{"product_id":"mangrove-jacks-american-ipa-beer-kit","title":"Mangrove Jack's - American IPA Beer Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMangrove Jack’s American IPA Beer Kit – With Dry Hops\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMangrove Jack’s American IPA\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold, hop-forward beer kit that delivers a crisp body, firm bitterness, and loads of tropical fruit aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s dry, vibrant, and packs a serious punch — perfect for fans of proper West Coast-style IPAs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an assertive bitterness from the hop blend, balanced by a lean malt profile and clean fermentation from the M44 US West Coast yeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry hopping with Simcoe, Citra, and Nelson Sauvin brings out layers of citrus, tropical fruit, and subtle white grape character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re after intensity without heaviness, this one’s a winner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s It Taste Like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrisp, dry, and hop-forward.\u003c\/strong\u003e Big bursts of citrus, passionfruit, and gooseberry from the dry hop blend, supported by a light malt backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean finish with a lingering, bold bitterness. It pours a vibrant gold with a rocky white head — classic American IPA presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You’ll Need to Brew It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes the malt, yeast, hops, and instructions. You just need to add one of the following fermentables:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1kg Brewing Sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e – Boosts ABV without body; clean and dry finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.2kg Pure Malt Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds richer malt flavour and mouthfeel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1kg Beer Kit Enhancer\u003c\/strong\u003e – A smooth, balanced blend of sugar and dry malt extract.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeer Enhancer 1\u003c\/strong\u003e – Liquid malt extract + sugars for extra body and flavour complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYield:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 5.6%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBitterness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5\/5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIBU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48–56\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrant Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYeast:\u003c\/strong\u003e M44 US West Coast (10g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Hops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simcoe, Citra, Nelson Sauvin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Brewer’s Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor max aroma, don’t dry hop too early — aim for Day 5–7 when fermentation slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd if you're bottling, let it sit a few weeks post-carb to let those intense hops settle into a smoother, more rounded flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this kit suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefinitely. It’s straightforward to make, but packs in advanced-level flavour. Just follow the instructions and sanitise well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use just brewing sugar?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can — it’ll give a cleaner, drier finish. But using malt enhancer will boost the body and give a more rounded profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this a West Coast IPA?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYep — dry, bitter, hop-driven, and clean. This kit is a great take on the classic American IPA style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to brew something with serious hop character?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grab the \u003cstrong\u003eMangrove Jack’s American IPA Beer Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e and bring that bold West Coast bite home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52615807959383,"sku":"2533","price":23.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/5901_bc30222b-0e9b-4e8d-a984-035d4a7ce9bc.jpg?v=1769183567","url":"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/products\/mangrove-jacks-american-ipa-beer-kit","provider":"The Hop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}