Black Rock Wakatu Pilsener

Name: Black Rock Wakatu Pilsener | Black Rock Crafted Pilsener
Brand: Black Rock
SKU: 1000668
Price: 29.95 NZD
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Black Rock Wakatu Pilsener

Black Rock Crafted Wakatu Pilsner is a crisp and refreshing beer with a bright golden hue, featuring a clean malt profile and moderate bitterness.

Dry hopped by Black Rock with NZ Wakatu hops.

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

Requires additional fermentables – see Additional Fermentables tab below.

SKU:1000668 Category:Beer Kits

Product Description

Black Rock Wakatu Pilsener – Craft Pilsener

Black Rock Crafted Wakatu Pilsner is brewed to deliver a crisp and refreshing Pilsner experience with a bright, golden hue. NZ Green Bullet hops are added at the boil to provide a moderate bitterness, while NZ Wakatu™ hops are used for dry hopping to enhance the aroma.

Looking for a food match? The Black Rock Riwaka Pale Ale goes Well With…

1. Fish and Chip: AKiwi classic – Light, crunchy batter + the beer’s crisp bitterness = absolute harmony. Wakatu’s floral citrus lifts the fried goodness.

2. Classic Kiwi Burger: Beef patty, cheese, beetroot, maybe even a pineapple ring — the pilsner’s clean finish cuts straight through the richness.

3. BBQ Sausage: Simple, iconic, and perfect. The beer’s moderate bitterness balances the sweet caramelised onions beautifully.

4. Roast Chicken & Veges: Arelaxed Sunday dinner match. The bright hop aroma complements the roast skin and herbs.

5. Kumura Fries with Aioli: Crisp pilsners and kumara are surprisingly epic together — the sweetness of the kumara plays off the beer’s herbal Wakatu notes.

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 Sugar or 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 Ultra Light or Brick Road Extra Light.

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.

Option One: If you dry hop this brew we would suggest the 2 x packets of SafAle S-23 (23g total) which is well suited to fruity expressions.

Option Two: If you are not dry hopping (or as an alternative if you are dry hopping) we suggest 2 x packets of the M54 Californian Lager Yeast which has the added benefit of being designed to ferment at ale temperatures.

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

For a craft-style finish, dry-hop this brew with 30-50g of your favourite hops.

Black Rock Crafted Wakatu Pilsener is already dry-hopped with Wakatu hops – one of the most sought after varieties from NZ Hops.

Orange Peel, Floral, Mild Spice. Add 30-50gms of Pacifica. Pacifica adds manadarim/orange to Wakatu’s lime, creating a smooth citrus blend that still feels like classic Pilsener. Think balanced, elegant citrus with a noble-hop vibe.

Bright Lime, Lemon, Tropical Lift – Add 30-50gms of Motueka. Motueka is basically Wakatu’s more expressive cousin. Together they create a lime-forward, zesty, refreshing aroma with a touch of soft tropical fruit for a super clean, citrus-fresh pilsner with extra pop.

Big Aussie tropical character – Add 30-50gms of Galaxy for intense passionfruit, peach and citrus pairing well with Wakatu’s like-floral notes. BUT it will make the beer feel way more aromatic, fruit and modern than a classic pilsener.