STORY

Overview: Copper Queen Courtesan is a balanced copper ale inspired by the haunted history of the Copper Queen Hotel in Bisbee, Arizona. Brewed with Coopers Light UME, Crystal 40, Honey Malt, Munich Malt, Columbus hops, Crystal hops, and W-34/70 yeast, it delivers smooth malt depth, balanced bitterness, and a clean finish.

PROFILE

Tasting Notes: Expect a copper-colored ale with smooth malt character, light caramel notes, subtle honey-like sweetness, gentle grain depth, balanced hop bitterness, and a clean lager-style finish.

WHAT YOU GET

• 1 Can Coopers Light Unhopped Malt Extract (UME)
• 1 Packet Crystal 40 Malt
• 1 Packet Honey Malt
• 1 Packet Munich Malt
• 2 Packets Columbus Pellet Hops
• 1 Packet Crystal Pellet Hops
• 1 Packet W-34/70 Dry Brewing Yeast
• 5 Muslin Hop Sacks
• 1 Packet No-Rinse Cleanser

FOR FANS OF

Copper lagers

California common-style beers

Balanced amber and copper ales

Smooth malt-forward beers with clean hop balance

BREW SPECS

BREW TIME

Fermentation: 3 weeks

Carbonation and Conditioning: 3–4 weeks

Best Enjoyed: After 6–8 weeks or longer

Conditioning Note: Bigger beers and malt-forward recipes usually improve with additional conditioning.

WHY THIS RECIPE

Why Brew It: This recipe is a great choice for brewers who want a copper-colored beer with smooth malt complexity, balanced hop character, and a clean lager-style finish. Crystal 40, Honey Malt, and Munich Malt build depth, while Columbus and Crystal hops keep the beer balanced and drinkable.