Kettle Sour
Sour & Wild Ales
Quick-soured, clean tartness, often fruited
How to Brew a Kettle Sour
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
FAQ about Kettle Sour
What is a Kettle Sour?
Quick-soured, clean tartness, often fruited
How much alcohol does a Kettle Sour have?
A Kettle Sour typically has 4–6% ABV. Original gravity ranges from N/A–N/A, final gravity from N/A–N/A.
How bitter is a Kettle Sour?
A Kettle Sour has 3–10 IBU (International Bitterness Units). This is a very mild, low-bitterness style.
What ingredients do you need for a Kettle Sour?
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 Kettle Sour?
A Kettle Sour can be brewed with standard equipment (pot or all-in-one system). Fermentation temperature: 18–24°C (64–75°F).
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