German malts and English hops collide. BKG Bomb is a far cry from today's modern, citrus-forward IPAs
Includes Magnum and British Kent Goldings hops
Estimated ABV: 7.2%
Estimated IBUs: 84-88
Makes 5 gallons of finished beer
Where do German Malts and English Hops exist side by side in peace and unlikely harmony. In our BKG Bomb of an IPA! This big brusing beer, with an amazing mouth feel from copius amounts of Munich Malt Extract, is big on deep malt flavor and big on alcohol. It is the antithesis of todays super citrusy hopped, pale colored IPAs. This is all about malt, malt, malt and how British Kent Goldings (BKG) hops blend oh so well with a malt heavy beer. British Kent Goldings are the most prized ale hops in England and known for their subtle nature and floral aromas that really compliment malt flavors. Do you need a little extra sustenance to make it through the winter? Do you like to slice your beer with a knife? Do you need a break from over-the-top hopped IPA's? If you answered yes to any of these questions, The BKG Bomb IPA II should be your next beer.
Features 9 lbs of Munich Malt Extract along with an extra pound of light Dried Malt Extract. As if that was not enough we also include Maltodextrin for body building. The 4 oz of British Kent Golding hops in the finish provided for a unique and authentic English flavor. Bittered with 2oz of Magnum hops for a firm bitterness to stand up to all the malt.
Makes 5 gallons
Estimated Original Gravity: 1.073-77
SRM (Color Range): 12
IBUs: 84-88
Estimated Alcohol Percentage: 7.2%
This kit is not available in a Dry Malt Extract option.
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