THE RANGE
The below range summary is listed approximately lightest to darkest.
All of the below kits make 40 UK pints, which is 22.7 litres or 6 US gallons, except Barley Wine.
With Barley Wine you make 20 UK pints, which is 11.4 litres or 3 US gallons.
They contain 3kgs of 100% boiled malt extract and include sachet of premium quality John Bull Ale Yeast.
John Bull MasterClass brewing instructions are on the label, but also available below.
John Bull MasterClass Beer Kit Instructions.
No sugar required for brewing.
Export Pilsner
The original Pilsner was first brewed in the Bohemian town of Pilsen in 1842 (Plzeň, Czech Republic). A golden coloured, slightly dry beer, with a fresh fragrance and flowery bouquet. A refreshing pilsner, which can be enjoyed at any time. Best served chilled. Good as an aperitif or with fish dishes. Makes 40 UK pints.
8-12 °EBC, 25 +/-3 °EBU
Bavarian Lager
The Bavarian city of Munich (München) is famous for its Helles Bier (pale beer). This light golden beer has a fresh, crisp finish. Good with salads, fish, or chicken. Best served chilled.
Makes 40 UK pints.
8-12 °EBC, 40 +/-4 °EBU
Wheat Beer
The famous Weizenbiers are from Northern Europe. This is a pale coloured brew with a distinctive delicious complex of fruitiness, with its own unique flavour. A refreshing drink to be enjoyed at any time. Best served chilled with a slice of lime or lemon. Makes 40 UK pints.
8-14 °EBC, 18 +/-2 °EBU
India Pale Ale
A refreshing golden coloured ale originally created in the the 1870s by London breweries to last the long voyage (up to 6 months) from Britain to India. It has lots of hop character, with a smooth well-balanced body. Serve at 13°C (55°F). Good with red meat and English cheese. Makes 40 UK pints.
12-18 °EBC, 40 +/-4 °EBU
Executive Bitter
This outstanding, classic English well hopped ale, with a deep bronze colour modelled on premium bitters available on draught in English pubs. A smooth, malty and well-balanced beer. Serve at 13°C (55°F). Makes 40 UK pints.
35 +/-5 °EBC, 40 +/-4 °EBU
Barley Wine
With origins in 19th century England, this famous potent extra strong ale has a dark clear colour, characteristic of this aromatic malty ale. Serve at 13°C (55°F). Great as an after dinner drink or as a night cap. Makes 20 UK pints.
35 +/-5 °EBC, 40 +/-4 °EBU
Victorian Bitter
In the 19th century, malts were darker and hopping rates higher than they are today. So Victorian Bitter is a dark, full-bodied bitter with a sweeter finish; balanced by a high level of bitterness and true hop character. This is a popular darker bitter served in the rowdy inns of Victorian Britain and often now served as a guest ale in English pubs. Serve at 13°C (55°F). Makes 40 UK pints.
50 +/-5 °EBC, 45 +/-5 °EBU
Porter
The English capital, London, is steeped in history and yet is utterly modern, especially as it rapidly transforms itself for the 2012 Olympics. The famous beer from the city, Porter, is similarly deep-rooted, dating back to the 1720s and yet has undergone a revival in recent times, especially with the development of the home brewing market. This is a rich full flavoured beer. It is slightly lighter in colour than stout. A roasted – malt brew with a lovely smooth finish. The name's origins are uncertain with some reputing that it comes from the London Port dockyard workers in the 19th Century who enjoyed the drink in the inns and ale houses after a long hard days work, others say that it came from the Porters at Victoria Railway Station in London. Serve at 13°C (55°F). Great with seafood. Makes 40 UK pints.
130 +/-13 °EBC, 40 +/-4 °EBU



