Easy-Brew Organic Beer Kits If you are a beginner, or if you prefer to brew with extract, our Easy-Brew Organic Beer Kits were made with you in mind. With a small grain bag (recommended for all of our easy-brew kits), these kits can be brewed in about 2 hours. All of our Easy-Brew kits require a one hour boil to produce a flavorful beer with the highest clarity possible. Each kit contains fresh, premium organic malt extract, a small amount of organic specialty malt, fresh organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) or organic corn sugar for bottling, and a recipe and brewing summary. All of the organic ingredients included in our kits are certified organic under the USDA National Organic Program by California Certified Organic Farmers. Because we offer so many yeast choices we sell all of our kits without yeast. Each kit description includes a recommended yeast, which you may order separately. For our full yeast selection and more information about the yeast we offer, please see the yeast section. INDIA PALE ALE Extra Special Bitter. PALE ALE 7 BRIDGES RED ALE NUT BROWN ALE BRITISH BITTER 90 Shilling Scottish Ale CALIFORNIA LAGER CELEBRATION ALE ROBUST PORTER STOUT SANTA CRUZ DARK LAGER PRE-PROHIBITION LAGER BELGIAN DUBBEL IRISH STOUT OKTOBERFEST Each kit description includes information about original gravity and IBU's (International Bittering Units), to give you more information about the strength and bitterness of the beer produced by each kit. An original gravity of 1.032 to 1.042 will produce a beer with a lower alcohol content, a range of 1.043 to 1.054 will have a moderate alcohol content, and an original gravity of 1.055 or higher will produce a strong beer. Beers with a low hop bitterness will have an IBU of 30 or less, an IBU of 30 to 40 will produce a moderate bitterness, and an IBU of over 40 will produce a strong bitterness. Because the strength of the beer and your own brewing techniques influence the percieved bitterness of the finished brew, the above values are intended as a guideline only. Because we offer so many yeast choices we sell all of our kits without yeast. Each kit description includes a recommended yeast, which you may order separately. For our full yeast selection and more information about the yeast we offer, please see the yeast section of our catalog. PLAIN BROWN WRAPPER OPTION Save Resources and $1 Off Per Kit! Our kits are packaged in a box with a full color label, and an illustrated brewing guide. You may find these items are not necessary, and if so, you may order your kit without them. Simply request the plain brown wrapper option when ordering, or order the plain brown wrapper version if ordering on-line, and we will ship your kit without the color label and booklet for $1 less.   YEAST OPTIONS: Our kits do not include yeast because we offer so many different options. Unless you plan to buy yeast locally, you must order yeast for your kit. There are 2 choices of liquid yeast for all of our kits. In addition to Wyeast, which comes in a foil self starting pouch, we now offer White Labs liquid yeast, which comes in a vial (for more details, see our yeast section). You also have the option to choose a different yeast style than the one suggested for the kit you order. If you prefer, you may also purchase dehydrated yeast for your kit instead of liquid. Dehydrated yeast is less expensive than liquid yeast, and stores longer, but usually produces beer of slightly lower quality than liquid yeast.   E.S.B. (Extra Special Bitter) Smooth, malty, and moderately hoppy, this is a classic E.S.B. that is a true showcase of quality organic beer. The recipe is loosely based on our popular Red Honey ESB recipe that we discontinued last year because we could not source certified organic honey. This ale is light amber in color and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Our final test batch was so good that 5 gallons ran dry in less than a week! If you want more of a dry, crisp finish we highly recommend adding 1 to 2 lbs of raw honey (not included in the kit) to the boil. For a hoppier finish, try dry hopping with organic Cascade hops (purchase separately). Contains organic malt extract, organic malted barley, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.058. IBU's: 44. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1098 British Ale or #1968 Special London Ale, or White Labs #013 London Ale or #005 British Ale.   INDIA PALE ALE Our IPA kit has been developed to satisfy your thirst for a strong, extra hoppy beer. Our kit features the distinct hint of blackberry flavor from the New Zealand Pacific Gem hops and a light toasted malt flavor. The NZ Hallertaur hops and Cascade hops add a rich hop aroma. Like a traditional IPA, this beer has a strong hop bitterness. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.060. IBU's: 54. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1968 Special London Ale, or White Labs Burton Ale.   PALE ALE This kit brews up a full bodied light amber ale with a prominent hop aroma and a moderate hop bitterness. Based on the popular American Pale Ale style, a smooth tasting ale with a hoppy aroma. One of our easiest kits to brew, this kit is a good choice for beginners. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.050. IBU's: 32. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1056 American Ale, or White Labs California Ale.   7 BRIDGES RED ALE This beer has a deep reddish amber hue, a full bodied, well balanced malt flavor, and an aromatic hop character with a moderate bitterness. This kit is one of our favorites, and is one of the most popular with our customers. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.050. IBU's: 40. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1056 American Ale, or White Labs California Ale.   NUT BROWN ALE A mellow, smooth, nut brown ale with a mild hop finish. This beer is based on the milder English style Nut Brown Ale. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.045. IBU's: 28. