Mangrove Jacks

Mangrove Jack's is a New Zealand home brew brand. It is best known for the Craft Series beer and cider kits and for its Craft Series dried yeasts, the M-strains such as M44 US West Coast and M36 Liberty Bell. We stock the beer and cider kits, beer and wine yeasts, enhancers, liquid malt extract, carbonation drops, a heat pad and a 19L keg.

Buying guide & FAQs

The Mangrove Jack's range explained

Craft Series beer kits

These are modern styles made for flavour. Choose from Juicy Session IPA, American IPA with dry hops, Pink Grapefruit IPA, Helles Lager, Irish Stout and more. Some, like the Pils and Golden Lager, include dry hops. Browse the full Craft Series kit range.

Craft Series cider kits

The cider kits range from classic Apple to fruit blends such as Mixed Berry, Raspberry & Mango and Elderflower & Lime. Mangrove Jack’s Cider Enhancer adds body.

Yeast

The Craft Series beer yeasts cover most styles. M44 US West Coast and M36 Liberty Bell are popular ale strains, M84 Bohemian and M76 Bavarian are lager strains, and M12 is a Kveik strain. The wine yeast range includes CY17, R56, MA33 and CL23.

Kit upgrades and kit

Beer Enhancer 1 and Beer Enhancer 2 replace sugar in one-can kits. Carbonation drops make bottling quicker. The 25W heat pad keeps fermentation warm in winter. The 19L keg is for serving on draught.

New to brewing? The Mangrove Jack's Juicy Session IPA starter kit and cider starter kit include the equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mangrove Jack's from?

Mangrove Jack's is a home brewing brand from New Zealand, known for its Craft Series kits and yeasts.

Are Mangrove Jack's beer kits good?

Yes. The Craft Series is aimed at brewers who want modern craft styles, and several kits include hop pellets for dry hopping. Follow the instructions and ferment at a steady temperature for the best results.

Which Mangrove Jack's yeast should I use for an IPA?

M44 US West Coast gives a clean, crisp finish that lets hops shine. M36 Liberty Bell suits more traditional pale ales and bitters, and M66 Hophead is designed for hop-forward beers. See our beer and cider yeast comparison chart.

Do Mangrove Jack's cider kits need sugar?

Most fruit cider kits need brewing sugar or dextrose added. Check the product page for the exact amount for your kit.

Can I use Mangrove Jack's yeast with other brands' kits?

Yes. Swapping the kit yeast for a Craft Series strain suited to the style is one of the easiest ways to improve any beer kit.

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