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The ATF Altbier is a malty sweet beer with caramel and biscuit flavours; a firm balancing bitterness, and a medium dry finish. Complementing the malt flavours and aroma is a pleasant and mild noble hop earthy spiciness and subtle fruity vinous character.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Fermentis Safale K-97 yeast or Lallemand Köln yeast.

To achieve the subtle fruit character it is important to use the recommended yeast or another German/Kolsch Ale yeast.

Biére de Garde (beer for keeping) is a traditional malt oriented farmhouse ale from Northern France that was typically brewed in early winter then cellared (lagered) until spring and summer when it was then consumed.

The ATF D’or Biére de Garde is a golden coloured beer with a malty sweet aroma and a creamy honey like mouthfeel. A complex beer that is spicy, fruity, and peppery, with a dry finish and slight acidity making it very drinkable. The beer will benefit from a period of lagering.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Mangrove Jack's French Saison yeast or SafAle BE-134.

The ATF Schwarzbier (black beer) is a light bodied lager beer with a mild roast character. An easy drinking beer with aromas of chocolate of coffee blending with a light noble hop aroma.

Yeast is not included in the kit. If fermenting cold we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Lallemand Diamond Lager Yeast.

If fermenting warm we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast.

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager yeast is a unique lager strain that has the ability to ferment at ale temperatures and still provide a typical lager flavour profile. 

Fermentis SafLager W-34/70

Sensory testing performed by Fermentis on W-34/70 shows that it is a very robust yeast capable of providing a clean neutral flavour profile across a wide range of fermentation temperatures (12℃ - 20℃). Click here to download the Fermentis iPhone app for more information. 

The ATF Czech Pale Lager is the Bohemian Pilsners little brother. A lighter-bodied, refreshing, hoppy, bitter pale lager.
Bready malt on the nose with earthy floral notes from the Saaz hops. Light and crisp in the mouth with a light bready maltiness balanced by a firm bitterness and drying finish.

Yeast is not included in the kit. If fermenting cold we recommend using Froth Vagabond (Assumed Origin: Budêjovický Budvar) or:

• Mangrove Jack's Bohemian Lager yeast or
• Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or
• Lallemand Diamond Lager Yeast

If fermenting warm we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Mangrove Jack’s Californian Lager.

Fermentis SafLager W-34/70

Sensory testing performed by Fermentis on W-34/70 shows that it is a very robust yeast capable of providing a clean neutral flavour profile across a wide range of fermentation temperatures (12℃ - 20℃). Click here to download the Fermentis iPhone app for more information.

Note on Water Profile

The recommended water profile for this beer is very soft with no more than 7ppm of any mineral.

The beer may be brewed using other water sources, but may not have the same soft delicate mouthfeel and bitterness. Rainwater, reverse osmosis water, or bottled spring water is ideal. 

Dark and mysterious, the ATF Dark Wolf IPA is beguiling beer.
Dark in colour with little to no roast character at all; it has a delicious lightly toasted caramel sweetness with nutty hints and plenty of balancing resinous bitterness.
Aromas of sweet citrus abound with a floral earthy character evident. A distinctive beer that will have your taste buds mesmerised.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Froth Buddy (Assumed Origin: Sierra Nevada), or Lallemand's BRY-97 West Coast Ale Yeast. You could also try Safale US-05, Lallemand Nottingham High Performance Ale Yeast, or Mangrove Jack's West Coast Yeast.

The ATF Belgian Pale Ale is malty smooth with balanced fruit and spice (yeast driven) flavours and a pleasant spicy noble hop aroma.

The malt character is mildly caramel and balanced nicely with a toasty and biscuity character and soft bitterness. A great easy drinking pale ale.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Mangrove Jack's Belgian Abbey yeast. Alternatively you could use Lallemand Abbaye Belgian Ale yeast

The ATF Chocolate Stout has a deep ebony colour and a thick creamy head. Rich, creamy, and malty sweet with roasty dark chocolate and coffee flavours and aromas, balanced by a firm bitterness and a mild floral, earthy, citrus hop character. A smooth rich chocolate undertone is provided by the addition of cacao nibs.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Froth Rudeboy (Assumed Origin: Youngs Brewery) or Mangrove Jack's Empire Ale yeast. You could also try Mangrove Jack's Liberty Bell yeast.

In addition to the ingredients included in the kit you will also need.

• 60g of cacao nibs for the 24 L batch.
• 78g of cacao nibs for the Guten 40 30L batch.
• 105g of cacao nibs for the G40 10amp max batch.
• 103g of cacao nibs for the S40 & G40 15amp max batch.
• 120g of cacao nibs for the G70 48 L batch.
• 158g of cacao nibs for the G70 max batch.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using  Fermentis Saflager S-189 if fermenting cold.

If you are unable to perform a cold fermentation you can ferment warm (20℃) using Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager yeast, Fermentis SafLager W-34/70, or Lallemand NovaLager yeast.

Note on Fermentation Temperature

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager yeast is a unique lager strain that has the ability to ferment at ale temperatures and still provide a typical lager flavour profile.