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1028 London Ale, or White Labs English Ale.   BRITISH BITTER Like the traditional English bitter, this is a light ale, and not too bitter. Medium bodied, light amber in color, and a well balanced, light hop character. If you are looking for a lighter ale, with less alcohol and a low hop bitterness, this kit is a good choice. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.044. IBU's: 28. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1968 Special London Ale, or White Labs Burton Ale.   90 Shilling Scottish Ale Called 90 Shilling because of the old Scottish Brewery tradition of naming the ales according to the price commanded for a full cask. A strong, full bodied ale with a deep copper red color and very mildly hopped. For a truly unique brew, try brewing this with the Heather tips (sold separately) which add a fresh grassy/floral aroma and a slight herbal bitterness. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.060. IBU's: 25. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1728 Scottish Ale, or White Labs Edinburgh Ale.   CALIFORNIA LAGER In the California steam beer style, this is a full bodied lager with a hint of caramel and a strong hop character. Our easiest lager to brew because this style can be fermented at ale temperatures (60 to 65 oF). Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.048. IBU's: 38. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #2112 California Lager, or White Labs San Francisco Lager.   CELEBRATION ALE A full bodied, deep amber ale spiced just right for the holidays. A blend of Ceylon cinnimon sticks, whole cloves, and organic ginger give this beer a warm, spicy finish. Because the spices are packaged separately, you also have the option to omit the spices (and save them for the pumpkin pie), or adjust the amounts used to your own personal preference. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic spices (Ceylon cinnimon, cloves, & ginger), organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.050. IBU's: 33. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1056 American Ale, or White Labs California Ale.   ROBUST PORTER A full bodied, robust ale with a distinct chocolate taste, moderately low hop bitterness, and a full hop aroma. A satisfying brew especially welcome on a crisp autumn day, our porter is milder than a stout, but heartier than a Nut Brown Ale. For a pleasant and surprising finish, try bottling this ale with one cup of honey instead of the bottling sugar for a great honey porter. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.058. IBU's: 33. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1028 London Ale, or White Labs English Ale.   STOUT Organic stout has never been easier! This is a strong stout with a nice balance of dry & sweet and a medium hop bitterness. It is also easy to make this stout into an oatmeal stout by adding one pound of organic oat flakes (purchase separately) to the specialty grains. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.062. IBU's: 49. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1084 Irish Ale, or White Labs Irish Ale.   IRISH STOUT This is a dry stout styled after the most popular Irish Stout, with a rich roasted malt character and moderate hop bitterness. Has a very thick, full bodied texture and a thick, creamy head. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.046. IBU's: 38. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1084 Irish Ale, or White Labs Irish Ale.   SANTA CRUZ DARK LAGER Dark and smooth, with a bittersweet malt finish. Based on the German Bock style, but fermented with California Lager yeast, so cold fermentation is not required. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.052. IBU's: 30. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #2112 California Lager, or White Labs San Francisco Lager.   PRE-PROHIBITION LAGER Perfect for summer barbeques and events, this is a light lager with a rich hop flavor and a clean, crisp finish. Unlike modern American lagers, our pre-prohibition style has a creamy, smooth texture and a prominent hop flavor. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic rice syrup, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.046. IBU's: 30. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #2035 Pilsen Lager, or White Labs American Pilsner Lager. If you are not able to ferment at lagering temperatures, try using Wyeast #2112 California Lager or White labs San Francisco Lager, which can be fermented at ale temperatures.   OKTOBERFEST This is a light amber beer that is smooth and malty with a crisp hop finish. The toasted malt and organic German premium hops gives this brew a wonderful blend of flavors in the Vienna/Märzen/Oktoberfest tradition. Best if fermented at lagering temperatures (45- 55 oF). Contains organic malt extract, organic malted barley, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.050. IBU's: 23. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #2206 Bavarian Lager, or White Labs German Lager. If you are not able to ferment at lagering temperatures, try using Wyeast #2112 California Lager or White labs San Francisco Lager, which can be fermented at ale temperatures.   BELGIAN DUBBEL If you are a fan of Belgian syle beers, our Belgian Dubbel kit will be a new favorite. This is a strong, malty ale with a rich, complex flavor and a hint of nuttiness. Medium amber color and mildly hopped. Contains organic malt extract, organic specialty malts, organic cane sugar, organic hops, organic dry malt extract (DME) for bottling, Irish Moss, recipe, and instructions. Produces an original gravity of approximately 1.066. IBU's: 28. Recommended yeast for this kit (Not included! Order separately): Wyeast #1214 Belgian Abbey or #3787 Belgian Trappist, White Labs #500 Trappist, #530 Abbey, or #550 Belgian Ale. Choose the yeast that best suits your fermentation temperature range and taste. For liquid yeast descriptions go to our yeast page.

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