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English Barleywine

British Ales

Difficulty: Easy

Strong, complex with toffee, dried fruit, sherry-like

8-12%
ABV
35-70
IBU
16-44
EBC
1.8-2.3
CO₂ vol

How to Brew a English Barleywine

Typical Malts

  • Pale Ale or Pilsner malt

Typical Hops

  • Style-appropriate hops

Yeast

Ale yeast (e.g. US-05, S-04)

Style Requirements

Typical Flavors

toffee
dried fruit
sherry
warming
complex

FAQ about English Barleywine

What is a English Barleywine?

Strong, complex with toffee, dried fruit, sherry-like

How much alcohol does a English Barleywine have?

A English Barleywine typically has 8–12% ABV. Original gravity ranges from N/A–N/A, final gravity from N/A–N/A.

How bitter is a English Barleywine?

A English Barleywine has 35–70 IBU (International Bitterness Units). This is a fairly bitter style.

What ingredients do you need for a English Barleywine?

Typical malts: Pale Ale or Pilsner malt. Typical hops: Style-appropriate hops. Yeast: Ale yeast (e.g. US-05, S-04).

Do you need special equipment for a English Barleywine?

A English Barleywine can be brewed with standard equipment (pot or all-in-one system). Fermentation temperature: 18–24°C (64–75°F).

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