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Recipe Kit Maibock Bavarian Lager
The Maibock is a Bavarian lager traditionally brewed for a special occasion. It makes 21 litres at 4.6 to 4.8% ABV, light golden with a fuller malt balance and a spicy, floral, fruity character from Magnum and Hersbrucker hops, finished clean by a classic Bavarian lager yeast.
Makes 21L , about 28 bottles
4.6-4.8% ABV , Maibock Bavarian Lager
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Recipe Kit Maibock Bavarian Lager
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The details
This is a fuller, more characterful lager than an everyday helles. Magnum and Hersbrucker hops give a spicy, floral bitterness just assertive enough to balance the malt sweetness, a 400g Carapils grain steep adds body and head retention, and a clean, attenuative Bavarian lager strain fermented cool brings it all together with a dense white head and a smooth, lingering finish.
The Maibock is a Bavarian lager traditionally brewed for a special occasion. It makes 21 litres at 4.6 to 4.8% ABV, light golden with a fuller malt balance and a spicy, floral, fruity character from Magnum and Hersbrucker hops, finished clean by a classic Bavarian lager yeast.
What it is like to brew
This is a fuller, more characterful lager than an everyday helles. Magnum and Hersbrucker hops give a spicy, floral bitterness just assertive enough to balance the malt sweetness, a 400g Carapils grain steep adds body and head retention, and a clean, attenuative Bavarian lager strain fermented cool brings it all together with a dense white head and a smooth, lingering finish.
Why this kit works
- Magnum and Hersbrucker hops for a spicy, floral, fruity character
- 400g Carapils grain steep for enhanced mouthfeel and head retention
- Classic Bavarian lager yeast for a clean, crisp, attenuative ferment
- Fuller malt balance than an everyday lager, for a special-occasion beer
When it makes sense
A good choice when you want a step up from a standard lager with more malt body and hop character. A genuine cool-ferment lager, best for brewers who can hold 8 to 14 degrees.
Specifications
| Style | Bavarian Maibock / Helles |
|---|---|
| ABV | 4.6 to 4.8% |
| IBU | 25 to 30 |
| Colour (EBC) | 8 to 12 |
| Original gravity | 1.040 to 1.044 |
| Final gravity | 1.010 to 1.012 |
| Fermentation temp | 8 to 14°C |
| Batch volume | 21 litres |
| Difficulty | Intermediate (true lager) |
| Ready to drink | About 5 to 6 weeks |
What's in the box
- Malt extract (the fermentable base that becomes the beer)
- Crushed Carapils grain (400g, steeped on the stove for body and head retention)
- Magnum and Hersbrucker hops (spicy, floral, fruity character)
- Classic Bavarian lager yeast (clean, attenuative cool fermentation)
- Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings
Flavour profile
- Appearance: Golden with a dense, lasting white head
- Aroma: Spicy and floral with subtle notes of fruit
- Flavour: Fuller malt sweetness balanced by a clean spicy bitterness
- Mouthfeel: Smooth and medium bodied
- Finish: Fresh, smooth and lingering
Hamish's verdict
The 400g Carapils steep is worth doing properly, use a hop and grain strainer bag to make straining the grain easy. Ferment cool at 8 to 14 degrees and cold condition before serving, the body and head retention from the Carapils really show on a well-conditioned Maibock.
Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team, June 2026. Last updated June 2026.
What's In The Kit
- Malt extract: the fermentable base that becomes the beer
- Crushed Carapils grain: 400g, steeped on the stove for body and head retention
- Magnum and Hersbrucker hops: spicy, floral, fruity character
- Classic Bavarian lager yeast: clean, attenuative cool fermentation
- Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings
Brew Specs
- Style: Bavarian Maibock / Helles
- ABV: 4.6 to 4.8%
- IBU: 25 to 30
- Colour (EBC): 8 to 12
- Original gravity: 1.040 to 1.044
- Final gravity: 1.010 to 1.012
- Fermentation temp: 8 to 14°C
- Batch volume: 21 litres
- Difficulty: Intermediate (true lager)
- Ready to drink: About 5 to 6 weeks
Flavour Profile
Appearance: Golden with a dense, lasting white head
Aroma: Spicy and floral with subtle notes of fruit
Flavour: Fuller malt sweetness balanced by a clean spicy bitterness
Mouthfeel: Smooth and medium bodied
Finish: Fresh, smooth and lingering
Aroma: Spicy and floral with subtle notes of fruit
Flavour: Fuller malt sweetness balanced by a clean spicy bitterness
Mouthfeel: Smooth and medium bodied
Finish: Fresh, smooth and lingering
Who it's for
A good choice when you want a step up from a standard lager with more malt body and hop character. A genuine cool-ferment lager, best for brewers who can hold 8 to 14 degrees.
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What temperature should I ferment this lager kit at?
Check the yeast instructions included with your kit. Most kits designed for home use with warm-fermentation lager yeast such as Mangrove Jack's California Lager work best at 18 to 20 degrees C. If your kit includes a true lager strain (Mangrove Jack's Bavarian Lager M76 or similar), aim for 10 to 14 degrees C for the cleanest result. This is ideal for winter brewing. During warmer months a temperature-controlled fridge will be required.
How do I get my lager to come out clear?
Cold crash the fermenter to 2 to 4 degrees C for 48 hours after fermentation is complete. This drops yeast and proteins before bottling. Use a fining agent (Clearfine isinglass finings) if needed. Avoid shaking or disturbing the fermenter during bottling. Refrigerate bottles for at least a week before drinking.
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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