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Muntons Premium Bitter Home Brew Kit

Muntons Premium Bitter Home Brew Kit

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Most 1-can kits need 1kg of brewing sugar or brew enhancer. Sanitise everything first with ChemSan.

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Muntons Premium Bitter is a classic English pub bitter - well balanced and full of taste. Muntons call it Best Bitter and describe it as England's favourite beer; it makes 40 pints from a single 1.5kg can.

Key specs
Makes 40 pints
Approx. ABV about 4%
Style Bitter
In the box yeast
You'll also need 1kg brewing sugar
Original gravity 1036-1040

What is in the kit

  • 1.5kg can of 100% hopped malt extract, with no cheap adjuncts
  • Yeast and instructions

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How to brew it

Stand the can in hot water for 5 minutes, then mix it with 3.5 litres of boiling water and 1kg of sugar in your fermenter. Top up to 23 litres with cold water, sprinkle on the yeast supplied and ferment at 18-21°C - it usually finishes in 4-6 days.

A dependable, good-value bitter for beginners and regular kit brewers. For more body, swap some of the sugar for Spraymalt Light. See all flavours in the Muntons Premium range.

Frequently Asked Questions
How many pints does it make?

40 pints (23 litres) at about 4% ABV.

Do I need sugar?

Yes, 1kg - Muntons recommend brewing sugar.

Is yeast included?

Yes, a sachet of yeast comes with the can.

How long does fermentation take?

Usually 4-6 days at 18-21C, before bottling or barrelling.