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American Pale Ale - 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit
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Brew a crisp American pale ale at home with balanced hop bitterness, light malt character, and a clean, refreshing finish.
Makes 5 gallons of American Pale Ale
All-grain recipe designed for brewers with an all-grain system
Ready to drink in about 4 weeks
Classic American Pale Ale style Inspired by iconic West Coast pale ales
Clean, dry and predictable
US-05 gives you the most dependable dry finish here and contributes almost nothing of its own, so the Perle and Cascade define the beer. It ferments happily at room temperature. If you want a textbook American pale ale, this is the shortest road to one.
Ferment at 64-79°F
Attenuation 78-82%
Flocculation Medium
Clean and neutral
The original, and a rounder finish
The Chico strain itself, the yeast that defined American pale ale in the first place. It runs just as clean as US-05 but fuller through the middle, and fermented cool it turns up a soft citrus note that flatters the Cascade. It is slow to settle, so it takes longer to go bright.
Ferment at 60-72°F
Attenuation 73-77%
Flocculation Low-Medium
Clean and versatile
The fullest, and it clears itself
1272 leaves more malt on the palate than anything else here and adds a soft nuttiness with a faintly tart edge. It flocculates well, so the beer drops bright on its own. Pick it when you want the yeast to be part of the flavor rather than a bystander.
Ferment at 60-72°F
Attenuation 72-76%
Flocculation Medium-High
Soft, nutty, clears clean
Hop flavor turned up
This one lifts hop flavor and aroma instead of sitting underneath them, which is why it built its reputation on hoppy beer. Temperature moves this one further than most: ferment cool for more malt weight, warm for a drier and sharper pale ale.
Ferment at 64-73°F
Attenuation 73-85%
Flocculation Medium
Clean and hop forward
German crispness on an American beer
1007 throws very few esters, so the beer tastes crisper simply because there is less yeast character in the way. It is also the one option here that is comfortable fermenting genuinely cool. Powdery and slow to settle, so give it longer to clear.
Ferment at 55-68°F
Attenuation 73-77%
Flocculation Low
Crisp, low ester, wide range
✅ Advanced all-grain brewing with clear step-by-step guidance
Flavor Profile & Beer Style
The American Pale Ale is a balanced, hop-forward beer with clean malt support and a crisp finish. Light malt flavor provides structure without sweetness, allowing hop bitterness and aroma to take the lead.
Cascade hops contribute bright citrus and floral notes, while Perle adds subtle spice, resulting in a pale ale that’s refreshing, bitter, and unmistakably American in style.
What’s Included in the Recipe Kit
This all-grain 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew American Pale Ale from scratch:
Briess 2-Row Base Malts
Caramel 10L Specialty Malts
Perle (Bittering) Hop Packet
Cascade (Aroma) Hop Packet
Your choice of yeast (dry yeast, liquid yeast, or no yeast if you have your own)
Note: Brewing equipment is not included. This kit is designed for brewers who already own a 5-gallon all-grain brewing system.
How the Brewing Process Works
Brewing your American Pale Ale follows a classic American ale brewing process:
Mash: Convert grain starches into fermentable sugars.
Sparge: Rinse the grains to collect sweet wort.
Boil: Add hops for clean bitterness and aroma.
Ferment: Ferment with American ale yeast until clean and fully attenuated
Enjoy: Ready to drink in about 4 weeks
This recipe highlights classic American hop character while maintaining the crisp balance that makes pale ales so drinkable.
New to Liquid Yeast?
Liquid yeast can deliver excellent fermentation performance and a wider range of strain options, but it’s a living, perishable product that requires a little extra care.
Liquid yeast may arrive warm. Ice packs help reduce heat exposure but do not guarantee cold arrival.
Refrigerate it when received and plan to brew as soon as possible.
We recommend adding an insulated mailer + ice pack to liquid yeast orders.
During May–September, dry yeast is strongly recommended due to higher shipping temperatures.
Liquid yeast is final sale and cannot be replaced due to heat exposure during transit.
All-grain brewers with a mash system or all-grain brewing equipment
Fans of hop-forward yet balanced pale ales
Homebrewers who enjoy classic American beer styles
Drinkers who prefer crisp beers with clean bitterness
A 5-gallon batch is perfect for sharing with friends, keeping a house pale ale on tap, or letting bottles condition to develop even smoother flavor.
American Pale Ale Specs
Batch Size: 5 gallons
ABV: ~5.5%
Original Gravity: 1.055
Style: American Pale Ale
Bitterness: Moderate
Color: Golden amber
Recommended Dry Yeast: American ale yeast (US-05)
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American Pale Ale - 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit
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What You'll Brew
American Pale Ale
A classic American pale ale brewed with Cascade and Perle hops. This beer delivers bright citrus aroma, balanced bitterness, and a clean malt backbone that makes it endlessly drinkable.
What's Inside the American Pale Ale - 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit
This all-grain 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew American Pale Ale from scratch:
Briess 2-Row Base Malts
Caramel 10L Specialty Malts
Perle (Bittering) Hop Packet
Cascade (Aroma) Hop Packet
Your choice of yeast (dry yeast, liquid yeast, or no yeast if you have your own)
Note: Brewing equipment is not included. This kit is designed for brewers who already own a 5-gallon all-grain brewing system.
Make Your Next Batch with the American Pale Ale Beer Recipe Kit
Brewing American pale ale at home lets you explore one of the most influential craft beer styles. This kit guides you through hop additions and fermentation techniques that create balance and aroma. With reusable equipment and proven ingredients, you can brew a reliable pale ale and continue refining your skills batch after batch.
Easy Steps to Making American Pale Ale Beer
Brewing 5 gallons of your favorite Pale Ale is more rewarding than ever with our American Pale Ale 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit. With high-quality ingredients and simple steps, the process is straightforward and satisfying.
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Looking For Instructions?
Every all-grain kit comes with instructions to guide you through the brew day, fermentation and beyond. We provide recipe-specific tips tailored to your exact recipe, including mash temperature, fermentation timelines and more.
No. This is an ingredient-only 5-gallon recipe kit. Brewing equipment is not included, and this kit is designed for brewers who already own a 5-gallon brewing setup.
How hoppy is this American Pale Ale?
It delivers noticeable hop bitterness and aroma while remaining balanced by light malt character.
Is this beer sweet?
No. This beer finishes clean with light malt flavor and moderate bitterness rather than sweetness.
How long does this beer take from brew day to drinking?
It is ready to drink in about 4 weeks, including fermentation and carbonation time.
Is this recipe beginner-friendly?
This all-grain beer recipe kit is intended for advanced brewers with all-grain brewing equipment.
Is this recipe available year-round?
Yes. This American Pale Ale recipe is available year-round.
Not an All-Grain Brewer? Try the Extract American Pale Ale 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
Our dry malt extract version of this recipe gives you the same classic American Pale Ale flavor with a simpler process. Perfect if you’re just starting out or want a quicker brew.
