Lager Home Brew Supplies

To brew lager at home, start with a lager kit, then add a malt-based enhancer rather than plain sugar and keep the fermentation cool. For a true crisp lager, use a lager yeast such as SafLager W-34/70, S-23 or Mangrove Jack's M84 at about 10–15°C, then condition the beer cold. This collection has lager and pilsner kits from Coopers, Geordie, Muntons, MasterPint, Mangrove Jack's and Bulldog, plus lager yeasts and Pilsner malt for all-grain brewers.

Buying guide & FAQs

Choosing a lager kit

Tips for a crisper home brew lager

  • Replace sugar with a malt-based brew enhancer or spray malt for a better body and head.
  • Swap in a lager yeast: SafLager W-34/70, S-23 or Mangrove Jack’s M84. If you can't ferment cool, M54 Californian Lager is designed to give a clean lager character at ale temperatures.
  • Condition the beer cold for a few weeks after carbonating. Patience makes the biggest difference to clarity and crispness.

Brewing all-grain? Lager (Pilsner) malt comes in sizes from 1kg to 25kg.

Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature should I ferment lager at?

A true lager yeast works best at around 10–15°C. Many kit lagers come with yeast suited to room temperature (about 18–22°C), so follow the kit instructions unless you swap the yeast. See our fermentation temperature guide.

Why does my home brew lager taste sweet or thin?

Using lots of plain sugar can make lager thin and cidery. A malt-based enhancer, a cooler and steadier fermentation, and a few weeks of cold conditioning all help.

Can I make lager without a fridge?

Yes. Use a kit with its supplied yeast at room temperature, or Mangrove Jack's M54 Californian Lager yeast, which is designed to give a clean lager character at warmer temperatures.

Which lager kit is best for beginners?

Coopers DIY Lager or Geordie Lager are simple and reliable. The BrewBuddy Lager starter kit includes the equipment as well. See our beer kit comparison chart.

Lager Home Brew Supplies