German Beer Recipe Kits

German beers are known for their balance, tradition, and precision, with styles ranging from crisp lagers to malty bocks and refreshing wheat beers. Rooted in centuries of brewing heritage, many German styles follow the Reinheitsgebot (Beer Purity Law), which emphasizes high-quality ingredients and classic brewing techniques.

Our German Beer Recipe Kits include both extract and all-grain options, developed by SoCal Brewing Supply and our brewing collaborators. Many of these recipes are award-winning, ensuring authentic and high-quality results. Fermentation temperatures vary by style, with lagers typically fermenting in the low-to-mid 50s°F, while ales like Hefeweizens and Kölschs thrive in the mid-60s°F range.

Popular styles include Pilsner, a crisp and refreshing lager with floral hop character; Helles, a smooth, malt-forward golden lager; and Dunkel, a dark Munich lager with rich caramel and toasted bread notes. Other classic German styles include Bock and its variations, such as Doppelbock and Maibock, as well as Kölsch, a hybrid ale-lager from Cologne with a dry, delicate finish. Weissbier and Hefeweizen feature distinctive banana and clove yeast character, while Schwarzbier offers a dark, roasty alternative with a smooth lager finish.

Each kit includes authentic German malts, hops, and yeast strains, along with step-by-step instructions to help you brew a traditional German beer with depth, balance, and precision.