Black Rock Brew Kits — Clean, Crisp New Zealand Home Brew
The full range of Black Rock home brew kits, from Colonial Lager and Pilsener Blonde to Nut Brown Ale. Add water, sugar and yeast — a case of fresh beer in about two weeks.
Black Rock Brew Kits — Clean, Crisp New Zealand Home Brew
The complete range of Black Rock home brew kits — New Zealand made and loved for clean, consistent, reliable results. From crisp lagers to rich ales, add water, brewing sugar and the included yeast for a case of fresh beer in about two weeks.
Previously known as Black Rock Dry Lager, this product uses the same recipe—only the name has been changed by the manufacturer. It produces a light-coloured, refreshingly dry beer with a crisp, clean finish. Flavouring only; does not contain alcohol.
A light coloured and refreshingly dry lager with a crisp, clean finish.
Black Rock Lager is a classic premium Dutch style lager with a balanced hoppy bitterness. Brew with 1kg Black Rock Liquid Brewing Sugar (or 1kg other sugar) for a crisp European lager finish. For more body, colour and malt flavour use 1.7kg Black Rock Ultralight unhopped malt extract instead of sugar.
IBU: 20
SRM: 3
Malt: 100% Lager malt
Hops, bittering: Green Bullet, Pacific Gem
ABV: 4.5% (approx. using 1kg Black Rock Liquid Brewing Sugar)
Black Rock Mexican Lager is a light coloured, Mexican style beer with a balanced, crisp clean finish. Brew with 1kg Black Rock Liquid Brewing Sugar (or 1kg other sugar) for a crisper finish. For more body, colour and malt flavour use 1.7kg Black Rock Ultralight unhopped malt extract instead of sugar.
IBU: 16
SRM: 3
Malt: 100% Lager malt
Hops, bittering: Green Bullet, Pacific Gem
ABV: 4.5% (approx. using 1kg Black Rock Liquid Brewing Sugar)
Black Rock Miners Stout is a rich, dark, smooth Stout. Brewed with four specialty malts Black Rock Miners Stout is a rewarding, balanced beer with a moderate bitterness to balance the roasted malt flavours. Brew with 1kg Black Rock Liquid Brewing Sugar (or 1kg other sugar) for a more bitter finish. For more body, colour and malt flavour use 1.7kg Black Rock Amber or Dark unhopped malt extract instead of sugar.
IBU: 30
SRM: 50
Malt: 72.2% Lager, 13% Caramalt, 12% Crystal and 2.8% Roasted malts
Hops, bittering: Green Bullet, Pacific Gem
ABV: 4.5% (approx. using 1kg Black Rock Liquid Brewing Sugar)
Black Rock Nut Brown Ale is a malty, amber coloured beer with a balanced harmony of Crystal and Black malt and hops to create a full-bodied, malt accented flavour. Brew with 1kg Black Rock Liquid Brewing Sugar (or 1kg other sugar) for a crisper finish. For more body, colour and malt flavour use 1.7kg Black Rock Amber unhopped malt extract instead of sugar.
The Black Rock Classic Porter is a dark malty style Brew. Brewed with four specialty malts Black Rock Classic Porter is a complex, full flavoured dark beer.
Black Rock Dry Lager – pack of 6 ( Black Rock XTRA Pale Ale )
Previously known as Black Rock Dry Lager, this product uses the same recipe—only the name has been changed by the manufacturer. It produces a light-coloured, refreshingly dry beer with a crisp, clean finish. Flavouring only; does not contain alcohol.
A light coloured and refreshingly dry lager with a crisp, clean finish.
The Black Rock Classic Porter is a dark malty style Brew. Brewed with four specialty malts Black Rock Classic Porter is a complex, full flavoured dark beer.
Black Rock Crafted Oatmeal Stout is a dark beer lover’s delight, boasting rich caramel and roasted characters derived from a meticulously selected blend of specialty malts. This stout is balanced with moderate hop bitterness and features a smooth, silky texture provided by malted oats. Its creamy profile, infused with hints of chocolate and coffee, makes it a perfect choice for a chilly evening or a special occasion.