Fermentis SafLager W-34/70

Sensory testing performed by Fermentis on W-34/70 shows that it is a very robust yeast capable of providing a clean neutral flavour profile across a wide range of fermentation temperatures (12℃ - 20℃). Click here to download the Fermentis iPhone app for more information.

Lallemand NovaLager

LalBrew NovaLager™ is a robust lager strain with ideal characteristics for lager beer production including fast fermentations and high attenuation. The distinct flavour profile is very clean with slight esters over a wide temperature range.
The optimal temperature range for LalBrew NovaLager™ yeast when producing traditional styles is 10 – 20°C. 

The ATF Sunshine Kolsch is a clean, crisp, delicately-balanced beer with a subtle fruit and hop character. Subdued maltiness throughout leads into a pleasantly well-attenuated and refreshing finish. Freshness makes a huge difference with this beer as the delicate character can fade quickly with age.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using either Fermentis Safale K-97 yeast or Lallemand Köln yeast.

To achieve the subtle fruit character it is important to use the recommended yeast or another German/Kolsch Ale yeast.

The ATF Belgian Blonde is easy drinking with a low, but pleasing hop bitterness. It has a target ABV of 7.3%, with subtle restrained spicy, fruity, and alcohol flavours supported by a grainy, slightly sweet Pilsner malt character and pleasant noble hop flavour and aroma. High carbonation and a medium body can contribute to a slightly creamy overall mouthfeel.

This beer will benefit from a two week (or more) period of cold conditioning.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Mangrove Jack's Belgian Ale yeast, or you could also try Fermentis SafAle BE-256 or Lallemand Abbaye.

The ATF Classic NZ Lager is a clean and crisp light bodied beer infused with the  flavour of the unique Green Bullet Hops, the workhorse of traditional New Zealand breweries. 
With a spicy fresh green grass aroma and clean crisp mouthfeel with a firm bitterness and dry finish, the ATF Classic NZ Lager is the Kiwi summer beer of yesteryear.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using  Fermentis Saflager S-189 if fermenting cold.

If you are unable to perform a cold fermentation you can ferment warm (20℃) using Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager yeast, Fermentis SafLager W-34/70, or Lallemand NovaLager yeast.

Note on Fermentation Temperature

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager yeast is a unique lager strain that has the ability to ferment at ale temperatures and still provide a typical lager flavour profile.

Fermentis SafLager W-34/70

Sensory testing performed by Fermentis on W-34/70 shows that it is a very robust yeast capable of providing a clean neutral flavour profile across a wide range of fermentation temperatures (12℃ - 20℃). Click here to download the Fermentis iPhone app for more information.

Lallemand NovaLager

LalBrew NovaLager™ is a robust lager strain with ideal characteristics for lager beer production including fast fermentations and high attenuation. The distinct flavour profile is very clean with slight esters over a wide temperature range.
The optimal temperature range for LalBrew NovaLager™ yeast when producing traditional styles is 10 – 20°C. 

The ATF Cold IPA is a crisp, clean brew with a firm bitterness and refreshingly dry finish. Hopped with Mosaic, Motueka, and Wai-iti, this beer bursts with bright citrus, tropical fruit, and delicate stone fruit aromatics. A bold fusion of clean lager-like drinkability and West Coast IPA hoppiness, this is the ultimate brew for those who love a refreshing yet hop-forward experience.

Yeast is not included in the kit. If fermenting cold we recommend using SafLager SH-45. The ideal Lager yeast to enhance hop thiol release result, crafting beers with enhanced levels of fruitiness and intensified citrus and tropical notes

Alternatively we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Lallemand Diamond Lager Yeast.

If fermenting warm we recommend using: SafLager SH-45 (up to 18℃). Alternatively we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast.

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager yeast is a unique lager strain that has the ability to ferment at ale temperatures and still provide a typical lager flavour profile. 

Fermentis SafLager W-34/70

Sensory testing performed by Fermentis on W-34/70 shows that it is a very robust yeast capable of providing a clean neutral flavour profile across a wide range of fermentation temperatures (12℃ - 20℃). Click here to download the Fermentis iPhone app for more information. 

Maibock, also known as Helles Bock, is a traditional strong, malty Bavarian lager.
The ATF Maibock delivers a clean crisp beer with a rich toasty sweetness and malty backbone that defines a Maibock. Balanced with aromatic hops delivering floral and spicy notes, providing a balanced bitterness and a subtle hint of hop aroma.

Yeast is not included in the kit. If fermenting cold we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Lallemand Diamond Lager Yeast.

If fermenting warm we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast.

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager yeast is a unique lager strain that has the ability to ferment at ale temperatures and still provide a typical lager flavour profile. 

Fermentis SafLager W-34/70

Sensory testing performed by Fermentis on W-34/70 shows that it is a very robust yeast capable of providing a clean neutral flavour profile across a wide range of fermentation temperatures (12℃ - 20℃). Click here to download the Fermentis iPhone app for more information. 

