{"title":"SD Beer News Homebrew Summer Recipe Kits","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOfficial Recipe Kits from the SD Beer News Homebrew Summer Program\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach summer in San Diego, SD Beer News brings together the best of the local brewing community—connecting homebrewers with commercial breweries to brew standout homebrew recipes on professional systems. These collaborations are then served at taprooms across San Diego County, showcasing the talent and creativity of the region’s homebrewers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an official partner of the program, SoCal Brewing Supply is proud to offer these exact recipes as \u003cstrong\u003eall-in-one homebrew kits\u003c\/strong\u003e. Whether you’re brewing a Hazy IPA that hit the taps at North Park, a crisp lager brewed in collaboration with a Vista staple, or a dark ale that wowed judges and patrons alike, these kits give you the ingredients to recreate award-winning local recipes at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included in Each Kit:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact grains, hops, and yeast used in the original brewery collaboration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed recipe sheet with mash, boil, and fermentation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtract versions of select recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport local. Brew local. Drink local.\u003c\/strong\u003e These SD Beer News Homebrew Summer kits are your chance to take part in San Diego’s most exciting grassroots brewing tradition—right from your own garage or brew bench.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"alesmith-ipa-clone-recipe","title":"Alesmith IPA Clone | All-grain Recipe Kit | 5 Gallons","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAlesmith IPA Clone Beer Recipe Kit: Brew Your Own San Diego Classic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExperience the Bold, Balanced Flavor of a West Coast IPA Icon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrew your very own clone of the renowned Alesmith IPA with our all-grain recipe kit. A staple of San Diego’s craft beer scene, Alesmith IPA is loved for its smooth bitterness, aromatic hop profile, and balanced malt backbone. This kit is designed to let you replicate that iconic flavor with precision and ease in your own home brewery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFermentation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermenter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a clean, sanitized fermenter with enough headspace for a healthy 5 gallon fermentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep fermentation steady and follow the yeast or instruction-sheet temperature guidance for the cleanest result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm fermentation is complete before bottling or kegging, then package carefully to avoid oxygen pickup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClone of Alesmith IPA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recreate a legendary San Diego IPA known for its refined balance and hop-forward character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Grain Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes 231 oz (14.44 lbs) of milled grains—ready to mash for a full-bodied 5-gallon batch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHop Load:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a generous 10 oz of hops for bold flavor and aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Stats:\u003c\/strong\u003e OG: 1.070, FG: 1.015, ABV: 7.22%, IBU: 40, SRM: 7–8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned Efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recipe is scaled for 75% brewhouse efficiency; your actual gravity may vary based on equipment and process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Yeast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes SafAle US-05 dry yeast for clean fermentation and bright hop expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Timeline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to drink once carbonated, with peak flavor between 2–5 months. Stores well at cellar temperature for up to 6 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEverything You Need for an Iconic West Coast IPA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis recipe Detailed Kit Contents all the grains, hops, and yeast needed to brew a 5-gallon batch of bold, West Coast-style IPA. Perfect for intermediate to advanced homebrewers looking to capture a legendary San Diego classic in their own brewhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnhance Your Brewing Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the Alesmith IPA Clone All-Grain Kit, you're brewing a beer that’s more than just hops—it's a balance of bold bitterness and smooth drinkability. Brew your own batch today and enjoy a handcrafted version of a true West Coast legend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in carbonating in the bottle instead of kegging your beer, pick up some \u003ca title=\"Powdered Dextrose for Bottle Conditioning and Drying Out Beers\" href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/powdered-dextrose-priming-sugar\"\u003ePriming Sugar.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- socal-recipe-kit-required-links:start --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recipe-kit-addons\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHelpful Bottling \u0026amp; Kegging Add-Ons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottling this batch?\u003c\/strong\u003e Add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/powdered-dextrose-priming-sugar\"\u003epowdered dextrose priming sugar\u003c\/a\u003e so you are ready on packaging day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/priming-sugar-calculator\"\u003ePriming Sugar Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to dial in the right amount of sugar for your beer volume, temperature, and carbonation target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKegging instead?\u003c\/strong\u003e Use our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/keg-carbonation-calculator\"\u003eBeer Carbonation Chart \u0026amp; Keg Serving Pressure Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to choose the right CO₂ pressure for your serving temperature and carbonation level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recipe-kit-biab-note\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eAll-Grain Brew Day Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIf you brew with a kettle-based brew-in-a-bag setup, add our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bag-biab\"\u003eBIAB grain bag\u003c\/a\u003e for easier mash handling, cleaner lautering, and faster cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- socal-recipe-kit-required-links:end --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/AleSmith_-_IPA.pdf?v=1777843852\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload the brewing instructions PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrain Milling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe automatically mill the grains included with SoCal Brewing Supply beer recipe kits so they are ready for brew day. 