Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit

$49.99

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A deep amber to dark brown historic American ale with smooth malt character, low bitterness, and a crisp, effervescent finish.

The Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit recreates a true pre-Prohibition classic that was hugely popular from the Civil War through the early 1900s. Brewed in and around Louisville, Kentucky Common was nearly lost after Prohibition and is now revived for modern homebrewers who appreciate balanced, drinkable dark ales.

Despite its darker hue (14 SRM), this beer maintains a medium-light body. At approximately 65.3% ABV and 17 IBUs, it delivers toasted malt, gentle caramel sweetness, and subtle corn character that lightens the body and enhances drinkability. Traditional Cluster hops contribute mild, clean bitterness with earthy, floral, and slight blackcurrant undertones, keeping the focus on malt balance just as the original style intended.

This complete 1-gallon Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit includes:

Brewing & Fermentation Equipment

1-gallon glass carboy
Funnel
Rubber stopper & airlock
Thermometer

Transfer & Bottling Tools

Racking cane
Transfer tubing & clamp

Ingredients

Kentucky Common recipe kit (grains, hops, yeast & dry malt extract)
Specialty malts
Corn sugar adjunct for traditional character
Cluster hops
Saaz hops

Instructions & Sanitization

Sanitizer
Step-by-step Craft Brewing Guide

All equipment included in the Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit is reusable for future batches.

Brewing your Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit is simple and beginner-friendly:

Brew: Steep specialty grains and boil with traditional Cluster hops
Ferment: Transfer to the carboy and allow fermentation to develop its clean malt backbone
Bottle: Bottle your beer and allow it to naturally carbonate
Enjoy: After conditioning, your beer is ready in about 4 weeks

No prior brewing experience is required — just follow the included step-by-step guide.

Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit

$49.99

What You'll Brew

Kentucky Common (Pre-Prohibition American Ale)

A historic American dark ale with toasted malt depth and smooth drinkability. This beer pours deep amber to dark brown with light caramel aroma, subtle corn character, and clean bitterness from classic Cluster hops. Designed to surprise with balance rather than heaviness, it delivers crisp, lightly dry refreshment despite its darker appearance.

What's Inside the Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit

This complete 1-gallon Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit includes:

Brewing & Fermentation Equipment

1-gallon glass carboy
Funnel
Rubber stopper & airlock
Thermometer

Transfer & Bottling Tools

Racking cane
Transfer tubing & clamp

Ingredients

Kentucky Common recipe kit (grains, hops, yeast & dry malt extract)
Specialty malts
Corn sugar adjunct for traditional character
Cluster hops
Saaz hops

Instructions & Sanitization

Sanitizer
Step-by-step Craft Brewing Guide

All equipment included in the Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit is reusable for future batches.

Make Your Own Kentucky Common Beer

The Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit revives one of America’s nearly forgotten beer styles. Once delivered to saloons while still fermenting for ultra-fresh pours, this pre-Prohibition ale represents a unique chapter in American brewing history.

Brewing this beer at home isn’t just about making a dark ale — it’s about recreating a style that helped shape early American craft brewing. With its smooth malt backbone, subtle hop balance, and refreshing finish, Kentucky Common proves that dark beer can be flavorful without being heavy.

Easy Steps to Making Kentucky Common Beer

Making beer at home is easier than ever with our Kentucky Common beer making kit. Our handy instructions walk you through brew day, fermentation and bottling.

Want Extra Guidance? We've Got You Covered.

New to homebrewing or want extra confidence on brew day? Our Guide to Craft Brewing walks you through every step of the process—from brewing and fermentation to bottling and conditioning. It’s written in plain language and designed to help you brew great beer on your very first batch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit good for beginners?

Yes. The Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit is designed to be beginner-friendly and includes step-by-step instructions. No prior homebrewing experience is required.

Does this Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit include brewing equipment?

Yes. It includes reusable fermentation equipment along with all the ingredients needed to brew one gallon of beer.

What does a Kentucky Common taste like?

It features toasted malt, light caramel sweetness, subtle corn character, and mild bitterness with a crisp, refreshing finish.

Is this beer heavy like a stout?

No. Although it is dark in color, Kentucky Common has a medium-light body and drinks smooth and balanced.

How long does it take to brew this beer?

Your beer will be ready to drink in about 4 weeks, including fermentation and bottle conditioning.

Can I brew another batch with the same equipment?

Absolutely. The equipment included in the Kentucky Common Beer Making Kit is reusable, and you can brew again using a recipe refill kit.