Rebel Heart IPA Clone Beer Kit - All Grain

Craft your own version of a bold West Coast-inspired IPA with the Rebel Heart IPA Clone Beer Kit. Modeled after the iconic Sam Adams Rebel IPA, this beer kit delivers a balanced blend of citrus and piney hop flavors that will satisfy your palate with every sip.

At an ABV of approximately 6.5% and an IBU of around 50, this IPA brings a moderate bitterness with a bright, hop-forward profile. The malt backbone is simple yet effective, allowing the hops to truly shine. With an original gravity (OG) of 1.067 and a final gravity (FG) of 1.017, you’ll experience a beer that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and dryness.

The ingredient selection is key to the bold flavors of this IPA. The 12 lbs of Brewers 2-Row Malt form the base, creating a clean, crisp foundation, while 1 lb of Caramel/Crystal 40 Malt adds a touch of sweetness and body. The hop schedule includes Cascade and Simcoe varieties that provide a dynamic range of flavors. The Cascade hops impart bright citrus notes, while Simcoe contributes pine, earthy, and tropical undertones. The dry hop addition of Simcoe for 5 days further intensifies the hop aroma, resulting in a beer that’s both aromatic and flavorful.

With a final SRM of around 10, this IPA has a clear amber color, showcasing its rich malt and hop character. The beer finishes with a pleasant bitterness, making it a refreshing choice for any occasion.

Crafting your own Rebel Heart IPA gives you the opportunity to enjoy a premium, hop-centric brew from the comfort of your home, using only high-quality ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned homebrewer or just starting out, this beer kit offers an accessible way to create a delicious IPA with a bold, complex flavor profile.

ABV: 6.4% - 6.7%
IBU: ~50
OG: ~1.067
FG: ~1.017
SRM: ~9
Disclaimer: All calculations are approximate.

Base & Specialty Malts

12 lbs Brewers 2-Row Malt
1 lb Caramel/Crystal 40

Hops

1 oz Cascade (60 min)
1 oz Simcoe (15 min)
1 oz Cascade (5 min)
1 oz Simcoe (Dry hop, 5 days)

Yeast

1 packet New England Style Ale Yeast

Additives

5 oz Priming Sugar

1 x Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet - Added at the last 15 minutes of the boil

Prepare Equipment:
Clean and sanitize all brewing equipment thoroughly.

Mash

4.5 gallons at 150°F.
Mash 2-Row and Caramel 40 for 60 minutes.

Sparge

4 gallons at 168°F, collect ~6.5 gallons wort.

Boil & Hops

60 min total.
60 min: 1 oz Cascade
15 min: 1 oz Simcoe
5 min: 1 oz Cascade

Cool & Ferment

Cool to ~68°F, pitch American Ale Yeast.
Ferment ~2 weeks.
Dry Hop: After primary, add 1 oz Simcoe for 5 days.

Packaging Options:

Priming for Bottling:

Dissolve 5 oz of priming sugar in 2 cups boiling water and let it cool.
Transfer the beer from the fermenter into a sanitized bottling bucket, leaving behind sediment.
Stir in the priming sugar solution evenly and vigorously enough to aerate the wort for healthy fermentation.
Bottle the beer using sanitized bottles and cap them securely.
Store bottles at room temperature for 2-3 weeks for carbonation.

Kegging:

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