ESB – English Strong Bitter Beer Recipe Kit (5 Gallon Brewing Kit)

Classic English Balance with Smooth Malt and Kent Goldings Character

Brew a true ESB (Extra Special Bitter)—the classic English-style pale ale known for its balanced malt richness and firm, satisfying bitterness. This recipe delivers smooth, bready malt flavor with layered caramel depth, perfectly complemented by the earthy, floral character of British-style hops, including Goldings. The result is a flavorful pint with a mellow hop aroma, a confident bitter finish, and that unmistakable pub-ale drinkability.

This 5-gallon extract recipe kit includes liquid malt extract, steeping grains, hops, and yeast—everything you need to brew an ESB at home (just add priming sugar if you’re bottling).

What to Expect in the Glass

• Flavor: Smooth malt backbone with caramel/toast depth and a firm bitter finish
• Hop Character: Earthy, floral, and mellow with classic English-style balance
• Balance: Malt-forward yet crisp, with bitterness that stays clean and drinkable
• Color: Deep золотисто-amber to copper

Kit Includes

• Liquid Malt Extract: (1) 7 lb pouch
• Pellet Hops: Northern Brewer, Goldings
• Steeping Grains: Crystal 40, Honey Malt, Special Roast
• Grain Steeping Bag: Included
• Wort Clarifier: Included
• Yeast: CellarScience ENGLISH Yeast
• Priming Sugar: NOT included (sold separately)

Beer Stats

• Original Gravity (OG): 1.045 - 1.049
• ABV: 4.5%
• IBUs: 41
• SRM: 11

Helpful Brewing Notes

• Priming Tip: If bottling, add priming sugar separately; if kegging, you won’t need it
• English Character: Keep fermentation temps steady to highlight malt complexity and keep esters smooth
• Serving Tip: ESB shines with a slightly warmer serving temp than lagers—cool, not ice-cold