Question 1

Can you tell me if the Australian Pale Ale kits are fresh, or past their "best by" date? Same question for the Canadian Blond.

Accepted Answer

Further to Mr Beer's answer - I don't buy the kits from Amazon, but checking a recent coopers can I purchased, it says "best before 10 Oct 2018". So assuming say 6 months between manufacture and your purchase, it should be well and truly OK.

Question 2

What is the abv on the draught if just brewed according to the instructions?

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Should come out to 4.5% abv. Could get 5% if lucky. I've had no problems with the Pale Ale DIY brew from Cooper's. If done right it can surpass the store bought variety. Remember that the Cooper's hydrometer is calibrated for a much lower temprature than you expect. 60 degrees faranhite I believe.When testing samples you may want to chill sample to this temp then test.

Question 3

Why does this cost so much??

Accepted Answer

It's very reasonably priced.  This beer brews 5 gallons.  Compare the price with an Extract kit that will set you back around 40 bucks once you add the cost of yeast in.  Even if you enhance this kit with dry malt extract you're still saving 40-50% over a typical extract kit for this type of beer.

Question 4

Could you use two cans in 6 gallons to make a double strength brew? Or is that a bad idea

Accepted Answer

If want up ABV just add 2 lbs raw cane sugar. Get some Alcotech turbo yeast. Go easy with it 2 teaspoons max for 6 gallon batch.You will only waste a can by doubling. Then again I never tried so experiment if you want. I'd recommend doubeling the yeast up. Try US DIY beer website for more brew tips.Good luck

ASIN	B001D6KOWY
Age Range Description	Adult
Brand Name	Coopers
Container Type	Can
Customer Reviews	4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (182)
Flavor	Malt
Global Trade Identification Number	00088119181209
Included Components	HME
Item Form	Liquid
Item Type Name	Homebrewing Hopped Malt Extract
Item Volume	22.71 Liters
Item Weight	2.5 Pounds
Manufacturer	Coopers DIY LLC dba Mr Beer
Model Number	912
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Part Number	912
Size	5 Gallon
Specialty	GMO Free
UPC	088119181209
Unit Count	640.0 Fluid Ounces

Coopers DIY Beer Canadian Blonde Homebrewing Craft Beer Brewing Extract

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