Brew a crisp, refreshing Pale Ale with Mangrove Jacks Lucky Goat.
The Lucky Goat Pale Ale Pours gold with white head. Pleasant malt aroma with soft fruit undertones. Light malt sweetness with a hint of vanilla, well balanced with hop bitterness and clean aftertaste.
1.8KG Extract Malt
Makes 23L
ABV: ~4.4%
Yeast Included
Requires Dextrose or Liquid Malt – see Additional Fermentables tab below.
One of the most popular Mangrove Jacks beer kits, the Mangrove Jacks Lucky Goat Pale Ale is a well-crafted beer that offers a unique and satisfying flavor.
Pours a golden ale with a lasting white head. Pleasant malt aroma with soft fruit undertones. Smooth malt sweetness carries a touch of vanilla, balanced by gentle hop bitterness and a clean finish. Perfect for dry hopping with your favourite hop variety for an extra burst of flavour.
About this Brew
Style: Pale Ale
ABV (approx): 4.4%
IBU: 28-36
Fermentation Temperature (based on included yeast) 20-25°C
Volume: Makes 23L
Yeast: 5g
Malt Pack: 1.8KG
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.
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 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 for a subtle malt character and clean flavour profile, or try Mangrove Jacks Wheat Liquid Malt Extract to introduce a ‘biscuity’ or ‘straw’ malt character.
Note: We do not recommend using Light Malt or darker alternatives with this kit. The Lucky Goat has a very subtle flavour profile and the intended flavour can be easily overpowered.
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 SafAle US-05 (23g total) yeast which is well regarded as a neutral and versatile ale 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
For a craft-style finish, dry-hop this brew with 50-100g of your favourite hops. Here are five great options:
Bold & layered – Use Mosaic + Nelson Sauvin together for a complex mix of mango, blueberry, gooseberry, and white wine notes.
Citrus & crisp – Try NZ Cascade + Motueka to combine bright grapefruit, lime, and floral citrus for a refreshing twist.
Smooth & aromatic – Choose Pacifica for sweet orange marmalade and floral undertones that balance the malt backbone – especially if you use wheat malt.
Juicy & tropical – Try the Tropical Burst Hop Blend (Riwaka, Motueka, Nelson Sauvin) for passionfruit, gooseberry, and grapefruit with a punchy tropical burst.
Bright & floral – Go with the Fruit and Floral Hop Blend (Nelson Sauvin, Pacifica, Riwaka) for white grape, sweet citrus, grapefruit, and a crisp floral lift.
2 reviews for Mangrove Jacks Lucky Goat Pale Ale
3.5
Rating
1-2 of 2 reviews
Steve Caithness
Verified owner
Jarrad
Verified owner
I need a bit more practice, but it’s possibly my best effort so far
I need a bit more practice, but it’s possibly my best effort so far