{"product_id":"recipe-kit-classic-pilsner","title":"Recipe Kit Classic Pilsner","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat it is like to brew\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA big handful of Czech Saaz hops for an authentic floral, spicy pilsner character\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eQuality pilsner malt for a delicate, clean golden base\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLow-temperature lager yeast for a crisp, true-to-style finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSimple four-ingredient recipe where quality does the talking\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen it makes sense\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eCzech-style Pilsner\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e4.8%\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eIBU\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e[TBC - confirm with supplier]\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eColour (EBC)\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e[TBC - confirm with supplier]\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eOriginal gravity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e[TBC - confirm with supplier]\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFinal gravity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e[TBC - confirm with supplier]\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFermentation temp\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBelow 15°C\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eBatch volume\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e21 litres\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eIntermediate (true lager)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eReady to drink\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAbout 5 to 6 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePilsner malt extract (the delicate fermentable base that becomes the beer)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCzech Saaz hops (floral, spicy noble character)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLow-temperature lager yeast (clean, crisp cold fermentation)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlavour profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light golden and bright\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral and lightly spicy Saaz noble hop\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and crisp with a delicate malt base and gentle spicy bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light bodied and crisp\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, floral and refreshing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHamish's verdict\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaaz 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by the AHB Brewing Team, June 2026. Last updated June 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Home Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41994362191949,"sku":"35021","price":55.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/8306\/0045\/files\/35021.jpg?v=1754041257","url":"https:\/\/www.australianhomebrewing.com.au\/products\/recipe-kit-classic-pilsner","provider":"Australian Home Brewing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}