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Recipe Kit Classic Pilsner
The Classic Pilsner is a clean, crisp, light golden lager that makes 21 litres at 4.8% ABV.
Makes 21L , about 64 bottles
4.8% ABV , Classic Pilsner
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Recipe Kit Classic Pilsner
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The details
There is nowhere to hide in a pilsner, which is what makes a good one so rewarding. Quality pilsner malt sets a delicate base, a generous hit of Czech Saaz brings the floral, spicy noble character the style is built on, and a low-temperature lager yeast fermented cold produces a clean, crisp finish. Brew it cold, below 15 degrees, and no heater is needed.
The Classic Pilsner is a clean, crisp, light golden lager that makes 21 litres at 4.8% ABV. Four ingredients, quality pilsner malt, Czech Saaz hops, a low-temperature lager yeast and your own water, combine into a floral, lightly spicy pilsner with real elegance in its simplicity.
What it is like to brew
There is nowhere to hide in a pilsner, which is what makes a good one so rewarding. Quality pilsner malt sets a delicate base, a generous hit of Czech Saaz brings the floral, spicy noble character the style is built on, and a low-temperature lager yeast fermented cold produces a clean, crisp finish. Brew it cold, below 15 degrees, and no heater is needed.
Why this kit works
- A big handful of Czech Saaz hops for an authentic floral, spicy pilsner character
- Quality pilsner malt for a delicate, clean golden base
- Low-temperature lager yeast for a crisp, true-to-style finish
- Simple four-ingredient recipe where quality does the talking
When it makes sense
The right kit when you are ready to brew a true cold-fermented lager and want a clean, classic pilsner. Best for brewers who can hold below 15 degrees, in a fermentation fridge or a cool spot through the cooler months.
Specifications
| Style | Czech-style Pilsner |
|---|---|
| ABV | 4.8% |
| IBU | [TBC - confirm with supplier] |
| Colour (EBC) | [TBC - confirm with supplier] |
| Original gravity | [TBC - confirm with supplier] |
| Final gravity | [TBC - confirm with supplier] |
| Fermentation temp | Below 15°C |
| Batch volume | 21 litres |
| Difficulty | Intermediate (true lager) |
| Ready to drink | About 5 to 6 weeks |
What's in the box
- Pilsner malt extract (the delicate fermentable base that becomes the beer)
- Czech Saaz hops (floral, spicy noble character)
- Low-temperature lager yeast (clean, crisp cold fermentation)
- Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings
Flavour profile
- Appearance: Light golden and bright
- Aroma: Floral and lightly spicy Saaz noble hop
- Flavour: Clean and crisp with a delicate malt base and gentle spicy bitterness
- Mouthfeel: Light bodied and crisp
- Finish: Dry, floral and refreshing
Hamish's verdict
Saaz is the whole point of this beer, so brew it cold and serve it fresh to keep that floral noble character vivid. Ferment below 15 degrees and give it a proper cold conditioning, the patience is what turns a good pilsner into a great one.
Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team, June 2026. Last updated June 2026.
What's In The Kit
- Pilsner malt extract: the delicate fermentable base that becomes the beer
- Czech Saaz hops: floral, spicy noble character
- Low-temperature lager yeast: clean, crisp cold fermentation
- Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings
Brew Specs
- Style: Czech-style Pilsner
- ABV: 4.8%
- IBU: 16
- Colour (EBC): 6
- Original gravity: 1.042
- Final gravity: 1.010
- Fermentation temp: Below 15°C
- Batch volume: 21 litres
- Difficulty: Intermediate (true lager)
- Ready to drink: About 5 to 6 weeks
Flavour Profile
Appearance: Light golden and bright
Aroma: Floral and lightly spicy Saaz noble hop
Flavour: Clean and crisp with a delicate malt base and gentle spicy bitterness
Mouthfeel: Light bodied and crisp
Finish: Dry, floral and refreshing
Aroma: Floral and lightly spicy Saaz noble hop
Flavour: Clean and crisp with a delicate malt base and gentle spicy bitterness
Mouthfeel: Light bodied and crisp
Finish: Dry, floral and refreshing
Who it's for
The right kit when you are ready to brew a true cold-fermented lager and want a clean, classic pilsner. Best for brewers who can hold below 15 degrees, in a fermentation fridge or a cool spot through the cooler months.
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Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
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What is the difference between a pilsner and a lager?
Pilsner is a specific style within the broader lager family. It originated in Bohemia (Czech Republic) and Germany and is characterised by Saaz hops, which give a clean, spicy, floral bitterness, and a pale, crystal-clear appearance. All pilsners are lagers, but not all lagers are pilsners. This kit produces a pilsner-style beer with the hop and malt profile specific to that tradition.
How do I get my pilsner to come out clear?
When using a high flocculation yeast strain like Mangrove Jack's M84 Bohemian Lager, the yeast will naturally clump together and drop out of suspension once fermentation is complete. Another option is to cold crash the fermenter at 2 to 4 degrees C for 48 to 72 hours after fermentation. Use a fining agent such as Clearfine isinglass at this stage. Avoid disturbing the fermenter when transferring to bottles. Refrigerate bottles for a minimum of 1 week before drinking. Pilsner is one of the styles where clarity most visibly reflects the quality of your process.
What is a malt extract recipe kit?
A malt extract kit provides the main fermentable sugars in a concentrated liquid or dry form, already converted from grain at a commercial brewery. You add water, yeast, hops, then ferment. It skips the grain mashing step, which cuts brew day down to about 30 to 45 minutes while still producing full-flavoured craft beer.
What is the difference between an extract kit and a fresh wort kit?
A fresh wort kit (FWK) delivers pre-brewed, unfermented wort in a bag, ready to pour straight into the fermenter and pitch yeast. No heating required. An extract kit requires you to dissolve the malt in hot water and add hops at various stages, which takes about 30 to 45 minutes. FWKs produce brewery-fresh flavour with almost zero work.
What equipment do I need to brew this kit?
You need a 30-litre fermenter with an airlock, a hydrometer, a thermometer, a long-handled spoon, a bottle capper, crown seals, and bottles. A no-rinse sanitiser is essential. AHB stocks no-rinse sanitiser specifically for home brewing. AHB starter kits include all of this in one bundle if you are starting from scratch.
How long from brew day to first drink?
Allow 4 to 6 weeks total. Fermentation takes 7 to 14 days depending on temperature. After bottling, the beer needs at least 2 to 3 weeks to condition and carbonate. Most kits are at their best around week 5 or 6.
Can a beginner brew this kit?
Yes. Extract recipe kits are the most approachable entry point to home brewing. The malt extract is already prepared, so there is no grain mashing or complex calculations involved. Follow the step-by-step instructions included and you will produce a solid result on your first brew.
Customer support:
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
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