Big Belfast Blonde Ale All Grain Ingredient Kit

Big Belfast Blonde Ale

The Big Belfast Blonde Ale All Grain Beer Kit is a clean, refreshing, and highly drinkable golden ale designed for brewers who appreciate balance and simplicity. This all malt recipe produces a bright straw to golden coloured beer with a light body and smooth finish, making it an ideal choice for easy drinking.

A straightforward grain bill of Pale Ale and Light Crystal malts creates a gentle malt backbone with subtle sweetness and a soft, biscuity character. This provides just enough depth while keeping the beer crisp and well attenuated.

Willamette hops contribute a delicate bitterness along with mild earthy and slightly floral notes. The hop profile is restrained, allowing the malt and fermentation character to remain at the forefront while still providing balance.

Fermented with US-05, this beer develops a clean profile with a touch of subtle fruitiness, enhancing its overall drinkability. The result is a light bodied, refreshing blonde ale that works perfectly as a session beer.

This kit is ideal for brewers looking to produce a well-balanced, approachable beer that can be enjoyed across any occasion.

Beer Profile
Style: Blonde Ale
Colour: Golden Straw
Bitterness: Low to Medium
ABV: Approx 5.2%
Aroma: Light malt with subtle fruit and gentle hop notes
Flavour Notes: Clean, lightly malty with soft fruitiness and balanced bitterness

What’s Included

• Pale Ale Malt
• Light Crystal Malt
• Willamette hop additions
• Fermentis US-05 yeast
• Detailed brewing instructions

Brewing Information
Batch Size: 25 Litres
Boil Time: 60 Minutes
Brewing Method: All Grain
Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate
Mash Temperature: 67°C for 60 minutes

Style Background
Blonde ales are known for their light body, clean profile, and high drinkability. They offer subtle malt character with restrained hopping, making them ideal as session beers that appeal to a wide range of tastes.

Brewers Often Ask
What does this beer taste like?
Expect a clean, lightly malty beer with subtle fruitiness and a smooth, refreshing finish.

Is this a good beginner beer?
Yes, its simple grain bill and balanced profile make it a great choice for brewers of all experience levels.

How strong is this beer?
At approximately 5.2% ABV, it is well balanced and highly drinkable.

Is this a bitter beer?
No, bitterness is kept low to medium, making it smooth and easy to enjoy.

Perfect For

• Brewers looking for a clean and easy drinking beer
• Fans of light, balanced ales