Hearts on Hearts IPA | Extract Recipe Kit | 5 Gallons
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Hearts on Hearts Extract Beer Recipe Kit – A Hop-Forward 5 Gallon Beer Kit with Centennial Character
Brew a bright, citrusy, and easy-drinking beer with this extract-based homebrew recipe kit
Hearts on Hearts is a 5 gallon extract beer recipe kit built for brewers who love bright hop character without an overwhelming malt backbone. Light in color with a clean, subdued malt profile, this beer lets Centennial hops take center stage from start to finish. Expect citrusy, floral, and classically American hop notes layered throughout the aroma and flavor, making this a great choice for hop lovers who want a balanced yet expressive beer at home.
Why You’ll Love This Beer Kit
- Centennial hop-forward profile: Front-to-back Centennial additions create a vibrant blend of citrus, floral, and classic American hop character.
- Clean malt foundation: A light malt bill supports the hops without overshadowing them, helping the beer stay crisp and approachable.
- Extract-based convenience: A great option for brewers who want a flavorful 5 gallon batch without the added complexity of all-grain brewing.
- Balanced bitterness and drinkability: Firm hop presence with a smooth finish makes this kit enjoyable for both newer and experienced homebrewers.
- Great for hop lovers: If you enjoy bright, expressive American hop aroma and flavor, this kit is an easy one to fall for.
What’s Included
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Detailed Kit Contents
Liquid Malt Extract: 1 x 8 lb pouch - Dry Malt Extract: 1 x 1/2 lb bag
- Pellet Hops: Centennial
- Steeping Grains: Carapils and Crystal 10
- Other Fermentables: Maltodextrin
- Grain Steeping Bag: Included
- Wort Clarifier: Included
- Yeast: CellarScience CALI Yeast
- Priming Sugar: Not included
Beer Profile
- Batch Size: 5 Gallons
- Original Gravity: 1.058 - 1.062
- Color: 6 SRM
- Bitterness: 47 IBUs
- Estimated ABV: 5.8%
What to Expect in the Glass
Hearts on Hearts pours light in color with a bright, inviting appearance and a hop-driven aroma. Centennial delivers notes of citrus zest, gentle floral character, and a classic American hop edge that carries from nose to finish. The malt character stays intentionally restrained, allowing the hops to shine while Carapils, Crystal 10, and maltodextrin help round out body and mouthfeel for a satisfying pint.
An Excellent Extract Kit for Homebrewers
Whether you are building your confidence with extract brewing or simply want a reliable hop-forward beer kit to keep in rotation, Hearts on Hearts is a strong choice. It offers the convenience of extract brewing with the flavor impact of a thoughtfully designed hop schedule, giving you a 5 gallon batch that is flavorful, approachable, and easy to enjoy.
Fermentation Requirements
- Fermenter: Use a clean, sanitized fermenter with enough headspace for a healthy 5 gallon fermentation.
- Temperature control: Keep fermentation steady and follow the yeast or instruction-sheet temperature guidance for the cleanest result.
- Packaging: Confirm fermentation is complete before bottling or kegging, then package carefully to avoid oxygen pickup.
Helpful Bottling & Kegging Add-Ons
- Bottling this batch? Add powdered dextrose priming sugar so you are ready on packaging day.
- Use our Priming Sugar Calculator to dial in the right amount of sugar for your beer volume, temperature, and carbonation target.
- Kegging instead? Use our Beer Carbonation Chart & Keg Serving Pressure Calculator to choose the right CO₂ pressure for your serving temperature and carbonation level.