Brought back from obscurity by Pierre Celis at the Hoegaarden brewery, Witbier is a great refreshing beer. With plenty of un-malted wheat along with a portion of oats, Witbier is typically cloudy with a soft grainy sweetness. Belgian Wit Yeast adds subtle banana fruitiness and clove notes, which are enhanced through the addition of coriander seeds and fresh orange yeast.

In addition to what is included in the kit you will need 12g of coriander seed and 45g of orange zest (or the zest of your favourite citrus fruit).

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Froth Unicorn (Assumed Origin: Hoegaarden), or you could use Lallemand Lalbrew Wit or Mangrove Jack's Belgian Wit Yeast.

The ATF Oatmeal Stout is smooth and rich with creamy roasted coffee and chocolate on top of nutty dark toffee and a full malt base with an underlying fruitiness. A complex and extremely satisfying beer.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Mangrove Jack's Liberty Bell yeast.

The ATF Czech Pale Lager is the Bohemian Pilsners little brother. A lighter-bodied, refreshing, hoppy, bitter pale lager.
Bready malt on the nose with earthy floral notes from the Saaz hops. Light and crisp in the mouth with a light bready maltiness balanced by a firm bitterness and drying finish.

Yeast is not included in the kit. If fermenting cold we recommend using Froth Vagabond (Assumed Origin: Budêjovický Budvar) or:

• Mangrove Jack's Bohemian Lager yeast or
• Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or
• Lallemand Diamond Lager Yeast

If fermenting warm we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Mangrove Jack’s Californian Lager.

Fermentis SafLager W-34/70

Sensory testing performed by Fermentis on W-34/70 shows that it is a very robust yeast capable of providing a clean neutral flavour profile across a wide range of fermentation temperatures (12℃ - 20℃). Click here to download the Fermentis iPhone app for more information.

Note on Water Profile

The recommended water profile for this beer is very soft with no more than 7ppm of any mineral.

The beer may be brewed using other water sources, but may not have the same soft delicate mouthfeel and bitterness. Rainwater, reverse osmosis water, or bottled spring water is ideal. 

A deep reddish-copper brown colour, the ATF Belgian Dubbel is a moderately strong, malty, complex ale with rich malty flavours with hints of caramel, and dried fruits.
Underpinning the rich malt is a complex range of fruity esters (plum, raisin, cherry, pear, apple, and banana), which blend beautifully with light spicy phenols (such as clove and pepper) and higher alcohols.

The rich malt and alcohol give the beer a medium - full mouthfeel, although it still finishes fairly dry.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Mangrove Jack's Belgian Tripel yeast or you could also try Fermentis SafAle BE-256 or Lallemand Abbaye.

The ATF Vienna Lager is a reddish amber coloured malt forward beer that showcases Vienna malt’s toasty character. It has a full malt flavour with a mild sweetness and dry finish. There is sufficient bitterness to balance the beers malty character and a low amount of earthy grassy noble hop aroma.

If fermenting warm we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast.

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager Yeast

Mangrove Jack's Californian Lager yeast is a unique lager strain that has the ability to ferment at ale temperatures and still provide a typical lager flavour profile. 

Fermentis SafLager W-34/70

Sensory testing performed by Fermentis on W-34/70 shows that it is a very robust yeast capable of providing a clean neutral flavour profile across a wide range of fermentation temperatures (12℃ - 20℃). Click here to download the Fermentis iPhone app for more information. 

The ATF Belgian Saison is a refreshingly golden coloured ale that is wonderfully fruity and spicy. Often bottle conditioned and highly carbonated it is a great summer beer.

Yeast is not included with the kit. We recommend using Fermentis SafAle BE-134 or Lallemand Belle Saison.

Alternatively you could use Froth Wilding to create a unique New Zealand Saison.

The ATF Bohemian Pilsner is golden coloured beer with a dense, long-lasting, creamy white head. It has a rich complex maltiness with a firm yet soft and rounded bitterness complemented by the spicy flavour of Saaz hops and an earthy, spicy, floral aroma. The aftertaste is balanced between malt and hops.

Yeast is not included in the kit. If fermenting cold we recommend using Froth Vagabond (Assumed Origin: Budêjovický Budvar) or:

• Mangrove Jack's Bohemian Lager yeast or
• Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or
• Lallemand Diamond Lager Yeast

If fermenting warm we recommend using Fermentis SafLager W-34/70 or Mangrove Jack’s Californian Lager.

Fermentis SafLager W-34/70

Sensory testing performed by Fermentis on W-34/70 shows that it is a very robust yeast capable of providing a clean neutral flavour profile across a wide range of fermentation temperatures (12℃ - 20℃). Click here to download the Fermentis iPhone app for more information.

Note on Water Profile

The recommended water profile for this beer is very soft with no more than 7ppm of any mineral.

The beer may be brewed using other water sources, but may not have the same soft delicate mouthfeel and bitterness. Rainwater, reverse osmosis water, or bottled spring water is ideal.