Dark Ale Kits

The smooth rich flavor of dark ales has long been appreciated by people of the British Isles. Enjoy these classic beers with rich foods and robust cheeses.

Lake Pepin Porter- Lake Pepin & London are half a world apart but now they have something in common. A classic London Porter style, this dark chocolaty ale will leave you feeling satisfied. Hearty enough for the dock men that unloaded ships in the 1800's and moderate enough in alcohol to quench a big thirst. Scott has made meals out of porter, Maytag blue cheese and some good bread. The kit includes: 6 lbs. Dark malt extract, 1 oz. Willamette bittering hops, 1 oz. Fuggles aroma hops, 1/2 lb. Chocolate malt & 1/2 lb. Carapils grain blend, yeast and priming sugar. [9 lbs] (0011) $21.95 With 1335 British Ale II Wyeast [9 1/4 lbs] (0011Y) $25.95	` Sleepy Time Barley Wine- A classic winter beverage with a notoriously high alcohol content. Like a fine wine, this beer will continue to improve with age. A great compliment to a hearty meal.The kit contains: 6 lbs. Amber malt extract, 6 lbs. Dark malt extract, 2 oz. Mt. Hood bittering hops, 2 oz. Kent Goldings bittering hops, 1 oz. Tettnanger aroma hops, 1/2 lb. Crystal 40°L, 1/2 lb. Victory malt , yeast and priming sugar. [17 lbs] (0004) $34.95 With 1056 American Ale Wyeast. [17 1/4 lbs] (0004Y) $38.95
Honey Dew Porter- The use of honey in beer has been a recent American brewing development. The honey in this dark kit not only brings the alcohol content up on this classic beverage but also makes it an American original. Has an amazingly light body for a dark beer making it a perfect beer for those that are just beginning to appreciate dark beer.The kit includes: 6 lbs. Dark malt extract, 2 lbs. of Minnesota clover honey, 1 oz. Willamette bittering hops, 1 oz. Goldings aroma hops, 1/2 lb. Chocolate malt, 1/2 lb. Carapils, yeast and priming sugar. [11 lbs] (0041) $25.95 With 1028 London Wyeast [11 1/4 lbs] (0041Y) $29.95	Iron Range Strong Ale- A strong ale that matches the character of the iron workers on the "range" in Northern Minnesota. Has a maltiness that is balanced with a good dose of hops. This beer will develop some complex fruity overtones when aged. A great beer to have with a meal or to enjoy the moonlight bouncing off the snow on a winters night.The kit includes: 6 lbs. Amber malt extract, 3.3 lbs. Dark malt extract, 2 oz. Mt. Hood bittering hops, 1 oz. Tettnanger aroma hops, 1/2 lb. Crystal 50°L, 1/2 lb. Toasted malt, yeast priming sugar and complete instructions. [13 lbs] (0043) $26.95 With 1056 American Ale Wyeast [13 1/4lbs] (0043Y) $30.95
Tartan Scottish Strong Ale- An excellent winter warmer featuring a wonderfully rich flavor. The peated malt in this kit gives an authentic subtle smoky flavor to the beer. A complex beer that is best contemplated in front of a roaring fire. A great finale to a holiday feast or to just take the edge off winter's chill. The kit includes: 6 lbs Windriver Gold Malt Extract, 6 lbs WindRiver Dark Malt Extract 1/2 lb Hugh Baird Peated Malt, 1/2 lb Scottish 50°L Crystal Malt, 2oz East Kent Goldings bittering hops, priming sugar, and complete instructions. [17 lbs] (0054) $33.95 With 1728 Scottish Ale Liquid Wyeast [17 1/4 lbs] (0054Y) $37.95

Key to Beer Description Graphics-The season circle at the top indicates optimum times to drink the individual style. The bar below the circle indicates the beer's bitterness. This is on a scale of 1 - 3, 3 being the most bitter. The boxes below suggest serving time as follows: R-Refreshment, B-Before dinner, M-with a Meal, and A-After dinner. Of course these are suggestions and your tastes may vary. The darkened areas are those that apply.

Important note: If you are going to store your beer kits or ingredients more than a week or two, keep them refrigerated. Keeping your kits in the refrigerator will ensure that all of the ingredients stay their freshest.