What does the Buderim Ginger Beer Kit taste like?

A sharp, genuine alcoholic ginger beer built around Buderim's premium real ginger syrup crafted on Queensland's Sunshine Coast from 80% real ginger. Bold ginger heat on the nose, a clean dry finish, and a natural spice character that commercial ginger beers simply can't replicate. Sessionable, refreshing, and unmistakably real.

Why do brewers choose this ginger beer kit?

Most ginger beer kits rely on ginger flavouring or low-percentage ginger extract. Buderim's kit is built differently 80% real ginger syrup means the heat, aroma, and complexity come from actual ginger, and you can taste the difference immediately. The Buderim yeast is specifically selected for ginger beer fermentation: it ferments clean without introducing the fruity or sulphuric notes that general-purpose yeasts can add to a ginger base. Keep fermentation on the cooler end of the range — around 18–20°C and you'll get a crisper, drier finish that lets the real ginger character come through cleanly.

What are the specs for this ginger beer kit?

Feature	Profile
Style	Alcoholic Ginger Beer
Approx. ABV	~4%
Ginger content	80% real ginger syrup
Ginger origin	Buderim, Sunshine Coast QLD
Fermentation temp	18–24°C
Fermentation time	5–10 days
Batch volume	20 litres
Carbonation	Carbonation drops included
Format	Complete brew kit
Difficulty	Beginner friendly
Ready in	2–3 weeks total

What's included in this kit?

Everything you need to brew 20 litres of Buderim Alcoholic Ginger Beer at home:

• Buderim premium ginger beer brewing concentrate — made with 80% real ginger syrup and yeast nutrients
• Buderim's specialty selected clean ginger beer brewing yeast
• 1kg dextrose for fermentable sugar and alcohol development
• Carbonation drops for bottling
• Full step-by-step brew day instructions

Makes 20 litres — approximately 53 x 375ml stubbies or 27 x 750ml longnecks.

HOW TO MAKE GINGER BEER

1. Mix the ginger beer ingredients with water in a fermenter 

2. Add yeast and allow fermentation to begin 

3. Leave to ferment for 5–10 days 

4. Bottle and allow carbonation 

5. Chill and enjoy your homemade ginger beer 

 

FAQ 

Q:Is this kit suitable for beginners? 

Yes, this ginger beer kit is designed for first-time brewers and requires minimal equipment.Mix the concentrate with water, add the yeast, ferment for 5–10 days, bottle with the included carbonation drops, and wait 1–2 weeks. Someone brewing for the first time will find this very straightforward, and the result is a noticeably better ginger beer than anything available at a supermarket.

Q:Do I need extra equipment? 

You will need a basic fermenter, bottles, and sanitiser if not already included. Check out GInger beer starter kit  here for all equipment and ingredients to get started.

Q:How long does ginger beer take to brew? 

Allow 5–10 days in the fermenter, then a minimum of 1–2 weeks in the bottle for carbonation to develop — around 2–3 weeks total from brew day to first pour. Ginger beer is best enjoyed fresh and cold; chill thoroughly before serving for the best carbonation and the sharpest ginger character.

Q:Is the ginger beer alcoholic? 

Yes — when brewed as directed with the included dextrose, this kit produces an alcoholic ginger beer at approximately 4% ABV. It is not a soft drink or non-alcoholic product. For a non-alcoholic ginger beer, the fermentation process would need to be stopped early or a non-fermentable sweetener substituted — this kit is designed for standard alcoholic brewing.

Q:What does homemade ginger beer taste like? 

Fresh, spicy, and less sweet than commercial soft drinks.