Black Rock Classic Draught

Name: Black Rock Draught - Classic Draught Beer Kit - Shop Online
Brand: Black Rock
SKU: 1000586
Price: 24.95 NZD
Availability: InStock

$24.95

6 in stock

A full bodied, easy drinking brown beer!

Black Rock Draught is a classic full-bodied, easy-drinking brown beer that will be familiar to many NZ beer drinkers (Think Speight’s, Waikato Draught, Lion Red).

1.7KG Extract Malt
Makes 23L
ABV: ~4.5%
Yeast Included

Requires Dextrose or Liquid Malt – see Additional Fermentables tab below.

SKU:1000586 Category:Beer Kits

Product Description

Black Rock Classic Draught is a smooth, full-bodied brown ale inspired by Kiwi favourites like Speight’s, Waikato Draught, and Lion Red. Pouring a deep amber colour, it delivers rich malt character with notes of caramel, chocolate, and a hint of roasted coffee. Balanced by moderate bitterness, this sessionable beer is both satisfying and refreshing – a classic choice for any occasion.

Style: Brown Ale
ABV (approx): 4.5%
IBU: 25
Fermentation Temperature (based on included yeast) 18-28°C
Volume: Makes 23L
Yeast: 5g
Malt Pack: 1.7KG

Additional Fermentables Required
See the “Additional Fermentables” tab for options to customise your brew.

Suggested Enhancements
For a smoother finish and a touch more character, consider upgrading with brewing extras. See the “Optional Extras” tab for details.

Why Choose Black Rock?

Crafted in a state-of-the-art Krones brewery, Black Rock kits are brewed using only the finest New Zealand malts before being concentrated down for your convenience. This means you can create authentic craft beer at home without the costly, time-consuming all-grain process.

Whether you’re enjoying a glass after mowing the lawn, hosting a barbecue, or just want a crisp, easy-drinking lager in the fridge, Black Rock Classic Pale Ale is a reliable favourite for any occasion.

Looking for a food match? The Black Xtra Rock Pale Ale Goes Well With…

1. Meat Pies: The caramelised malt and touch of roast balance beautifully with rich gravy and pastry.

2. Fish and Chips: The beer’s moderate bitterness cuts through fried batter and pairs with the sweetness of fresh fish.

3. Sausages & Onions: Tthe malty sweetness complements charred sausage and caramelised onions.

4. Lamb Chops & Mint Sauce: The draught’s roasted notes stand up to grilled lamb, while the mint keeps it fresh.

5. Pavlova with Caramel Drizzle: The caramel/coffee malt notes pick up sweet pav, meringue crunch, and caramel topping.

Additional Fermentables Required

To get the best from this brew, you’ll need to add fermentables. Choose one of the following options depending on your style preference:

Option One: The Basics Brew
Use Liquid Brewing Sugaror Dextrose.
For better body and head retention when using Dextrose, we recommend Premium Blend Light over straight dextrose.

Option Two: Crisp and Light
Use 1kg Extra Light Dry Malt Extract for a clean flavour profile, subtle malt character, and a refreshing, crisp finish.

Option Three: Smooth and Satisfying
For a fuller mouthfeel and smooth finish, use Liquid Malt Extract.
Choose Black Rock Light for a subtle malt character and clean flavour profile.

Optional Extras

Boost your brew with these recommended extras for better flavour, fermentation, and finish:

Craft Yeast
Upgrade your fermentation by using a quality craft yeast.

Our go-to for this brew is 2 x SafAle US-05 (23g total) which a great all-rounder yeast with a nuetral flavour profile.

Note: When using craft yeast always check the ideal fermentation termperature range for that yeast.

Yeast Nutrients
Add yeast nutrient to support a healthy fermentation, ensuring your yeast performs at its best for full attenuation and a consistent result.

Finings
For crystal-clear beer, use finings in the final 24–48 hours before bottling. This helps remove sediment, improves flavour stability, and gives your lager a polished, professional look.

Dry Hopping
It would be uncommon to dry hop a classic draught-style beer. Modeled after traditional New Zealand brown draughts (Speights, Wiakato, Lion Red), the Classic Draft is a malt driven session beer. The goal is clean, smooth and approachable. We’d leave the hops out for this one.