Why Choose an AHB Starter Kit…?

We have been brewing for over 45 years, we know what is required to begin brewing &  we are here for you every step of the way.

 Every AHB Starter Kit will help you make great beer and enjoy yourself at the same time - we can guarantee you will love the beer you make, as will your mates. 

Our brewing gear is all TOP quality and will last you a lifetime of brewing. AHB Starter Kits are great value with big savings compared to buying the equipment separately.

We make it very easy and fun to get started.

This Super Kit includes the addition of a Super Auto Bench Capper, which makes capping any size bottle fast and simple.  Bottling with inferior cappers can be time consuming and difficult. The Black Max Bench Capper is equal to the best there is and botting becomes a quick and easy task.

The Equipment Explained

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!

FAQ's
Q1: What’s the best home beer brewing kit for beginners?

Any of our AHB Starter Kits are the perfect choice for beginners.  They all include the fundamentals you need to start brewing at home — from fermentation equipment to your first brew ingredients. Just follow the steps, and you're on your way to making great beer.

 

Q2: Is there support if I get stuck or need help brewing?

Yes — we’re here to help! AHB offers full support for beginner brewers, including step-by-step guides, how-to videos, and friendly advice via email, phone, or in-store. You’re never brewing alone.

 

Q3: Is it easy to upgrade my kit later on?

Absolutely. Home brewing gear is designed to be modular. You can start with a simple setup and gradually upgrade or add on, as your skills (and passion) grow.

 

Q4: 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.

 

Q5: 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.

 

Q6: 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.

 

Q7: 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.

 

Q8: How do I know if fermentation has finished

When the activity in the airlock slows down, your brew's nearly finished.Take note of your hydrometer reading and wait 24-48 hours. Take another reading and if it's the same it's finished.