This Starter Beer Kit is a complete home brewing setup designed to get you brewing your first batch with confidence. It includes the same core equipment as a standard starter kit, with the addition of a bottle capper to make packaging your beer easier from the start.

A simple way to start brewing at home

This kit is designed to remove the guesswork from home brewing by giving you a complete, easy-to-use setup. The process is straightforward, guiding you from your first mix through fermentation and into bottling.

• Complete setup for first-time brewers
• Includes a bottle capper for easy bottling
• Designed for simple, repeatable brewing
• Produces full batches of home-brewed beer ( your choice of recipe kit ) 

Designed to make bottling easier

The key difference with this kit is the inclusion of a bottle capper, allowing you to cap your bottles cleanly and consistently from your first batch. This removes the need to source additional equipment later and makes the packaging stage more straightforward.Otherwise, the brewing process remains simple and accessible, making it a solid starting point for new brewers.

Where this kit fits in your brewing journey

This kit is ideal if you want a standard home brewing setup but prefer to have everything needed for bottling included upfront. It suits beginners who want a smooth first experience without needing to add extra equipment after their first brew.

Key details

Batch size: Approx. 20–23 litres
Skill level: Beginner-friendly
Process: Extract brewing
Application: Home beer brewing

This setup allows you to produce a full batch of beer with a simple and repeatable process.

What’s included

• Fermenter with tap for primary fermentation
• Airlock and bung to manage fermentation gases
• Brewing ingredients for your first batch
• Bottle capper for sealing bottles
• Basic brewing accessories to support the process
• Instructions to guide you step by step

Compared to the standard starter kit

This kit includes a bottle capper as part of the package, making it more convenient if you want to bottle your beer without buying additional equipment. Otherwise, the core brewing process and setup remain the same.

Hamish’s Verdict: This is essentially the standard starter kit with the capper included, which just makes life easier when you get to bottling. If you don’t already have one, it’s a sensible way to start without needing to add extras later.

Common questions

Q:What’s the difference between this and the standard starter kit?

The main difference is the inclusion of a bottle capper, which allows you to seal your bottles without needing to purchase one separately.

Q:Is this kit suitable for beginners?

Yes, this kit is beginner-friendly and designed to guide you through your first brew step by step.

Q:How much beer does this kit make?

This kit produces approximately 20–23 litres, which is around 60 standard bottles depending on size.

Q:Do I need anything else to get started?

You will need bottles and cleaning supplies, but the kit includes the core equipment needed for brewing and bottling.

Q: How important is sanitation when brewing?

Sanitation is essential, but it doesn’t have to be stressful. Using a basic no rinse sanitiser is enough. The goal is clean, not sterile just keep your gear properly washed and sanitised.

Q: How long does it take to brew beer at home?

Most kits produce beer in 2–3 weeks. That includes about a week for fermentation and another 1–2 weeks for bottle conditioning, depending on the style.

Q: Can I brew different beer styles with the same kit?

Yes! Once you have the base gear, you can brew lagers, ales, stouts, IPAs, and more. Just change up the ingredients and yeast to explore different styles.

Q: How do I know if my beer is actually fermenting?

Even though your airlocks are not bubbling, almost certainly your brew is fermenting.

If there's a slight leak in the lid or the temperature is too cool then there may not be enough pressure for the airlock to bubble. This isn't a problem, just keep checking with the hydrometer to determine when it's finished. If the surface of the brew is foamy, it's fermenting.

 

Whats included in the starter kit?

Fermenter Complete: 30 litre screw top fermenting barrel with tap, airlock and thermometer

Hydrometer & Test Flask: to test your brew to ensure fermentation is complete before bottling

Brew Sanitiser & Cleaner: It is essential all gear is cleaned and sanitise to protect against infection.

Bottle Brush: you may need to scrub old bottles especially pre-loved ones.

Mixing Spoon 39cm:  to help mix and dissolve the brewing malts before adding yeast.

Bottling Valve: Fits to the fermenting tap to make bottle filling quick and easy

Carbonation Drops: Each carbonation sugar drop contains a measured dose of brewing sugar to create secondary bottle carbonation.

Bench Capper: Leaver action capper with adjustable height to cap any bottle. (Italian Made)

Instructions: Simple comprehensive and easy to follow

 

Plus your choice of some of our most popular recipe kits to make a 21L batch of a beer to suit your tastes right from your very first brew.  

Please select one of the following from the drop down box:

Aussie Pub Draught, with the perfect malt hops and yeast to make a classic Australian Pub style beer. Pour it cold and share it with your best mates.

Cascade Single Hop Pale Ale, A delicious pale ale with balanced fruit & malt character & light bitterness. Expect citrus, floral & spicy aroma & flavours driven by the most famous hop of them all, the Mighty Cascade.

Mosaic American Pale Ale, This beer delivers a delicious American Pale Ale with pale amber colour and plenty of flavour driven the hugely popular US grown Mosaic hops. A late addition of these hops provides a subtle yet complex array of tropical fruit, citrus, berry, earthy & pine character . 

Amarillo Golden Ale, Subtle malt & fruit undertones finished with a pleasing well-balanced bitterness driven by a late addition of US-grown Amarillo hops. Expect unique strong floral, zesty citrus aroma & flavours to linger.

Californian Lager, A light golden coloured easy-drinking session lager with plenty of flavor driven by the late addition of US grown Loral hops. Expect fruit driven citrus and floral characteristics  a delicious grapefruit and citrus aroma. A real thirst quencher.

Pacific Pale Ale, A bolder Pacific Ale with a refreshing full flavour. Pale malts collaborate with Galaxy & Ella hops to bring forward peach & passionfruit tropical fruit & spice characters, to finish crisp with a smooth bitterness.

Black IPA,  A fearsome, hoppy dark beer with flavours ranging from grapefruit to coffee. Strong ABV, slightly roasty medium body - with a big whack of Simcoe hops. Everything you want, in one beer!

Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team — March 2026.
Last updated: March 2026.