A bold twist on a dark classic, this gluten-free beer delivers rich roasted character with a bright, modern hop profile. Subtle notes of chocolate and light roast are balanced by fresh citrus and pine aromatics, creating a beer that's both smooth and expressive. Full of flavor yet easy to drink, this hop-forward dark ale offers a satisfying balance of depth and vibrancy—perfect for brewers looking to craft something distinctive yet approachable.
Ingredients
Grain Bill
- 8 oz Biscuit 18L Rice Malt
- 8 oz Caramel 240L Millet Malt
Fermentables
- 6.6 lb Sorghum Syrup 45DE
- 1 lb Amber Candi Sugar (600-700 EBC)
Hops
- 1 oz Magnum Hops (60 min)
- 1 oz Amarillo Hops (20 min)
- 1 oz Amarillo Hops (5 min)
- 1 oz Cascade Hops (1 min)
- 1 oz Amarillo Hops (1 min)
Dry Hop
- 1 oz Cascade Hops
Other Additions
- 1 Whirlfloc Tablet (10 min)
- 0.5 lb Maltodextrin (10 min)
Yeast
- 1 pkg CellarScience CALI Yeast
Yeast Nutrient
Yeast NutrientUse yeast nutrients according to the manufacturer's dosage and timing recommendations.
Brewing Instructions
Follow the partial mash brewing procedures outlined in our brewing tutorials. Follow yeast manufacturer recommendations for fermentation and temperature control.
This recipe is also available as a complete gluten-free beer kit with pre-milled malt.
Beer at a Glance
| Beer Style: | India Pale Ale, Dark Ale |
| Recipe Type: | Partial Mash |
| Yield: | 5 Gallons |
| IBU: | 67.6 |
| SRM: | 26.5 |
| OG: | 1.050 |
| FG: | 1.010 |
| ABV: | 5.2% |