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Hop Sesh IPA | Beer Recipe Kit | 5 Gallon Brewing Kit at SoCal Brewing Supply

Hop Sesh IPA | Extract Recipe Kit | 5 Gallons

by Brewmaster
$50.99 - $50.99
$50.99
$50.99 - $50.99
$50.99
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The short version before the full profile, ingredients, and process notes below.

Method Extract / partial-mash Approachable brew day using malt extract plus any grain steps listed in the instructions.
Batch 5 gallon batch Ingredients for the batch; equipment is separate unless stated.
Difficulty Beginner-friendly Printed Brewmaster instructions are included in the kit box; use the recipe notes below for shopping context.
Still need Sanitizer + fermenter + packaging Bottling, canning, or kegging supplies are handled separately.
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Hop Sesh IPA Extract Recipe Kit for a Bright, Sessionable IPA

Hop Sesh IPA is built for brewers who want real IPA hop character without the weight of a high-alcohol double IPA. This 5 gallon extract recipe kit keeps the beer crisp, citrus-forward, and drinkable at an estimated 5.4% ABV, while still carrying enough bitterness and hop presence to satisfy an IPA craving.

Warrior, Simcoe®, and Centennial give the beer a classic American hop profile with citrus, pine, resin, and clean bitterness. Crystal 15, white wheat, and acidulated malt help support color, body, and balance, while dextrose helps keep the finish from becoming too heavy. CellarScience CALI yeast keeps the fermentation profile clean so the hops stay in front.

Beer Profile

  • Style: Session IPA / lower-ABV American IPA
  • Batch Size: 5 gallons
  • Original Gravity: 1.052
  • Estimated ABV: 5.4%
  • Bitterness: 58 IBUs
  • Color: 4 SRM
  • Yeast: CellarScience CALI Ale Yeast

Flavor and Brewing Character

Expect a lighter-bodied IPA with a clean malt base, bright citrus, and enough piney hop depth to keep it from tasting thin. Hop Sesh is a good choice when you want an IPA that still feels expressive and bitter, but finishes more drinkable than a full-strength or imperial version.

Detailed Kit Contents

  • Liquid Malt Extract: one 6 lb pouch
  • Dry Malt Extract: one 1/2 lb bag
  • Pellet hops: Warrior, Simcoe®, and Centennial
  • Steeping grains: Crystal 15, White Wheat, and Acidulated Malt
  • Dextrose
  • Grain steeping bag
  • Wort clarifier
  • CellarScience CALI Ale Yeast

Priming sugar is not included. If you plan to bottle condition, add powdered dextrose separately before checkout.

Fermentation Requirements

  • Fermenter: Use a clean, sanitized fermenter with enough headspace for a healthy 5 gallon fermentation.
  • Temperature control: Keep fermentation steady in the yeast’s recommended ale range for a clean IPA profile.
  • Gravity check: Confirm fermentation is complete with stable gravity readings before bottling or kegging.
  • Oxygen control: Package carefully and avoid splashing so the hop aroma stays fresh.

Brewing Notes

  • Read the included Brewmaster instructions before brew day. Organize the hop additions and extract additions before heating the kettle.
  • Add extract off heat. Stir malt extract in thoroughly before returning the kettle to heat to reduce scorching risk.
  • Keep it clean and fresh. A session IPA depends on clean fermentation and fresh hop character more than heavy malt sweetness.

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