Jun 08 2026
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Buxton Brown Ale Recipe

Time3h
Serves24

Indulge in the rich, malty goodness of Buxton Brown Ale, a beautifully balanced brew that combines deep caramel notes with subtle hints of chocolate and coffee. This smooth and velvety ale is perfect for those cozy evenings, offering a satisfying warmth with every sip. Whether you're new to brown ales or a seasoned enthusiast, Buxton Brown Ale invites you to savor its complexity and enjoy the comforting flavors that make it a timeless classic.

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Ingredients

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Beer Ingredients

Method

Brewing Process

  1. 1

    Mashing

    In a large pot, heat 3 gallons of water to 165°F (74°C). Add the crushed pale malt, crystal malt, chocolate malt, and caramel malt, stirring well. Maintain the temperature at around 150-155°F (65-68°C) for 60 minutes.

  2. 2

    Sparging

    After mashing, sparge with enough hot water to collect 6 gallons of wort in the brew kettle.

  3. 3

    Boiling

    Bring the wort to a boil. Once boiling, add the hopped malt extract and the Fuggles hops. Boil for 60 minutes, adding the East Kent Goldings hops in the last 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Cooling

    After boiling, cool the wort quickly using a wort chiller or an ice bath until it reaches around 70°F (21°C).

  5. 5

    Fermentation

    Transfer the cooled wort to a sanitized fermentation vessel. Add the yeast and seal with an airlock. Allow to ferment for about 1-2 weeks at a temperature between 65-70°F (18-21°C).

  6. 6

    Bottling

    Once fermentation is complete, prepare a priming sugar solution by dissolving the priming sugar in a small amount of boiling water. Add this solution to the bottling bucket. Transfer the beer to the bottling bucket, mix gently, and bottle with caps.

  7. 7

    Conditioning

    Let the bottles condition at room temperature for about 1-2 weeks before refrigerating. Enjoy your homemade Buxton Brown Ale!

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