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BKA058 - Charisma Cream Ale Extract Kit
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Jul 9, 2023 | Posted By TNT from Christiansburg, VA United States
2nd batch brewed (1st was Kolsch extract kit), and this didn't disappoint either! The extract kits are brilliant, in that for beginners (like me) or even experienced homebrewers (who don't want to fiddle w/ the whole grain mashing and hardcore steps involved in that), can get their worts off to fermentation as quickly as possible. This batch of cream ale is already done, carbonated, and chillin' in the fridge. Tastes great and didn't disappoint. The "optional" irish moss, I don't think is really optional if you want a clean and clear brew, so definitely make sure you use the recommended amount as part of the boil schedule. Will definitely brew this again, after I try a couple more styles and settle upon a rotation and go-to style to keep in stock!
Too much like Bud for me.
Jul 3, 2017 | Posted By Tim Jorgensen from MD United States
I don't like Budweiser at all and this tasted a little too "Bud-like" for me. I think it's because the recipe includes rice solids. I'm told that Budweiser also contains Bud rice solids.
Charisma Cream Ale
Apr 13, 2017 | Posted By Jake Rounkles from MO United States
Excellent flavored beer. Will definitely have a strong hold in my refrigerator/kegerator!!
Great beer
Feb 13, 2015 | Posted By Aj coffee from IN United States
This was my third brew that I have made and it turned out great. I used the California lager and an added bag of beet sugar to bump up the alcohol. I also added one 4 oz bottle of apple flavoring. It is a smooth drinking beer that has a great beer foundation, I highly recommend this beer, but would recommend bumping up the alcohol though.
Perfect Summer Beer!
Feb 14, 2014 | Posted By Casey Renick from IN United States
Second kit that I have done and it turned out really well. Really refreshing, perfect for summertime and as it says above mowing the lawn! Going to be adding this one to my rotation for sure.