{"product_id":"new-recipe-kit-bolter-xpa","title":"New Recipe Kit Bolter XPA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout This Kit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBig tropical fruit, juicy citrus, and a clean malt base that keeps everything in perfect balance — meet the Bolter XPA. This Extra Pale Ale home brewing kit is all about delivering bold, modern hop character without the heavy bitterness of an IPA, making it a seriously satisfying brew that's also incredibly easy to drink. Built on a blend of pale malt extract with a mini mash grain addition for extra depth, the Bolter XPA punches well above its weight for a kit beer. If you love the hop-forward craft beers you see on tap at your local, this is the beer kit to brew at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy brew the Bolter XPA ? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the impressive hop character, this kit is designed to be accessible for beginner to intermediate home brewers — no experience needed to produce a genuinely great result. The recipe style combines malt extract with a small grain addition, giving your beer extra body, subtle sweetness and excellent head retention, all without adding complexity to brew day. All ingredients come pre-measured, and complete step-by-step brew day instructions are included in the box. At 4.8% ABV, it sits in that sweet spot of flavour and drinkability that XPAs are loved for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's in the Box?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit contains a blend of pale malt extract (both dry and\/or liquid), a selection of specialty grain additions, carefully chosen hop varieties for aroma and flavour, and yeast — all pre-measured and ready for brew day. Full ingredient details, grain steeping instructions and step-by-step brew day guidance are all included in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAroma: \u003c\/b\u003eBig, fresh tropical and floral notes with just the right hit of citrus to keep it lively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour: \u003c\/strong\u003eA clean malt base lays the groundwork for a burst of juicy hops in the middle, finishing as refreshing as it is satisfying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003e Pale gold with just a hint of haze. Think liquid sunshine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eAustralian Pale Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalts: \u003c\/strong\u003ePale malt extract (DME and LME) with Carapils and Caramalt for subtle sweetness, a medium body, and excellent head retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHops:\u003c\/b\u003e A bold combination of \u003cb\u003eCitra\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eAmarillo\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eCentennial\u003c\/b\u003e delivers juicy tropical fruit and citrus flavours with a balanced bitterness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFermentation Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 18–23°C. Stick to the lower end for a cleaner profile, or push slightly higher if you want to accentuate fruity yeast esters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.046 – 1.048\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.010 – 1.012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.8 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e 21lt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Malt Extract Beer Kit with mini mash grain additions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHome brewers who love hop-forward craft beers but want a beginner kit that's genuinely manageable to brew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eFans of XPAs and Pacific-style ales looking to brew at home with a recipe that delivers real craft character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAnyone who's ready to step up from a basic beer kit and try something with a little more character and complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQ\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the Bolter XPA suitable for beginners?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes — while this kit includes a mini mash grain step alongside the malt extract, the full instructions in the box walk you through everything clearly. No experience is needed, and the grain steeping process is straightforward and adds a really satisfying extra dimension to your brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's the difference between a XPA and a Pale Ale?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn XPA (Extra Pale Ale) is generally lighter in colour and body than a standard pale ale, with the hop character pushed right to the front — more tropical fruit and citrus aroma, and a cleaner, crisper finish. The Bolter XPA sits at 4.8% ABV, making it flavourful but very easy to drink session territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat equipment do I need?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll need a basic home brewing setup including a 25–30L fermenter fitted with an airlock, tap, thermometer and bottling valve. You’ll also need a hydrometer, sanitiser, bottles and a bottle capper for sealing your finished beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat hops are in the Bolter XPA?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bolter XPA uses a bold hop combination that delivers the juicy tropical fruit and citrus flavours the style is known for — full details are included in the kit. The specific varieties, quantities and addition timings are all part of the recipe instructions in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow long does it take to brew?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAllow around 3–4 weeks from brew day to your first cold one. Fermentation takes approximately 7–10 days at 18–23°C, and then the beer benefits from at least 3 weeks of bottle conditioning. XPAs can be enjoyed fresh, so don't be tempted to over-condition — this style shines when the hop aroma is at its brightest. Six weeks plus may be the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does the mini mash grain addition involve?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe grain additions in this kit are steeped (soaked) in hot water before the main brew to extract colour, sweetness and body — think of it like making a strong tea from specialty malts. The instructions walk you through the process step by step, and it adds a level of quality to the finished beer that pure extract kits can't always match.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Home Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41994358980685,"sku":"35018","price":76.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/8306\/0045\/files\/35018.jpg?v=1754041178","url":"https:\/\/tdap54-hv.myshopify.com\/products\/new-recipe-kit-bolter-xpa","provider":"Australian Home Brewing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}