great choice for those seeking a session-friendly beer that retains the classic Belgian character. The low bitterness (IBU: 22) ensures a smooth finish, while the light golden hue (SRM: 4) adds visual appeal. This all-grain kit gives you everything you need to brew a refined and approachable beer, perfect for sipping during relaxed moments or enjoying with friends.

With an Original Gravity (OG) of 1.035 - 1.041 and Final Gravity (FG) of 1.007 - 1.010, this beer kit creates a delightful balance of sweetness and dryness. Whether you’re new to brewing or a seasoned pro, the Monk Lite Belgian Ale kit ensures you’ll enjoy a high-quality brew that reflects the true essence of Belgian-style ales without overwhelming intensity.

Craft your perfect light Belgian ale with the Monk Lite Belgian Ale Beer Kit—where tradition meets ease and quality in every sip.

ABV: 3.5%
IBU: 22
BU/GU: 0.58
Original Gravity (OG): 1.035 - 1.041
Final Gravity (FG): 1.007 - 1.010
SRM: 4
Degrees Plato: 9.5

• Disclaimer: All calculations are for approximation purposes only.

HOPS SCHEDULE

1 oz Styrian Celiea (Golding) Hops - 60 min
1 oz Saaz Hops - 10 min

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare Equipment:

1. Sanitize all brewing equipment, fermenter, airlock, and any tools that will come into contact with the wort.

Mash:

2. Heat 2.6 - 3 gallons of water to 150°F.
3. Add Brewers 2-Row Malt, Pilsner Malt, and Flaked Wheat to the mash tun.
4. Mash at 150°F for 75 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Sparge:

5. Heat 4 gallons of water to 170°F.
6. Sparge the grains, collecting 6.5 gallons of pre-boil wort.

Boil & Hop Schedule:

7. Bring the wort to a rolling boil for 60 minutes.
8. Add hops according to the schedule:
   • 1 oz Styrian Celiea (Golding) Hops at 60 minutes.
   • 1 oz Saaz Hops at 10 minutes.

Cool and Transfer:

9. Use an immersion chiller or counterflow chiller to cool the wort to 65°F.
10. Transfer the cooled wort to a sanitized fermenter.

Fermentation:

11. Pitch 1 packet of Belgian Yeast into the fermenter.
12. Ferment at 65°F for 10–14 days, ensuring the fermentation temperature remains stable.

Conditioning:

13. After primary fermentation, transfer the beer to a secondary fermenter (if desired) and condition at 40°F for 2 weeks to enhance clarity.

Packaging Options:

Priming for Bottling:

14. Dissolve 5 oz of priming sugar in 2 cups boiling water.
15. Cool the sugar solution, then add it to a sanitized bottling bucket.
16. Transfer beer to the bucket, mix gently, and bottle.
17. Condition bottles at room temperature for 2-3 weeks before chilling and serving.

Kegging:

18. Transfer the beer into a sanitized keg.
19. Seal and purge oxygen by burping the keg with CO₂.
20. Set the CO₂ regulator to 12 PSI and store at 38°F for 2-3 weeks.