Black Rock Brewing

05/10/2026

What better to pair your NZ Made Black Rock kits with than NZ made Froth Technologies yeast!

Our b**r line up at this years Dunedin Craft B**r & Food Festival will feature Froth yeast heavily.

Look out for the tasty b**rs, brand new recipes for them and good times 27th & 28th November at Forsyth Barr Stadium

Your local home brew stores are restocked with fresh Froth Tech liquid yeast pouches. Get those brews on now, ready for warmer thirsty weather. You can't beat fresh, local ingredients.

- League of Brewers ()
- All Things Fermented ()
- Brew Shop (.co.nz)
- Dunedin Malthouse

Remember to tag in your brew day photos so we can see your brews in action. 🍻

05/10/2026

Recipe of the Week!
Black Rock Fruity Pale Ale
Includes:
• 1x Black Rock Brewing Classic Pale Ale
• 1x Premium Blend
• 1x Mangrove Jacks Hop Blends Fruity
• 1x Fermentis By Lesaffre US05 American Ale Yeast (In addition to yeast under the lid)

(On day 5 of fermentation, add the bag of Mangrove Jack’s Fruity hops, Ideally add inside a hop bag)

Only fill up to 22 Litre mark for this recipe

Approx. 4.6% ABV

Only $50.95 for this recipe :)

Come see us at Shop 2-108 Church Street for this recipe plus many more!

24/09/2026

🚨🍻 BLACK ROCK RECIPE OF THE WEEK 🍻🚨

🍻🍻 Black Rock Ginger Red Ale 🍻🍻

🔥 Malty. Spiced. Next-level brewing.

⚙️ Partial Mash Recipe:
This recipe steps things up with a partial mash—combining real grain mashing with extract for added depth, body, and flavour.

👀 Appearance:
Deep amber to red with brilliant clarity and a creamy off-white head. Rich and vibrant in the glass.

👃 Aroma:
Warm and inviting. Fresh ginger spice layered over caramel malt, with hints of citrus and pine from late hop additions.

😋 Taste:
Complex and balanced. Rich malt depth from Vienna and specialty grains is complemented by a smooth ginger warmth. Citrus and tropical hop notes from Amarillo, Simcoe, and Citra add brightness and balance.

👄 Mouthfeel:
Medium-bodied with a smooth, rounded texture. The partial mash process enhances body and mouthfeel, giving it a fuller, more crafted finish.

🏁 Finish:
Clean with lingering ginger spice, soft malt sweetness, and a gentle hop bitterness.

💯 Overall Impression:
A bold red ale with a twist—combining layered malt complexity, fresh ginger character, and modern hop additions. Perfect for brewers ready to step into partial mash and take their brewing to the next level.

👇 Keen to brew this one?

https://www.blackrock.co.nz/recipes/black-rock-ginger-red-ale-

📦 Grab your ingredients from your local Home Brew Shop

🌍 Brewed worldwide. 🇳🇿 Proudly NZ made.

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17/09/2026

🚨🍻 BLACK ROCK RECIPE OF THE WEEK 🍻🚨

🍻🍻🇳🇿 Riwaka Pilsner 🍻🍻

🔥 Crisp. Zesty. Hop-forward.

👀 Appearance:
Pale straw to light gold with brilliant clarity and a tight white head. Bright, clean, and refreshing in the glass.

👃 Aroma:
Fresh and vibrant. Citrus, passionfruit, and subtle tropical notes jump out, driven by a generous Riwaka dry hop.

😋 Taste:
Crisp and refreshing with a clean malt backbone. Bright citrus and tropical fruit lead, supported by a smooth bitterness that keeps it balanced and highly drinkable.

👄 Mouthfeel:
Light to medium-bodied with a smooth, crisp texture. Clean and refreshing with lively carbonation.

🏁 Finish:
Dry and snappy with lingering citrus and a clean hop-driven edge.

💯 Overall Impression:
A modern NZ pilsner built around Riwaka hops—delivering bright citrus, tropical character, and crisp refreshment. Clean, balanced, and perfect for warm days or easy sessions.

👇 Keen to brew this one?

https://www.blackrock.co.nz/recipes/riwaka-pilsner

📦 Grab your ingredients from your local Home Brew Shop

🌍 Brewed worldwide. 🇳🇿 Proudly NZ made.

