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English IPA

Pale Ales & IPAs

Difficulty: Easy

Earthy, floral English hops with biscuity malt backbone

5-7%
ABV
40-60
IBU
16-28
EBC
2-2.5
CO₂ vol

How to Brew a English IPA

Typical Malts

  • Pale Ale or Pilsner malt

Typical Hops

  • Hallertau Mittelfrüh
  • Tettnanger
  • Saaz

Yeast

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

Style Requirements

Typical Flavors

earthy
floral
biscuit
marmalade
balanced

FAQ about English IPA

What is a English IPA?

Earthy, floral English hops with biscuity malt backbone

How much alcohol does a English IPA have?

A English IPA typically has 5–7% ABV. Original gravity ranges from N/A–N/A, final gravity from N/A–N/A.

How bitter is a English IPA?

A English IPA has 40–60 IBU (International Bitterness Units). This is a fairly bitter style.

What ingredients do you need for a English IPA?

Typical malts: Pale Ale or Pilsner malt. Typical hops: Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Tettnanger, Saaz. Yeast: Ale yeast (e.g. US-05, S-04).

Do you need special equipment for a English IPA?

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

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