Dolcita Single Hop IPA - 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit
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$41.00
Brew a clean, hop-forward IPA that puts Dolcita hops in the spotlight — delivering tropical, citrus, and stone fruit notes of honeydew, peach, coconut, and Valencia orange.
Makes 5 gallons of Dolcita Single Hop IPA
All-grain recipe designed for brewers with an all-grain system
Ready to drink in about 4 weeks
Single-hop American IPA featuring Dolcita hops with tropical and stone fruit character
Nothing between you and the hop
This kit exists so you can taste what Dolcita does across four additions, which means the yeast should stay completely in the background. US-05 finishes drier than either of the others and adds nothing of its own. If you are buying a single hop kit, this is the one.
Ferment at 64-79°F
Attenuation 78-82%
Flocculation Medium
Clean and neutral
A frame around the hop
1272 leaves more malt sitting under the bitterness than US-05 does, and its quiet nutty edge gives a single hop beer a frame rather than a bare wall. It sits in the middle here for dryness, and it clears without help.
Ferment at 60-72°F
Attenuation 72-76%
Flocculation Medium-High
Soft, nutty, clears clean
Full, sweet and English
The most distinctive choice of the three. It attenuates far less than the others, turning a strong single hop IPA into something much closer to an English pale ale, sweet and malty and crystal clear. Its window is narrow, so hold it steady.
Ferment at 65-68°F
Attenuation 63-70%
Flocculation Very High
Sweet, malty, very clear
✅ Beginner-friendly with step-by-step brewing support
Flavor Profile & Beer Style
The Single Hop IPA - Dolcita is built to highlight hop character without distraction. A clean, neutral malt base with Briess 2-Row and Weyermann Vienna Malt provides light body and balanced malt backbone, allowing Dolcita hops to express their unique flavor and aroma profile. Dolcita is described as having a potent but pleasing mix of citrus, tropical, and stone fruits with notes of honeydew melon, peaches, coconut, Valencia oranges, caramelized bananas, and candy. Bitterness is firm but balanced, creating a crisp finish that clearly demonstrates how this single hop variety shapes aroma, flavor, and bitterness. The result is a bold, aromatic IPA with layers of tropical fruit complexity.
What’s Included in the Recipe Kit
This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew a Dolcita Single Hop IPA from scratch:
Briess 2-Row Base Malt
Weyermann Vienna Malt
Briess Caramel 20L
Dolcita Hops (bittering)
Dolcita Hops (flavor and aroma)
Dolcita Hops (whirlpool)
Your choice of dry yeast or liquid yeast
Step-by-step brewing instructions
Note: You will need a 5-gallon all-grain brewing system. Brewing equipment is not included.
How the Brewing Process Works
Brewing your Single Hop IPA follows a classic American IPA brewing process:
Mash: "Mash: Convert grain starches into fermentable sugars for a balanced malt base that supports bold hop character.
Sparge: Rinse the grains to collect sweet wort.
Boil: Add Dolcita hops for bittering, flavor, and aroma at timed intervals, plus a whirlpool addition for maximum hop expression.
Ferment: Ferment with American ale yeast until clean and fully attenuated.
Enjoy: Ready to drink in about 4 weeks from brew day to glass.
This all-grain Single Hop IPA - Dolcita delivers a bold, hop-forward IPA with vibrant tropical fruit, citrus, and stone fruit character that showcases the unique personality of Dolcita hops in every sip.
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 beers and aromatic IPAs
Homebrewers who want to explore and compare hop varieties side by side
Drinkers who enjoy crisp bitterness and tropical hop aromas
This batch is perfect for sharing with friends, pouring a bold, hop-forward IPA at your next tasting or gathering..
Single Hop IPA Specs
Batch Size: 5 gallons
ABV: ~7%
Original Gravity: 1.067
Style: Single-Hop American IPA
Bitterness: Moderate to high
Color: Gold
Recommended Dry Yeast: American ale yeast (SafAle US-05)
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Dolcita Single Hop IPA - 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit
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What You'll Brew
Single Hop IPA
A clean, hop-forward IPA brewed to showcase one hop variety at every stage. This beer delivers focused aroma, distinct flavor character, and clear insight into how hops shape beer, making it both educational and highly drinkable.
What's Inside the Dolcita Single Hop IPA - 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit
This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew a Dolcita Single Hop IPA from scratch:
Briess 2-Row Base Malt
Weyermann Vienna Malt
Briess Caramel 20L
Dolcita Hops (bittering)
Dolcita Hops (flavor and aroma)
Dolcita Hops (whirlpool)
Your choice of dry yeast or liquid yeast
Step-by-step brewing instructions
Note: You will need a 5-gallon all-grain brewing system. Brewing equipment is not included.
Make Your Next Batch with the Single Hop IPA Beer Recipe Kit
Brewing a single hop IPA at home is one of the best ways to understand hops. This kit lets you taste how different hop varieties influence bitterness, aroma, and flavor without distraction. Use the reusable equipment to brew multiple batches and compare hops side by side as you build confidence and brewing skill.
Easy Steps to Making Single Hop IPA Beer
Brewing 5 gallons of your favorite Single Hop IPA is more rewarding than ever with our Single Hop IPA 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 a recipe kit that includes all the ingredients and instructions you need to brew. You will need a 5-gallon all-grain brewing system, including a mash tun, brew kettle, fermenter, and bottling equipment.
What does Dolcita taste like?
Dolcita hops deliver a potent but pleasing mix of citrus, tropical, and stone fruits. Expect notes of honeydew melon, peaches, coconut, Valencia oranges, caramelized bananas, and candy. It is a bold, aromatic hop variety that creates a layered tropical fruit character in the finished beer.
Is this beer very bitter?
This beer has moderate to high bitterness, which is characteristic of the American IPA style. The bitterness is balanced by a clean malt base and complemented by the bold tropical and fruit-forward aroma and flavor of Dolcita hops. If you enjoy hop-forward beers, you will appreciate the balanced intensity of this IPA.
How long does this beer take to brew?
Brew day takes about 4-6 hours, including mashing, sparging, boiling, and cleanup. After that, the beer ferments for about 2 weeks, followed by about 2 weeks of bottle conditioning. Total time from brew day to glass is about 4 weeks.
Is this kit beginner-friendly?
This kit is designed for brewers with all-grain experience and equipment. If you are new to brewing, we recommend starting with one of our extract recipe kits, which require less equipment and a simpler process. Once you are comfortable with extract brewing, you can move up to all-grain.
Is this recipe available year-round?
\Yes. The Single Hop IPA is available year-round, though hop varieties rotate based on availability. Dolcita is the current featured variety. Brewing multiple batches with different hop varieties is a great way to compare hops side by side and develop your palate.
Not an All-Grain Brewer? Try the Extract Single Hop IPA 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
Our dry malt extract version of this recipe gives you the same classic Single Hop IPA flavor with a simpler process. Perfect if you’re just starting out or want a quicker brew.
