Recipe Kit Sunset Eclipse Session Ale / mid-strength

Smooth, citrusy, and brewed for sunshine sessions—Sunset Eclipse is a mid-strength stunner that punches well above its weight. Featuring bold Australian Eclipse hops, this beer bursts with sweet mandarin, zesty citrus peel, and a dash of pine, all resting on a light, clean malt base.

At just 3.4% ABV, it’s designed for long afternoons and easy refreshment without compromising flavour. A dry-hop during fermentation pulls out maximum aroma and keeps things lively in the glass. Crisp, bright, and beautifully balanced, this is a seriously drinkable ale for any season.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sweet citrus, mandarin, and a touch of pine from Eclipse hops
Flavour: Zesty citrus and tropical hop flavour over a smooth, clean malt base
Appearance: Pale gold with a firm white head
Mouthfeel: Light to medium body with a crisp, refreshing finish

Brewing Notes

Style: Australian Craft Session Ale
Malts: Beermakers Lager (liquid extract), Light Dry Malt
Hops: Eclipse (steeped and dry-hopped for full fruit expression)
Yeast: Mangrove Jack’s M36 Liberty Bell Ale
Fermentation Range: 18–23°C
Original Gravity: 1.034
Final Gravity: 1.008
ABV: ~3.4%
IBU: 20 (balanced, clean bitterness)
Colour (EBC): 6 - 10 (pale golden)
Volume: 21 L
Recipe Style: Malt Extract Beer Kit with hop steep and dry-hop additions