Malt Extracts (Canned)

There are many different brands of canned malt extracts. Some are hopped, some are not. Some of these hopped "kits" have a packet of yeast under the lid, some do not. Usually, to make beer from one of these "kits" requires the addition of about 2 lbs. of sugar. Using dry malt extract would make the BEST beer. Using corn sugar will make an "acceptable" beer, and using table sugar is a BAD idea. Corn and cane sugars are known to produce a "cidery" taste in your beer. To add more flavor and aroma, steep a little crushed grain (such as crystal malt) and/or add some additional hops at the end of the boil. You will make a better beer this way for very little extra expense. It's also nice to add about 1/2 oz of hops at the very end of the boil. Doing this adds a fresh hop aroma to your beer!

  • Munton's Traditional Bitter Kit

  • buy Munton's Traditional Bitter Kit
  • Price: $17.95
  • The classic English ale, well hopped with a rich malty flavor - a drink to be savoured. Best enjoyed at cellar temperature. OG 1040° to 1044°. Contains yeast.To make 5 gal, at least 2lbs of additional malt or sugar required.
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