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5 Gallon IPA

A refreshing, aromatic beer with a balance of bitterness and fruity notes, perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 14 days
Servings: 40 12 oz servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 9 lbs Pale Malt 2-row
  • 1 lb Crystal Malt 40L
  • 1 lb Flaked Corn
  • 1 oz Cascade hops bittering, added at 60 minutes
  • 1 oz Centennial hops added at 15 minutes
  • 1 oz Citra hops added at 5 minutes
  • 1 packet American Ale yeast
  • 5 oz Priming sugar for bottling

Equipment

  • Brew kettle (at least 7 gallons)
  • Fermentation bucket or carboy
  • Airlock
  • Sanitizer
  • Hydrometer
  • Thermometer
  • Bottling equipment (bottles, caps, capper)

Method
 

  1. Sanitize all your brewing equipment thoroughly.
  2. Bring about 3 gallons of water to a temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  3. Add the crushed grains to the heated water, stirring well, and maintain this mash at 150°F (65°C) for 60 minutes.
  4. Rinse the grains with hot water to extract more sugars.
  5. Bring the collected wort to a rolling boil.
  6. Add the bittering hops (Cascade) and boil for 60 minutes.
  7. With 15 minutes left in the boil, add the Centennial hops.
  8. Cool the wort quickly using a wort chiller or an ice bath.
  9. Transfer it to your fermenter and pitch the yeast once the temperature drops to around 70°F (21°C).

Notes

This beer pairs well with spicy barbecue wings, grilled burgers, fish tacos, and a sharp cheese platter.