Light Craft Lager 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
Light Craft Lager 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
Light Craft Lager 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
Light Craft Lager 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit

Light Craft Lager 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit

$42.50
This Light Craft Lager 5 Gallon beer recipe kit helps you brew a clean, crisp American-style light lager with subtle malt character, gentle hop balance, and a refreshing finish, ready to drink in about four weeks.
  • Makes 5 gallons (approximately 48–54 bottles) of Light Craft Lager
  • Ready to drink in about 4 weeks
  • American-style light lager
  • Fermented with traditional lager yeast and classic hops

✅ Beginner-friendly with step-by-step brewing support

The Light Craft Lager is a crisp, easy-drinking American-style lager with a light malt backbone and a clean finish. Biscuity pilsner-style malts provide subtle grain character, while restrained hopping keeps the beer balanced and refreshing.

Saaz hops contribute gentle spice, and Mt. Hood hops add light floral aroma, creating a smooth lager that’s flavorful without being heavy.

This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Light Craft Lager at home:

  • 6.25 lb Pilsen Dry Malt Extract
  • Saaz (Bittering) Hop Packet
  • Saaz & Mt. Hood (Flavor) Hop Packet
  • Saaz & Mt. Hood (Aroma) Hop Packet
  • Specialty Grains
  • Grain Steeping Bag
  • Step-by-step instruction sheet with temperature control techniques and tips for brewing a crisp lager
  • Your choice of yeast (dry yeast, liquid yeast, or no yeast if you have your own)

Note: Brewing equipment is not included. This kit is designed for brewers who already own a 5-gallon brewing setup.

Brewing your Light Craft Lager focuses on clean fermentation and balance:

  • Brew: Steep specialty grains, boil the wort, and add hops
  • Ferment: Ferment with lager yeast for a clean, crisp profile
  • Condition: Allow the beer to finish and clarify
  • Enjoy: Ready to drink in about 4 weeks

This process delivers a smooth, highly drinkable lager without requiring advanced equipment or complex temperature control.

This recipe kit is ideal for:

  • Brewers with 5-gallon brewing equipment
  • Fans of crisp, easy-drinking lagers
  • Homebrewers new to lager styles
  • Drinkers who prefer light-bodied beers with subtle hop character

Because it ferments cleanly across a wider temperature range, this kit is a great choice for brewers who want classic lager flavor without complicated setups.

  • Batch Size: 5 gallons
  • ABV: ~5.5%
  • Style: American Light Lager
  • Bitterness: Low
  • Color: Pale straw
  • Yeast: Lager yeast

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Light Craft Lager 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
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What You'll Brew

Light Craft Lager (Light Lager–Style Beer)

A clean, crisp Light Craft Lager with subtle malt sweetness and gentle floral spice from classic noble-style hops. Expect a smooth, easy-drinking body with low bitterness and a refreshing finish that highlights balance over boldness. This beer delivers classic lager character without heavy alcohol or intense hop bite.

What's Inside the Light Craft Lager 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit

This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Light Craft Lager at home:

  • 6.25 lb Pilsen Dry Malt Extract
  • Saaz (Bittering) Hop Packet
  • Saaz & Mt. Hood (Flavor) Hop Packet
  • Saaz & Mt. Hood (Aroma) Hop Packet
  • Specialty Grains
  • Grain Steeping Bag
  • Step-by-step instruction sheet with temperature control techniques and tips for brewing a crisp lager
  • Your choice of yeast (dry yeast, liquid yeast, or no yeast if you have your own)

Note: Brewing equipment is not included. This kit is designed for brewers who already own a 5-gallon brewing setup.

Make Your Next Batch with the Light Craft Lager Beer Recipe Kit

Brewing your own Light Craft Lager at home lets you experience the process behind one of the most refreshing beer styles. This kit walks you through creating a clean, balanced lager using traditional ingredients and a forgiving fermentation approach. It’s a hands-on way to brew a beer that’s simple, satisfying, and endlessly drinkable.

Easy Steps to Making Light Craft Lager Beer

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. This is a recipe kit that includes ingredients only. Brewing equipment is sold separately.

No. This beer is lightly hopped to keep the focus on clean malt flavor and drinkability.

No. It finishes crisp and dry without lingering sweetness.

This beer is typically ready to drink in about four weeks.

Yes, for brewers who already have equipment. The process is straightforward and forgiving.

Yes. This Light Craft Lager recipe is available year-round.

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