{"product_id":"john-bull-traditional-english-ale-kit","title":"John Bull Traditional English Ale Beer Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJohn Bull Traditional English Ale Beer Kit – 40 Pint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Bull Traditional English Ale\u003c\/strong\u003e is a proper British bitter — full-bodied, dark, and satisfyingly well-hopped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s got that classic pub pint feel, with deep malt character and just the right amount of bitterness to balance it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is easy to use, ideal for beginners or anyone looking to keep things simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll get everything you need (except sugar), and you can expect around 40 pints of classic ale in about 3 to 4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional English Bitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied, rich and malty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBitterness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-high, with a balanced finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalt Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark malt, subtle roast, lightly toasted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4.2% – 4.5% (with 1 kg brewing sugar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.8 kg Hopped Malt Extract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIso-Hop Extract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry Brewing Yeast (sachet under lid)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You’ll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 kg Brewing Sugar, Beer Enhancer, or Spray malt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Homebrew Equipment (Fermenter, Airlock, Bottles or Keg, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant a stronger brew?\u003c\/em\u003e You can boost this to around 6% ABV by reducing the final volume to 32 pints instead of 40.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanitise all equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve the malt extract and sugar in hot water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop up to 23 litres (or less if adjusting ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd yeast once the wort has cooled to around 20–25°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFerment for 7–10 days, or until gravity is stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle or keg, then condition for 2–3 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewer’s Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwap out the sugar for medium spray malt or a beer enhancer to add more body, better mouthfeel, and improved head retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also dry hop lightly with a classic English variety like East Kent Goldings for extra aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this beginner friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — straightforward instructions and forgiving style. Great for first brews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use a keg instead of bottles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. Just make sure to add priming sugar for carbonation if using a pressure barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long until it's drinkable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsually ready in 21–28 days, but a bit longer conditioning improves flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Youngs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52615802192215,"sku":"3253","price":18.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/5890_e1cd16eb-18e2-4220-974c-1defbba0559e.jpg?v=1769183552","url":"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/products\/john-bull-traditional-english-ale-kit","provider":"The Hop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}