Brown Ale 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit | English-Style Brown Ale | SafAle US-05 Dry Yeast (+ $5.49) / 2 Ice Packs + Large Insulated Envelope (+ $4.99)Skip to content
This Brown Ale 5 Gallon beer recipe kit helps you brew a smooth, malt-forward English-style brown ale with caramel and chocolate notes that’s ready to drink in about four weeks.
Makes 5 gallons (approximately 48–54 bottles) of Brown Ale
Ready to drink in about 4 weeks
English-style brown ale
Available year-round
The driest, and the most sessionable
This is a malt driven beer with very little bitterness, and US-05 gives it a clean dry finish that keeps it drinking easily pint after pint. It adds nothing of its own, so the Chocolate malt and Special B do the talking.
Ferment at 64-79°F
Attenuation 78-82%
Flocculation Medium
Clean and neutral
Sweetest, maltiest, brightest
This attenuates less than any strain we stock, so the caramel and chocolate malt stay rich and the beer finishes properly sweet. Very high flocculation drops it crystal clear. It settles fast enough that it can finish early, so a warm rest at the end is time well spent.
Ferment at 65-68°F
Attenuation 63-70%
Flocculation Very High
Sweet, malty, very clear
Classic English malt character
1968 leans distinctly malty and finishes sweeter than US-05, which suits an English brown ale right down to the ground. It is extremely flocculent and drops bright quickly. A diacetyl rest before packaging is worth the wait.
Ferment at 64-72°F
Attenuation 67-71%
Flocculation High
Malty and sweet finishing
✅ Beginner-friendly with step-by-step brewing support
Flavor Profile & Beer Style
The Brown Ale is a classic dark ale with rich malt character and smooth drinkability. Caramel and chocolate malts provide roasted depth and gentle sweetness, while English Fuggle hops add mild bitterness and earthy balance.
The result is a well-rounded brown ale that highlights malt flavor without becoming heavy or overly bitter.
What’s Included in the Recipe Kit
This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Brown Ale at home:
6.25 lb Pilsen Dry Malt Extract
Fuggle (Bittering) Hop Packet
Steeping Grains
Grain Steeping Bag
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 brewing setup.
How the Brewing Process Works
Brewing your Brown Ale follows a classic English ale brewing process:
Brew: Steep specialty grains, boil the wort, and add hops according to the recipe
Ferment: Ferment with American ale yeast until clean and fully attenuated
Enjoy: Ready to drink in about 4 weeks
This simple process allows the malt character to shine while keeping the beer smooth and approachable.
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.
Drinkers who prefer smooth beers with roasted malt flavor
Because it’s brewed in larger volume, this kit is a great choice for sharing an easy-drinking dark beer or keeping a dependable classic on hand.
Brown Ale Specs
Batch Size: 5 gallons
ABV: ~5.5%
Style: English-Style Brown Ale
Bitterness: Low
Color: Deep brown
Recommended Dry Yeast: American ale yeast (SafAle US-05)
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Brown Ale 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
From $38.50
What You'll Brew
Classic Brown Ale
A smooth, malt-forward ale with toasty caramel notes, light chocolate character, and a soft, balanced finish that makes it easy to enjoy pint after pint.
What's Inside the Brown Ale 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Brown Ale at home:
6.25 lb Pilsen Dry Malt Extract
Fuggle (Bittering) Hop Packet
Steeping Grains
Grain Steeping Bag
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 brewing setup.
Make Your Next Batch with the Brown Ale Beer Recipe Kit
This kit lets you learn how malt selection shapes flavor while keeping the process simple and approachable. Brew a classic brown ale that highlights balance, drinkability, and traditional English-inspired character.
Easy Steps to Making Brown Ale Beer
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