Black Abyss Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer Recipe Kit

Name: Black Abyss Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer Recipe Kit
Brand: Craft a Brew
SKU: RK-SCHW
Price: 20.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

$20.00

A smooth, crisp Schwarzbier with balanced roast character and a clean, dry finish.

German for “black beer,” Schwarzbier is a traditional dark lager known for its drinkability and refinement. Unlike stouts, it delivers roasted depth without heaviness or aggressive bitterness. This Black Abyss Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer Recipe Kit showcases smooth roasted barley and chocolate malt character, supported by noble Hallertau hops.

With moderate bitterness and a lighter body than a Dunkel, this lager remains crisp and highly drinkable. Proper fermentation under lager conditions enhances clarity and reinforces the style’s clean finish.

Black Abyss Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer Recipe Kit

$20.00

What You'll Brew

Black Abyss Schwarzbier (Dark German Lager)

A crisp, clean black lager layered with smooth roasted malt and subtle chocolate notes. Expect a dry, refreshing finish balanced by noble Hallertau hops that provide gentle bitterness and light herbal character.

Brewed at approximately 4.5–5% ABV, this lager delivers dark color and malt complexity without the heaviness of a stout.

What's Inside the Black Abyss Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer Recipe Kit

This 1 gallon Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer Recipe Kit includes all the ingredients to brew a German classic:

1.25 lb Pilsen Dry Malt Extract
Hallertau (Bittering) Hops Packet
Hallertau (Flavor & Aroma) Hops Packet
Steeping Grains, including Roasted Barley, Chocolate Malt & Black Prinz
Lager Yeast Packet
Sanitizer Packet
Grain Steeping Bag

Make Your Next Batch with the Schwarzbier Beer Recipe Kit

Already have one of our 1 gallon starter kits? For your next batch, make your own Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer! This recipe kit is an easy ingredient refill for your carboy and includes everything you need for fermentation—just add equipment. Not sure how to make Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer at home? Our Guide to Craft Brewing walks you through every step, from steeping to bottling. DIY Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer is ready to enjoy in about 4 weeks and finishes crisp, clean, and roasty with a 4.9% ABV.

Easy Steps to Making Schwarzbier Beer

Our Schwarzbier Dark German Lager Beer recipe kit is beginner friendly and easy for new brewers. Our simple brewing process yields a German classic in 4 short weeks.

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New to homebrewing or want extra confidence on brew day? Our Guide to Craft Brewing walks you through every step of the process—from brewing and fermentation to bottling and conditioning. It’s written in plain language and designed to help you brew great beer on your very first batch.

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