The Geordie Bitter 40pt Home Brew Kit is a classic in every sense — a traditional, well-hopped Northern English bitter with a rich, nutty flavour, a full persistent head, and a deep amber colour. One of the UK's most popular budget beer kits, it makes 40 pints of genuinely satisfying home brew bitter at just £11.99 — around 30p per pint.
This is the individual single-style kit. For the full range of Geordie styles in one listing, see the Geordie Home Brew Kit Range.
About the Beer
- Style: Traditional English Bitter
- Colour: Deep amber
- Flavour: Rich and nutty with earthy hop bitterness, malty backbone, and a clean dry finish
- Makes: 40 pints (approximately 23 litres)
- Ready in: 7–10 days fermentation + 7 days conditioning
- ABV: Approximately 4%
What's Included
A 1.5kg tin of hopped bitter malt extract and a sachet of yeast. Add water and 1kg brewing sugar or light spray malt and ferment for 7–10 days.
What Equipment Do You Need?
A 25-litre fermentation bucket, airlock, hydrometer, siphon, and bottles or a pressure barrel. Our home brew starter kits include everything. Always sanitise with VWP or StarSan.
Tips for Best Results
- Use medium or dark spray malt instead of plain sugar for a fuller body and richer flavour — ideal for this style
- Ferment at 18–20°C for a clean result; avoid going much warmer to prevent fruity off-flavours
- Condition for at least 7 days in the bottle before drinking
- Serve at cellar temperature (10–12°C) — this bitter shines when not served too cold
Also popular: Geordie Yorkshire Bitter and Better Brew Yorkshire Bitter. Browse all home brew beer kits at BrewCo.