Sour

Sour beer kits create deliberately tart beer styles, often combined with fruit flavours. Availability can be limited, so this page provides related brewing options and preparation guidance while dedicated sour kits are awaiting restock.

Planning a sour-style brew

• Check current beer kits: Browse the full beer-kit range for returning sour products and other specialty styles.
• Fruit-led alternatives: Our cider kits include several tart and fruit-forward options.
• Use the specified yeast: Check the beer yeast range only if a sour recipe calls for a separate compatible strain.
• Clean carefully: Use appropriate products from our brewing consumables before and after fermentation.

Follow the dedicated kit or recipe method rather than trying to sour a standard beer by guesswork. Confirm the culture, temperature, equipment and packaging requirements before starting, as sour-beer processes can differ considerably.