Sláinte Irish Red Ale 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit

Regular price $50.50
This Sláinte Irish Red Ale 5 Gallon beer recipe kit helps you brew a full-bodied, hoppy Irish Red Ale with citrus-forward hop character, a smooth malt base, and a copper-red finish, ready to drink in about four weeks.
  • Makes 5 gallons (approximately 48–54 bottles) of Sláinte Irish Red Ale
  • Ready to drink in about 4 weeks
  • Hoppy Irish Red Ale with citrus-forward hops
  • Seasonal beer, available for a limited time only

✅ Beginner-friendly with step-by-step brewing support

Sláinte Irish Red Ale is a hoppy Irish Red Ale brewed with multiple additions of Simcoe and Amarillo hops for citrusy, piney, and floral hop character. A distinctive grain bill creates a rich copper color, smooth body, and foamy head, with subtle notes of coffee roast, biscuit, and dry malt balance.

This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Sláinte Irish Red Ale at home:

  • 6.25 lb dry malt extract
  • Simcoe hops (bittering)
  • Amarillo hops (flavor)
  • Simcoe & Amarillo hops (flameout & hopstand)
  • Amarillo hops (dry hop)
  • 2 lb specialty grains (Caramunich I, Caramel 60L, flaked oats, roasted barley)
  • 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.

Brewing Sláinte Irish Red Ale follows a hop-forward ale process designed to balance malt richness with bright hop aroma:

  • Brew: Steep specialty grains, boil the wort, and add hops throughout the boil
  • Ferment: Ferment with English ale yeast until complete and stable
  • Dry Hop: Add hops during fermentation as instructed for aroma
  • Enjoy: Ready to drink in about 4 weeks

Careful hop timing helps deliver bold flavor without overpowering the malt backbone.

This recipe kit is ideal for:

  • Brewers with 5-gallon brewing equipment
  • Fans of hoppy red ales and Irish-style beers
  • Homebrewers who enjoy dry hopping and hop-forward styles
  • Drinkers who prefer balanced malt character with citrus hop aroma

Because it’s brewed in a larger batch, this kit is perfect for seasonal celebrations, sharing on St. Patrick’s Day, or keeping a festive tap option ready.

  • Batch Size: 5 gallons
  • ABV: ~6%
  • Style: Hoppy Irish Red Ale
  • Bitterness: Moderate to moderately high
  • Color: Copper red
  • Yeast: English ale yeast

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Sláinte Irish Red Ale 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
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What You'll Brew

Sláinte Irish Red Ale (Hoppy Irish Red Ale)

A full-bodied Irish red ale built on a rich, copper-colored malt base and layered with citrusy, piney Simcoe hops and floral, tropical Amarillo hops. This beer delivers biscuity malt flavor, a touch of coffee roast, and a smooth, dry finish, balanced by bright hop aroma and a soft bitterness. Fermented with an English ale yeast, Sláinte finishes clean with subtle fruit and floral notes that keep the beer bold yet approachable.

What's Inside the Sláinte Irish Red Ale 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit

This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Sláinte Irish Red Ale at home:

  • 6.25 lb dry malt extract
  • Simcoe hops (bittering)
  • Amarillo hops (flavor)
  • Simcoe & Amarillo hops (flameout & hopstand)
  • Amarillo hops (dry hop)
  • 2 lb specialty grains (Caramunich I, Caramel 60L, flaked oats, roasted barley)
  • 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 Sláinte Irish Red Ale Beer Recipe Kit

Brewing Sláinte at home lets you explore a modern take on a traditional Irish red ale, combining classic malt character with expressive hop flavor. This recipe highlights how layered grain bills, late hop additions, and fermentation choice work together to create a balanced yet distinctive beer. Whether you’re brewing for St. Patrick’s Day or simply enjoy hop-forward reds, this kit offers a rewarding brewing experience with bold flavor and smooth drinkability.

Easy Steps to Making Sláinte Irish Red Ale Beer

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. This is a recipe kit that includes ingredients only. Brewing equipment is sold separately.

This beer is more hop-forward than a traditional Irish Red Ale, with citrusy and piney hop character from Simcoe and Amarillo.

No. It has a smooth malt backbone with a dry, balanced finish.

This beer is typically ready to drink in about four weeks.

Yes, for brewers who already own equipment. The recipe is approachable while still offering hop complexity.

No. Sláinte Irish Red Ale is a seasonal recipe available for a limited time.

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