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Brew a classic, smooth, and malty Irish Red Ale with a beautiful balance of rich caramel sweetness, toasty malt character with roasty notes in the finish, and a hint of earthy hop bitterness. Pours a deep red with a creamy off-white head.

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.

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 Southern Pilsner is a hoppy NZ style Pilsner with prominent lemon citrus aromas and flavours with a tropical fruit background and hints of resinous pine. It has light malt flavour with hints of creamy honey and a crisp drying finish.

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

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. 

Munich Dunkel is a malt oriented German dark lager. It is a rich complex beer with flavours of warm toasty bread crust and rich caramel and toffee. Despite the malt forward flavour, Munich Dunkel has a dry finish and does not come across as overly sweet making it a very sessionable beer.

Traditionally Munich Dunkel would have been made using a decoction mash to encourage the Maillard reactions that help give the beer its rich malty flavours. The ATF Munich Dunkel uses a small amount of Aurora Malt to help provide the maltiness typical of the style.

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. 

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. 

The ATF Super Delight IPA is a west coast style IPA packed with Superdelic hops that delivers an extraordinary hop-forward experience that will captivate your senses.
An enticing sweet aroma of tropical pineapple, citrus, and notes of red fruits will draw you in, and with each sip you'll experience the layered fruity flavours of Superdelic hops, supported by a clean light malt base with a subtle honey like sweetness and a touch complexity, complementing the hop profile without overpowering it. Finishing with a smooth firm bitterness this is a beer that is hard to put down.

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.

Rich and complex with aromas of deep, inviting roasted dark espresso and rich cocoa, beautifully intertwined with dark caramel sweetness and hints of dried fruit underpinned by a subtle, intriguing earthy spice.

The generous use of rye and oats creates a beautifully velvety smooth and full-bodied mouthfeel with a decadently creamy yet never heavy experience, crowned by a dense, persistent head.

Clean bitterness and the faintest background whispers of soft citrus and floral notes provide just enough structure to frame the immense malt profile without ever stealing the spotlight. An indulgent stout defined by its opulent malt complexity, captivating roast character, and luxurious velvety texture.

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.

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 Fruit Burst Pale Ale has an enticing sweet fruity aroma with tropical notes of passionfruit, mango, and guava, along with bright citrus and berries. Built on a soft malt base that carries the wonderful flavours of Superdelic hops beautifully without getting in the way, the ATF Fruit Burst Pale Ale is eminently drinkable.

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 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.

American Pale Ales are a refreshing hoppy beer with sufficient malt base to make the beer balanced and drinkable.

The ATF Citra Pale Ale delivers a beer that is hard to resist. Loaded with Citra hops, the beer has brash citrus, grapefruit, and orange flavours and aromas, with hints of resinous pine. The clean light malty base with a background of nutty toasted caramel balances the hops perfectly. The beer finishes dry and will have you reaching for more.

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.

This recipe employs whirlpool hopping at a set temperature of 65℃ for 60 minutes. If you are unable to maintain a 65℃ whirlpool for 60 minutes you may wish to try the hop burst version.

Discover the perfect balance of rich malt depth and subtle hop character with this Ruby Ale. Smooth and malty, it boasts deep dark caramel fruit notes, creating a warm, inviting flavour with subtle citrus and floral herbal hop aromas. With a soft bitterness and a seamless blend of New and Old World influences, this ale is both complex and incredibly drinkable. 

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.

Whilst the light blonde hue may hint at a lightly flavoured beer, ATF Riwaka Blonde is anything but lacking in flavour. Bursting with passionfruit and citrus on top of a sweet malt base with a hint of toasty biscuit and a slightly creamy texture that finishes dry, the ATF Riwaka Blonde is a distinctive beer that will soon become a favourite.

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.

This recipe employs whirlpool hopping at a set temperature of 65℃ for 60 minutes. If you are unable to maintain a 65℃ whirlpool for 60 minutes you may wish to try the hop burst version.

Sitting in between a pale ale and an IPA, the ATF Citrus XPA is a light bodied refreshing beer with plenty of flavour. It has a great citrus aroma with grapefruit being prominent and a smooth clean finish with a refreshing bitterness.

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 Turbocharged APA is a hop fuelled explosion of flavour. Citrus and tropical fruit abound with herbal notes and hints of coconut and pine. Supported by a light malt base with a honey creaminess and caramel sweetness balancing a firm bitterness; the ATF Turbocharged APA will send your taste buds racing.

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.

Brew a classic, smooth, and malty Irish Red Ale with a beautiful balance of rich caramel sweetness, toasty malt character with roasty notes in the finish, and a hint of earthy hop bitterness. Pours a deep red with a creamy off-white head.

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.

Irish Stouts are a black beer with a pronounced roasted flavour, often similar to coffee. The balance can range from fairly even to quite bitter, with the more balanced versions having a little malty sweetness and the bitter versions being quite dry.

The ATF Irish Dry Stout’s wonderful aroma of roasted coffee with hints of roasted cacao will have you thinking you have just walked into a coffee roasters. Full of roasted flavours with a light body, low ABV, and dry bitter finish, this beer is very very drinkable all year round.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Mangrove Jack's New World Strong Ale yeast or Lallemand Nottingham High Performance Ale Yeast.

Based on an English Mild Ale, the ATF Lilliputian Ale is a low ABV beer with a warm nutty malt base. It has layers of gentle dark caramel sweetness with hints of caramelised fruit and toasted toffee, blended beautifully with a smooth roast character with hints of dark chocolate. The English yeast provides a pleasant light fruitiness and slight tartness.

Unlike its English grandparent it also has a pleasant mild citrus character along with the more traditional earthy spicy character.

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

The ATF Kiwi Pilsner has a clean soft malty sweetness with hints of sweet hay balanced by a firm bitterness. Unlike its Bohemian grandparent it showcases the unique qualities of New Zealand hops with aromas of orange citrus and passionfruit up front with tropical fruit, lemon, lime, and stone fruit being a strong supporting act. 

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. 

The ATF Kapiti Best Bitter is an excellent session beer with plenty of flavour. Earthy, spicy, and floral aromas and flavours with citrus notes sit on top of malty toffee sweetness, balanced by biscuity dryness and a pleasing bitterness with the quintessential underlying fruitiness typical of an English Ale.

Yeast is not included in the kit. We recommend using Fermentis Safale S-04, or you could also try Mangrove Jack's Liberty Bell or Lallemand Verdant IPA.