Dad's Favorite Cream Ale
Dad's Favorite Cream Ale
Available in stock (34)
Dad's Favorite Cream Ale is a pale, balanced, light-bodied beer made for easy drinking after a long day. American Lager extract, Pale LME, honey, and brewing yeast come together for a smooth cream ale with clean malt flavor, gentle honey character, low bitterness, and a crisp 5.1% finish.
- Classic cream ale character with pale color, light body, and smooth drinkability
- Honey addition for a subtle fermentable boost and clean finish
- Balanced malt flavor from American Lager extract and Pale LME
- Easy 5.1% ABV finish built for refreshing pours and repeat sips
Crisp, smooth, and easy to enjoy, this recipe is made for brewers who want a classic backyard beer with just enough honey character to make it feel special.
Couldn't load pickup availability
Your Brew Breakdown
Everything you need to craft your perfect brew
STORY
Overview: Dad's Favorite Cream Ale is a balanced, light-bodied beer brewed with American Lager Brewing Extract, Pale LME, honey, and brewing yeast. It delivers clean malt flavor, gentle honey character, low bitterness, pale color, and a refreshing 5.1% finish.
PROFILE
Tasting Notes: Expect a smooth cream ale with pale malt flavor, light body, mild honey character, low bitterness, and a crisp, refreshing finish. It is balanced, approachable, and built for easy drinking.
IMPORTANT BREWING NOTE
Honey Note: The honey is mixed with 4 cups of water, brought to a boil, then removed from heat before the brewing extract and Pale LME are added.
Yeast Note: This recipe uses the dry brewing yeast packet from under the lid of the Brewing Extract.
WHAT YOU GET
- 1 Can American Lager Brewing Extract (HME)
- 1 Packet Dry Brewing Yeast, under the lid of the Brewing Extract
- 1 Packet BrewMax LME Pale
- 1 Packet No-Rinse Cleanser
YOU PROVIDE
1/2 cup honey
FOR FANS OF
Boddington's Brewery Pub Ale
Genesee Cream Ale
Light-bodied cream ales
Easy-drinking backyard beers
BREW SPECS
BREW TIME
Brew Day: About 30 minutes
Fermentation: 2 weeks
Carbonation and Conditioning: 2–3 weeks
Best Enjoyed: After 4–6 weeks total
WHY THIS RECIPE
Why Brew It: This recipe is built for brewers who want a simple, refreshing cream ale with smooth malt flavor and a touch of honey. It is easy to brew, easy to drink, and perfect for warm days, yard work, cookouts, and sharing with Dad.
Step-by-step brewing guide
How to Brew Dad's Favorite Cream Ale
Brew Day Guide
We’ll guide you every step of the way — no experience needed.
Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
Get the details on what’s included, how it works, and what to expect from this product.
What does Dad's Favorite Cream Ale taste like?
What does Dad's Favorite Cream Ale taste like?
Does this beer taste strongly like honey?
Does this beer taste strongly like honey?
Is Dad's Favorite Cream Ale bitter?
Is Dad's Favorite Cream Ale bitter?
Do I use the yeast under the Brewing Extract lid?
Do I use the yeast under the Brewing Extract lid?
Is this recipe good for beginners?
Is this recipe good for beginners?
Who is Dad's Favorite Cream Ale best for?
Who is Dad's Favorite Cream Ale best for?
Homebrewing Made Easy
Great Beer in 4 Simple Steps
MIX
Add water and ingredients — that’s it
BREW
Let your beer ferment and develop flavor
BOTTLE
Transfer to bottles and seal in carbonation
ENJOY
Chill, pour, and enjoy your beer
Crafted with Brewery-Quality Malt & Hops
Mr. Beer kits are made with the same core ingredients used by real breweries — including high-quality malted barley from Coopers, one of the world’s most respected family-owned breweries.
Our brewing process starts with carefully selected ingredients and time-tested methods, giving you consistent, great-tasting beer without the complexity of traditional brewing.
It’s everything you need to brew with confidence — whether it’s your first batch or your next.
- Made with real malted barley and hops
- Backed by Coopers brewing expertise
- Designed for consistent, reliable results
