{"product_id":"golden-state-common-all-grain-recipe-kit-5-gallons","title":"Golden State Common | All-grain Recipe Kit | 5 Gallons","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGolden State Common All-grain Recipe Kit for California Common Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden State Common is a California Common-style beer inspired by the steam-beer tradition associated with San Francisco brewing history. The style sits in a unique place: lager yeast character fermented warmer than a classic lager, firm malt, woody-minty Northern Brewer hop character, and an amber finish that feels distinctly West Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis all-grain kit is for brewers who want a beer with history, balance, and everyday drinkability. Expect toasted malt, light caramel, restrained fruitiness, firm hop balance, and a clean-enough finish to make the beer satisfying without becoming heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the all-grain version.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want the extract format for a different brew day, see the companion listing: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/golden-state-common-extract-recipe-kit-5-gallons\"\u003eGolden State Common | Extract 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 California Common\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 1.050\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIBU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSRM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58–64°F with California lager yeast or clean hybrid yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24-Hour Yeast Shipping Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 included insulated mailer + 8 oz ice pack for the liquid yeast pack\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 copper color, toasted bread, light caramel, firm bitterness, and Northern Brewer hop character that reads woody, herbal, and faintly minty. The beer should finish clean and moderately dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquid yeast shipping protection is included.\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit includes 24-hour yeast shipping protection with an insulated mailer and 8 oz ice pack. Refrigerate the yeast promptly when it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFermentation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended fermentation range: 58–64°F with California lager yeast or clean hybrid yeast.\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\u003eAmerican 2-Row Malt:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112 Ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVienna Malt:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 Ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal 60L Malt:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 Ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePale Chocolate Malt:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorthern Brewer Hops:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia lager yeast or clean hybrid 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 offers a locally relevant West Coast classic that sits between ale and lager process. It is a strong option for brewers with moderate temperature control who want something with history and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefault grain handling: included grain is milled by default and packed together unless a listing or order note says otherwise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFerment cooler than a typical American ale if your yeast allows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive crystal malt sweetness; the beer should finish balanced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA little cold conditioning helps smooth the finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/golden-state-common-all-grain-recipe-kit-5-gallons-instructions-temp-guidance-corrected-2026-05-20.pdf?v=1779318578\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload the Golden State Common all-grain 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\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing all-grain in a single vessel? A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/bag-biab\"\u003eBIAB bag\u003c\/a\u003e is a useful add-on for easier mash handling, grain removal, and cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SoCal Brewing Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51310286307606,"sku":"recipe-golden-state-common-all-grain-5gal","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/golden-state-common-pop-art-recipe-kit_ac89b168-b99f-4ce1-8dc4-0e1e34ac66e7.png?v=1778614994","url":"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/golden-state-common-all-grain-recipe-kit-5-gallons","provider":"SoCal Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}