Independent family-owned brewery, Coopers, has expanded its range of DIY brewing extracts to include two new products, Ginger Beer and Apple Cider.
One of the world’s largest manufacturers and exporters of DIY brewing kits, Coopers began producing its 20 litre “bag in a box” wort packs in the early 1970’s, when legislation was changed to allow brewing at home.
The new extracts offer a greater range of opportunities for budget conscious homebrewers and hobbyists to create their own bevvies, ready to drink within three weeks from primary fermentation.
Coopers brewing products marketing manager, Scott Harris, said using the brewing kit at home can make a great tasting Coopers Ginger Beer and Apple Cider for less than $1 a stubbie.
“These two new extracts are in response to feedback we’ve received from customers wanting more variety in their DIY brewing options. Our DIY ales, lagers and stout continue to be extremely popular but homebrewers have also been asking for an alternative to beer,” said Harris.
“Ginger beer is one of the strongest growing drink styles in Australia with consumption having tripled in size over the past five years, while apple is the most popular flavour among cider drinkers. Australian made with all natural flavours, our DIY Ginger Beer and Apple Cider are sure to appeal to existing and first-time brewers. Like all Coopers DIY Beer, both are very easy to brew. Just mix, brew, bottle and enjoy.
“It can also be five times cheaper to brew at home. So, at a time when household budgets are squeezed, there’s now more options to enjoy great tasting drinks and save money,” he said.
Available in a pouch-style pack, the 500g Ginger Beer or Apple Cider extract makes 10 litres and can be brewed in any Coopers DIY Beer kits. They are now available at DIYBeer.com or instore at Big W and select Dan Murphy’s stores.