Brew your own smooth and juicy hazy ale at home with Black Rock Crafted Hazy BIB. Designed for simplicity and flavour, this kit delivers a refreshing, moderately bittered beer with a beautifully soft mouthfeel and a naturally hazy golden appearance.
Crafted with a premium blend of Pilsner malt (71%), wheat malt, carapils, flaked wheat, and malted oats, this beer achieves a perfect balance of body, haze, and flavour. It pours hazy gold and is best enjoyed when dry hopped with your favourite aromatic hop varieties.
Brew a true to style IPA with Black Rock Crafted BIB IPA, a bold and flavourful ale packed with punchy bitterness and a rich biscuity malt backbone. Crafted using predominantly Ale Malt, with additions of Wheat for head retention, Toffee Malt for smooth sweetness, and a hint of Crystal, this brew delivers a satisfying, full flavoured IPA experience.
Explore the art of crafting your own exceptional brews with our Black Rock Beer Kits, tailored for home brewing enthusiasts. Whether you’re drawn to the crispness of lagers, the smoothness of wheat beer, the refreshing notes of pale ale, the boldness of IPA, or seek other distinct styles, our kits provide everything you need for an unparalleled brewing experience. Elevate your brewing game and savor the satisfaction of crafting your favorite beer styles from the comfort of your own home with Black Rock Beer Kits.
Black Rock Home Brew Kits — Clean and Consistent
Black Rock has earned a reputation among Australian and New Zealand brewers for one thing above all: reliability. These New Zealand made kits ferment cleanly and finish crisp, giving you a dependable, great-tasting beer batch after batch. Each tin of hopped malt extract includes the yeast — just add water and brewing sugar for a full case of fresh beer in about two weeks.
Popular Black Rock Styles
The range spans every taste. Pale Ale, Lager , XTRA Pale Ale (Dry Lager), and NZ Draught are crisp, clean and easy-drinking — perfect for a hot afternoon. For something with more depth, the Nut Brown Ale and darker styles bring rich, malty character. Whether you want a light session lager or a full-bodied ale, there’s a Black Rock tin for it.
Why Brewers Choose Black Rock
Consistency. Black Rock kits are forgiving, well-balanced and hard to get wrong — which makes them a favourite both for new brewers finding their feet and experienced ones who just want a reliable result. The clean New Zealand malt shines through, and the beers finish crisp rather than heavy.
How to Brew a Black Rock Kit
Sanitise your fermenter, tip in the tin and your brewing dextrose (or a malt extract for more body), top up with water, add the yeast and fit the airlock. Ferment for around two weeks, bottle, then give it a week or two to condition. That’s a full case of beer for well under a dollar a bottle.
New to brewing? Black Rock’s clean, reliable kits are a great place to start. If you need the equipment too, a beer starter kit sets you up in one box.
FAQS About Black Rock Brew Kits
New to Black Rock? Here’s what you need to know to brew a clean, crisp beer at home.
A tin of hopped malt extract and a sachet of brewing yeast. You supply water, brewing sugar (or a malt extract for more body), and your own fermenter and bottles. If you’re starting from scratch, a beer starter kit gives you the equipment you need.
A standard Black Rock tin makes around 23 litres — about a full case of 30 x 750ml bottles. That’s well under a dollar a bottle, which is part of why home brewing is so rewarding.
Clean, consistent, reliable results. Black Rock is New Zealand made and uses quality malt that ferments crisp and true to style — which makes these kits a favourite for brewers who want a dependable beer every time, without fuss.
Colonial Lager or Pilsener Blonde are great first brews — crisp, clean and easy-drinking. If you prefer more body, the Nut Brown Ale delivers rich, malty character. Pick the style you’d most enjoy drinking.
Yes. Swapping plain brewing sugar for a dry or liquid malt extract adds body and flavour, and a little steeped specialty grain or extra hops lifts it further. Small changes make a noticeable difference to the finished beer.