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Mysterious Brewing x The Malt Miller

We’re approaching our second anniversary as professional brewers! It’s been an incredible journey—full of steep learning curves, hard work, and rewarding experiences. From our beginnings as homebrewers to having our beers poured at some of the finest independent bars and festivals across the country, we’ve grown beyond our wildest dreams this year. We’ve even had the honor of collaborating with some of our brewing idols, both locally and internationally.

The support from our community has been phenomenal, and now we have teamed up with The Malt Miller to give back to the homebrewing world.

The competition

One of our early creations, Citra Triangle, was the first in our single-hop series. It featured a carefully crafted malt base to let Citra shine—a hop that played a crucial role in the craft beer revolution. Citra Triangle went on to win multiple “Beer of the Festival” awards and has been a firm favourite ever since, leading to several rebrews.

Now, we’re inviting you to brew your own single-hop masterpiece. Choose your favorite hop—whether it’s a timeless classic or a new variety—and show us your expertise in capturing bold flavors and aromas. Think of a beer that’s easy-drinking, unforgettable, and leaves you craving another sip. Surprise us. Impress us. Let your creativity take center stage.

The Triangle Series concept is simple: your beer will feature our three base malts and have hops added at three distinct stages. When you order your competition entry, you’ll receive a malt pack with the grain bill proportions, alongside guidance on IBU targets for your hop additions. You’re free to use whole hops or advanced hop products, as long as you stick to the brief.

While there’s some leeway around the target ABV, it’s crucial to stay as close as possible. Above all, keep an eye on those IBUs and ensure your beer delivers a well-balanced hop profile.

Ready to wow us? Let’s see what you can brew! Head to The Malt Miller using the link below to order your entry pack.

The Prize

 
FIRST PLACE:
 
  • Brew your beer with us! We will find a convenient date for all parties and you will get to brew your beer with us, making you an honorary part of the Mysterious family, you will get to go home with a Mysterious gift pack (obviously including lots of beer) and we will send out a box of your winning beer to you once packaged.
  • Also, the winning brewer will receive £100 of vouchers to use at The Malt Miller on ingredients.
 
SECOND PLACE: Win an exclusive Mysterious Brewing prize box, including beers and some merch.
 
THIRD PLACE: Win a Mysterious Brewing voucher to use on our webshop
 
EVERY ENTRY WILL GET FEEDBACK
 

The Rules

  • Get the Malt pack from The Malt Miller, along with your choice of Hop and Yeast
  • One entry per code
  • Use a clean finishing commercial yeast, we recommend US-05
  • Your beer (3 x bottles or cans, 330ml or bigger) must reach Mysterious Brewing (address below) on or before 7th February 2025. Late entries will not be accepted. Clear bottles will not be accepted.
    • DELIVERY ADDRESS: Mysterious Brewing, Unit 6B, Ash Park Business Centre, Silchester, RG26 5FL
  • The beer must have been brewed fresh between your entry being secured and the delivery deadline. We’ve allowed just over two months for this. Aged beers will not be accepted.
  • Ensure that each of the packaged beers are clearly labeled with Entry Number and no other distinguishable markings on the bottles. 
  • The winner will be announced after judging has taken place on the 16th of February and the judge’s decision is final in all matters.
  • UK based entrants only. All entrants must be over 18.
 

The Dates

Entries must have arrived by FRIDAY 7th February 2025

Judging will take place at The Nags Head Pub, Reading w/c 10th February 2025

Winner will be announced on or before FRIDAY 14th February 2025

The Method

Beer Style (main): American Ales
Beer Style (sub): American-Style India Pale Ale
Batch Size: 20L
Original Gravity: 1.048
Final Gravity: 1.010
ABV %: 5
IBU: 38

Boil time (mins): 60

Hop / kettle additions and timing: Brewers Discretion

Whirlpool / hop stand: Brewers Discretion

Dry Hop: Brewers Discretion

Yeast: Chico/West Coast Strain
Fermentation

temperature/steps: Brewers Discretion

ENTER NOW AT THE MALT MILLER

Buy your malt pack, add your hop and get brewing....
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