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Indian Summer Ale

Indian Traditional & Modern

Difficulty: Easy

Refreshing pale ale designed for hot climates. Light body, moderate hops, clean finish. Perfect with Kveik yeast.

4-5.5%
ABV
20-35
IBU
6-14
EBC
2.4-2.8
CO₂ vol

How to Brew a Indian Summer Ale

Typical Malts

  • Pale Ale or Pilsner malt

Typical Hops

  • Citra
  • Cascade
  • Centennial

Yeast

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

Style Requirements

Typical Flavors

refreshing
light
citrus
tropical
clean
summer

FAQ about Indian Summer Ale

What is a Indian Summer Ale?

Refreshing pale ale designed for hot climates. Light body, moderate hops, clean finish. Perfect with Kveik yeast.

How much alcohol does a Indian Summer Ale have?

A Indian Summer Ale typically has 4–5.5% ABV. Original gravity ranges from N/A–N/A, final gravity from N/A–N/A.

How bitter is a Indian Summer Ale?

A Indian Summer Ale has 20–35 IBU (International Bitterness Units). This is moderate bitterness.

What ingredients do you need for a Indian Summer Ale?

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

Do you need special equipment for a Indian Summer Ale?

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

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