{"product_id":"dark-munich-hall-dunkel-extract-recipe-kit-5-gallons","title":"Dark Munich Hall Dunkel | Extract Recipe Kit | 5 Gallons","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDark Munich Hall Dunkel Extract Recipe Kit for Munich Dunkel Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the extract version.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want the all-grain format for a different brew day, see the companion listing: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dark-munich-hall-dunkel-all-grain-recipe-kit-5-gallons\"\u003eDark Munich Hall Dunkel | All-grain Recipe Kit | 5 Gallons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeer Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Munich Dunkel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatch Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.052\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIBU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSRM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48–55°F primary, diacetyl rest, then cold conditioning\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\u003eFlavor and Brewing Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect dark amber-brown color, soft Munich malt, toasted bread, light caramel, gentle chocolate, and a clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFermentation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended fermentation range: 48–55°F primary, diacetyl rest, then cold conditioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePitch healthy yeast into fully chilled wort; do not pitch into hot wort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse gravity readings, not airlock activity alone, to confirm fermentation is complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage only after gravity is stable and the beer tastes clean for the style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Kit Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBriess Munich LME:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 3.3 lb cans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilsen Light DME:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaramunich® Steeping Grains:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 Ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarafa® Special II Steeping Grains:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHallertau Mittelfrüh Hops:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerman Lager Yeast:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Pack or Sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Brewers Choose This Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit gives extract brewers a classic dark lager option that is malt-focused, smooth, and more nuanced than a generic dark ale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep specialty grains around 150–160°F; do not boil the grain bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the kettle from direct heat before dissolving extract to avoid scorching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermentation quality matters more than aggressive hopping in this beer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/dark-munich-hall-dunkel-extract-recipe-kit-5-gallons-instructions-final-component-packaging.pdf?v=1778620603\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload the Dark Munich Hall Dunkel extract brewing instructions PDF\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are bottle conditioning, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/powdered-dextrose-priming-sugar\"\u003ePriming Sugar\u003c\/a\u003e is sold separately. Use our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/pages\/priming-sugar-calculator\"\u003ePriming Sugar Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to calculate priming sugar from your actual packaged volume, beer temperature, and carbonation target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are kegging, use our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/pages\/keg-carbonation-calculator\"\u003eKeg Carbonation Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to match CO₂ pressure, serving temperature, and desired carbonation level before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SoCal Brewing Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51310286700822,"sku":"recipe-dark-munich-hall-dunkel-extract-5gal","price":52.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/dark-munich-hall-dunkel-pop-art-recipe-kit_7cf2fcd1-a743-4a2f-99f8-79a662fe873c.png?v=1778615043","url":"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/dark-munich-hall-dunkel-extract-recipe-kit-5-gallons","provider":"SoCal Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}