Dark Munich Hall Dunkel | Extract Recipe Kit | 5 Gallons

Dark Munich Hall Dunkel Extract Recipe Kit for Munich Dunkel Character

Dark Munich Hall Dunkel is an extract-friendly dark lager inspired by the malt-rich beers of Munich brewing tradition. Dunkel delivers dark color and deep malt flavor without drinking like a stout: the focus is bread crust, toast, light chocolate, and clean lager smoothness.

This kit uses Munich malt extract support plus specialty grains to create a rounded 5 gallon batch with classic dark-lager character. Choose it when you want a smooth, traditional beer that feels rich in flavor but not heavy in the glass.

This is the extract version. If you want the all-grain format for a different brew day, see the companion listing: Dark Munich Hall Dunkel | All-grain Recipe Kit | 5 Gallons.

Beer Profile

• Style: Munich Dunkel
• Batch Size: 5 gallons
• Original Gravity: 1.052
• Final Gravity: 1.013
• ABV: 5.1%
• IBU: 22
• SRM: 20
• Fermentation Range: 48–55°F primary, diacetyl rest, then cold conditioning

Grain Milling

We automatically mill the grains included with SoCal Brewing Supply beer recipe kits so they are ready for brew day. If you want the grains left unmilled, please add that request in the shopping cart notes before checkout. We’ll do our best to support unmilled requests when packing your order.

Flavor and Brewing Character

Expect dark amber-brown color, soft Munich malt, toasted bread, light caramel, gentle chocolate, and a clean finish.

Fermentation Requirements

• Recommended fermentation range: 48–55°F primary, diacetyl rest, then cold conditioning.
• Pitch healthy yeast into fully chilled wort; do not pitch into hot wort.
• Use gravity readings, not airlock activity alone, to confirm fermentation is complete.
• Package only after gravity is stable and the beer tastes clean for the style.

Detailed Kit Contents

• Briess Munich LME: 2 × 3.3 lb cans
• Pilsen Light DME: 1 lb.
• Caramunich® Steeping Grains: 8 Ounces
• Carafa® Special II Steeping Grains: 4 Ounces
• Hallertau Mittelfrüh Hops: 2 Ounces
• German Lager Yeast: 1 Pack or Sachet

Why Brewers Choose This Kit

This kit gives extract brewers a classic dark lager option that is malt-focused, smooth, and more nuanced than a generic dark ale.

Brewing Notes

• Steep specialty grains around 150–160°F; do not boil the grain bag.
• Remove the kettle from direct heat before dissolving extract to avoid scorching.
• Fermentation quality matters more than aggressive hopping in this beer.

Download the Dark Munich Hall Dunkel extract brewing instructions PDF.

If you are bottle conditioning, Priming Sugar is sold separately. Use our Priming Sugar Calculator to calculate priming sugar from your actual packaged volume, beer temperature, and carbonation target.

If you are kegging, use our Keg Carbonation Calculator to match CO₂ pressure, serving temperature, and desired carbonation level before serving.