Halftime in Mexico: Mexican Corn Ale – 20 L

Brew Halftime in Mexico: our Mexican Corn Ale recipe

Halftime in Mexico is our brewing answer to summer heatwaves and World Cup excitement. Designed to recreate the ultra‑refreshing and crystal‑clear profile of Mexico’s famous beers, this recipe takes a major technical shortcut thanks to the use of Norwegian Kveik yeast.

The grain bill includes more than 30% corn flakes, bringing that unique cereal character while lightening the body for an ultra‑crispy texture. Carapils malt helps build a beautiful, stable white foam.

The result: a pale‑straw beer with absolute lightness. Motueka hops, used exclusively off‑flame (hopstand), release gorgeous notes of lemon and lime. A perfect “can‑zest” vibe, enhanced by the naturally tropical and fruity esters of the Hornindal strain. A true thirst‑quencher, with extra character.

Why choose this product?

• The essential profile of a Mexican Lager.
• Fast fermentation: only 1 week in the fermenter!
• Easy brewing with reduced cooling time thanks to Kveik.
• Very low bitterness (19.4 IBU) for maximum drinkability under the sun.

Technical specifications

• Final volume: 20 L
• Style: Mexican Style Ale (Mexican Kveik)
• Hop: Motueka
• Malts & Grains: Pilsner, Corn Flakes, Carapils
• Yeast: WHC Hornindal Kveik
• Mash: single‑step
• The pack includes only the malts, flakes, hops and yeast required for the recipe.

Rolling Beers Tips

• Want to drink your beer super fast? Ferment in a classic bucket, and after just one week transfer it into an Oxebar mini‑keg. You can carbonate and serve draft beer in a few days using a simple SodaStream CO₂ bottle! See the guide in our dedicated article.
• Brewing in Brew in a Bag? Simply put the full water volume in the same kettle. If it’s too small, fill it to the max and add the remaining water after removing the bag, just before the boil.

What the kit includes

• 2.75 kg Pilsner malt
• 1.30 kg Corn Flakes
• 0.20 kg Carapils malt
• 100 g Motueka hops
• 1 packet WHC Hornindal Kveik yeast