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17/09/2026

See ya's there!!

14/09/2026

🚨Pierre From Simple Home Brew is back with another brew. 🍺

This time he's attempted a Oktoberfest brew using Black Rock.

As Pierre says during the video: "Black Rock is the pinnacle of extract b**r, second to none" 🥇

We think that about sums up the dedication and effort we put into every kit, to ensure our brewers get the best out of our products, no matter if it's your first ever brew, or brew number 32647......

Cheers Pierre, and we look forward to the full tasting video in October.

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10/09/2026

🚨🍻 BLACK ROCK RECIPE OF THE WEEK 🍻🚨

🍻🍻 Schwarzwälder Cherry Chocolate Milk Stout 🍻🍻

🔥 Rich. Decadent. Dessert in a glass.

⚙️ Partial Mash Recipe:
This recipe takes things to the next level—combining a full grain mash with extract to build depth, body, and a true dessert stout profile.

👀 Appearance:
Deep black with ruby highlights and a thick, creamy tan head. Dark, dense, and luxurious in the glass.

👃 Aroma:
Indulgent and layered. Rich chocolate and roasted malt lead, followed by sweet cherry and subtle cocoa notes.

😋 Taste:
Full and complex. Deep chocolate and roast form the base, layered with creamy sweetness from lactose and a burst of cherry character that brings that classic Black Forest flavour.

👄 Mouthfeel:
Medium to full-bodied with a smooth, velvety texture. Creamy, rich, and built for slow sipping.

🏁 Finish:
Long and satisfying with lingering chocolate, soft cherry sweetness, and a gentle roasted edge.

💯 Overall Impression:
A Black Forest gâteau-inspired milk stout that brings chocolate, cherry, and creamy sweetness together in one indulgent brew. Rich, balanced, and a true competition-winning showpiece.

👇 Keen to brew this one?

https://www.blackrock.co.nz/recipes/schwarzw%C3%A4lder-cherry-chocolate-milk-stout-

📦 Grab your ingredients from your local Home Brew Shop

🌍 Brewed worldwide. 🇳🇿 Proudly NZ made.

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07/09/2026

07/09/2026

Recipe of the Week!
Black Rock Jaffa Milk Stout
Includes:
• 2x Black Rock Brewing Stout
• 1x 500g Lactose (only need 400g for this recipe)
• 1x Hay’s Half & Half Cordial (Only need 200ml for this recipe) Hay's Cordial
• 1x 100g Cacao Nibs (from the supermarket)
• 1x Vanilla Pod (from the supermarket)
• 1x Safale US05 Yeast

(On the 5th day of fermentation add the Cacao nibs into a hop bag, also add in the cordial and split vanilla bean)

Only fill up to 20 Litre mark for this recipe

Approx. 5.2% ABV

Only $71.50 for this recipe :)

Come see us at Shop 2-108 Church Street Hamlyn Heights for this recipe plus many more!

03/09/2026

🚨🍻 BLACK ROCK RECIPE OF THE WEEK 🍻🚨

🍻🍻 The Rock II APA 🍻🍻

🔥 Bigger. Bolder. Hop-layered.

👀 Appearance:
Golden with a light haze and a bright white head. Fresh, vibrant, and hop-forward.

👃 Aroma:
Complex and expressive. Citrus, tropical fruit, and pine leap out, layered with subtle floral notes from a powerful hop blend.

😋 Taste:
Bold and balanced. Juicy citrus and tropical fruit lead, backed by pine and light resin. A clean malt base keeps everything smooth while allowing the layered hops to shine.

👄 Mouthfeel:
Medium-bodied with a smooth, rounded texture. Clean fermentation enhances hop clarity without adding heaviness.

🏁 Finish:
Crisp and slightly dry with lingering citrus, pine, and a firm, refreshing bitterness.

💯 Overall Impression:
A next-level American Pale Ale built around a complex hop bill. Bigger, more layered, and more expressive than a standard APA—perfect for brewers looking to push their hop game further.

👇 Keen to brew this one?

https://www.blackrock.co.nz/recipes/the-rock-ii-apa-

📦 Grab your ingredients from your local Home Brew Shop

🌍 Brewed worldwide. 🇳🇿 Proudly NZ made.

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