Tiny Rebel CWTCH is one of the most exciting home brew kits available anywhere in the UK. Tiny Rebel are a Newport-based craft brewery who took the home brewing world by storm when their CWTCH Welsh Red Ale won CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain in 2015 — beating thousands of commercial cask ales to claim the country's most prestigious beer award. This 3kg kit lets you brew your own version of that award-winning beer at home, making 36 pints of a rich, copper-red ale with toffee, caramel, and biscuit malt character balanced by a lingering floral hop finish.
CWTCH (pronounced 'cutch') is a Welsh word meaning a warm, safe place — and this beer lives up to it. Rich and comforting, yet with enough hop character to stay refreshing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Tiny Rebel CWTCH taste like?
- CWTCH is a Welsh Red Ale — expect a rich copper colour, toffee and caramel malt flavour, biscuit body, and a floral, lightly spicy hop finish. It's full-bodied and warming but not heavy, with an expected ABV of around 4.6%.
- How many pints does the CWTCH kit make?
- The 3kg kit makes 36 pints (approximately 20.5 litres). You'll need a 23-litre fermentation vessel and standard home brew equipment.
- What sugar should I add to the CWTCH kit?
- For the best results, use 500g–1kg of Medium or Dark Spraymalt rather than plain sugar. This complements the rich malt character of the kit beautifully. Brew Enhancer 3 is also a good option if you don't have spraymalt.
- Is the CWTCH kit suitable for beginners?
- Yes — it's a straightforward two-can kit that follows the same process as any other home brew kit. The instructions are clear and the kit is forgiving of beginner mistakes. It's also a genuinely impressive beer to produce as a first brew.
- Did CWTCH really win CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain?
- Yes — in 2015, Tiny Rebel's CWTCH Welsh Red Ale was awarded CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain, the most prestigious honour in British brewing. It was the first Welsh beer to win the award.