Stone IPA (14B) - EXTRACT Homebrew Ingredient Kit

Turned out very close to the original. Clone was a little darker than the original and a tad sweeter too. I actually prefer the clone over the original.

To all the beginner brewers out there interested in Extract homebrewing, I can't tell you how much fun I had doing this. Kudos to Austin Homebrew for making fantastic instructions. This is what makes them lightyears better than my past experiences. Cheers to some brewing motivation!

It has only been two weeks since I bottled and it is a great beer! I am very happy with it. Great hop aroma and flavor but there is enough malt to counter-balance. I can't wait to share with friends! Will brew this one again!

I, too, have not tried the real Stone IPA, but I was told it is quite similar to that excellent Two-Hearted Ale from Bells Brewing in Kalamazoo. The AHS recipe is excellent, and the outcome was great. Next time, I will fine some to clarify, but the hoppy aroma is very much like the Bells, and the overall taste is really excellent. It's been a decade since I last brewed (moved to winemaking), but this AHS recipe has me hooked on brewing (again). Tim in MO

Primary for 3 weeks, 1 Week in secondary without hops. Next week dry hopped in secondary. I just tried some after bottling and I can't wait to try it when it's carbonated and conditioned. The aroma and taste were great!!