This gluten-free Pumpkin Ale captures the comforting flavors of autumn in every pint. A blend of sorghum extract, brown rice syrup, honey, and Belgian candi sugar creates a smooth, balanced malt backbone, while real pumpkin purée and pumpkin pie spice contribute classic notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and baked pumpkin. Balanced by East Kent Goldings hops, this seasonal ale delivers a rich aroma, subtle sweetness, and crisp finish that make it the perfect beer for cool evenings, holiday gatherings, and fall celebrations.
Ingredients
Fermentables
- 3.00 lb Brown Rice Syrup
- 3.00 lb Sorghum Liquid Extract
- 1.50 lb Honey
- 3 oz Amber Belgian Candi Sugar
- 9 oz Clear Belgian Candi Sugar
Hops
- 2.10 oz East Kent Goldings Hops (60 min)
Other Additions
- 8 oz Maltodextrin (60 min)
- 64 oz Pumpkin Purée (30 min)
- 1 Whirlfloc Tablet (15 min)
- 1.25 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice (10 min)
Yeast
- 1 package LalBrew Nottingham Yeast
Yeast Nutrient
Use yeast nutrients according to the manufacturer's dosage and timing recommendations.
Brewing Instructions
Refer to our extract brewing tutorials for boil and fermentation procedures. Follow the yeast manufacturer's recommendations for fermentation and temperature control.
Beer at a Glance
| Beer Style: | Pumpkin Ale |
| Recipe Type: | Extract |
| Yield: | 5.5 Gallons |
| IBU: | 40.5 |
| SRM: | 7.4 |
| OG: | 1.052 |
| FG: | 1.014 |
| ABV: | 5.0% |