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The kit keeps the ingredient set focused and practical while giving you enough structure to brew with confidence, whether you are refining your process or brewing the style for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis recipe is designed around balance, fresh ingredients, and a realistic homebrew process. Expect a finished beer that fits the style direction without unnecessary gimmicks, with the fermentables, hops, and yeast selected to work together in a standard 5 gallon batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounterpart note:\u003c\/strong\u003e No companion extract, all-grain, or partial-mash version is currently active for this kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeer Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIBU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33.7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSRM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatch Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrain Milling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFermentation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended fermentation temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64–70°F. Steady ale fermentation temperature helps prevent hot, solvent-like, or overly fruity off-flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Kit Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoney: 3 lbs Orange Blossom honey (added at flameout)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHops: Idaho 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrains: Pre-measured base and specialty malts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYeast: Fermentis US-05 Dry Yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther: Recipe sheet and full instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor and Brewing Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a well-structured imperial honey blonde ale profile with the malt, hop, and fermentation character working in balance. Keep fermentation steady, follow the kit timing, and avoid oxygen exposure after fermentation to help the beer finish clean and expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoney: 3 lbs Orange Blossom honey (added at flameout)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHops: Idaho 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrains: Pre-measured base and specialty malts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYeast: Fermentis US-05 Dry Yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther: Recipe sheet and full instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Brewers Choose the All-Grain Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe all-grain version is a sensible choice for brewers who want full mash control over fermentability, body, and wort composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefault grain handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e All-grain recipe kits are milled by default, and grains are packed together unless a listing or order note says otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRead the instructions first:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate ingredients by timing before heating water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl fermentation temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable fermentation improves clarity, flavor, and repeatability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect finished beer from oxygen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Careful transfers and packaging help preserve malt and hop character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlan carbonation separately if bottling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Priming sugar is sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are bottle conditioning, purchase \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/powdered-dextrose-priming-sugar\"\u003ePowdered Dextrose Priming Sugar\u003c\/a\u003e separately and use our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/pages\/priming-sugar-calculator\"\u003ePriming Sugar Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf kegging, use our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/pages\/keg-carbonation-calculator\"\u003eKeg Carbonation Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to dial in serving pressure and carbonation level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- socal-recipe-kit-required-links:start --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recipe-kit-addons\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHelpful Bottling \u0026amp; Kegging Add-Ons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottling this batch?\u003c\/strong\u003e Add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/powdered-dextrose-priming-sugar\"\u003epowdered dextrose priming sugar\u003c\/a\u003e so you are ready on packaging day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/priming-sugar-calculator\"\u003ePriming Sugar Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to dial in the right amount of sugar for your beer volume, temperature, and carbonation target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKegging instead?\u003c\/strong\u003e Use our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/keg-carbonation-calculator\"\u003eBeer Carbonation Chart \u0026amp; Keg Serving Pressure Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to choose the right CO₂ pressure for your serving temperature and carbonation level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recipe-kit-biab-note\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eAll-Grain Brew Day Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIf you brew with a kettle-based brew-in-a-bag setup, add our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bag-biab\"\u003eBIAB grain bag\u003c\/a\u003e for easier mash handling, cleaner lautering, and faster cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- socal-recipe-kit-required-links:end --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/beach-buzz-imperial-honey-blonde-ale-instructions-temp-guidance-corrected-2026-05-20.pdf?v=1779318511\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload the brewing instructions PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"SoCal Brewing Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50142800871702,"sku":"recipe-kit-homebrew-summer-beach-buzz-all-grain","price":65.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/beach-buzz-honey-blonde-legacy-refresh_25eb9c89-fc7f-4a29-9d46-1f51d6dd45df.png?v=1777760733"}],"url":"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/collections\/sd-beer-news-homebrew-summer-recipe-kits\/beer-style-west-coast-ipa.oembed","provider":"SoCal Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}