Pliny the Elder Clone Recipe Kit – Double IPA (6.5 Gal)
Clone the Legendary Pliny the Elder with This Authentic Double IPA Kit
Kit Highlights:
- Target OG: 1.078
- Target FG: 1.017
- ABV: 8.0%
- IBU: 106
- SRM: 7 (light copper-gold)
- Final Volume: 5 gallons finished beer from 6.5 gallons into fermenter
What’s Inside the Kit
This all-grain recipe kit contains everything you need to brew a faithful clone of Russian River’s iconic Pliny the Elder Double IPA. It includes a carefully selected grain bill, a generous hop schedule featuring Columbus, Simcoe, and Centennial hops, and a sachet of Fermentis SafAle US-05 yeast – the Chico strain known for clean fermentation and high attenuation.
Due to the massive dry hopping schedule, this recipe is designed to yield 6.5 gallons of wort going into the fermenter, anticipating hop absorption and trub loss. Expect a final yield of 5+ gallons of intensely aromatic, resinous, and balanced West Coast DIPA.
Includes:
- All grains needed for the mash (your choice of Milled or Unmilled)
- Columbus, Simcoe, and Centennial hops (for boil, whirlpool, and dry hop)
- Fermentis US-05 American Ale Yeast
- Hop and ingredient schedule with clear brewing instructions
Optional Add-Ons:
- Bottling? Order Powdered Dextrose separately for bottle carbonation.
- Kegging? No additional ingredients needed—just chill, carb, and enjoy.
Style Notes:
This is a true-to-style West Coast Double IPA: dry, bitter, clear, and bright with intense pine and grapefruit hop character, firm malt support, and a clean finish. It’s a homebrew challenge and a crowd-pleaser all in one.