Brew a Crisp, Refreshing Australian-Style Lager at Home
Brew one of Australia's most popular home brew lagers with Morgan's Blue Mountain Lager 1.7kg. This premium hopped malt extract kit produces a clean, refreshing lager with a light golden colour, gentle hop aroma and smooth finish, making it an excellent choice for both first-time brewers and experienced home brewers. Morgan's describes it as a pale, refreshing lager with a light, pleasing hop bouquet and an approximate colour of 7.4 EBC when brewed to 23 litres.
Made in Australia using premium two-row malt and quality hops, Blue Mountain Lager is one of Border Brewing's best-selling beer kits because it consistently produces an easy-drinking beer that's perfect for barbecues, warm afternoons and everyday enjoyment.
Whether you're using a basic brewing setup or upgrading with premium brewing ingredients, this kit provides an excellent foundation for brewing a crisp, pub-style lager at home.
Why You'll Love Morgan's Blue Mountain Lager
- Makes approximately 23 litres of beer
- Crisp Australian-style lager
- Light golden colour
- Gentle hop bouquet
- Smooth, refreshing finish
- Includes 7g brewing yeast beneath the lid
- Easy to brew
- Australian made
- Perfect for beginners and experienced brewers alike
What Does Blue Mountain Lager Taste Like?
Expect a beer with:
- Light golden colour
- Clean malt flavour
- Mild hop aroma
- Smooth bitterness
- Crisp finish
- Excellent drinkability
It's designed as a classic Australian-style lager that's refreshing rather than overly bitter or heavily hopped.
Perfect For
Blue Mountain Lager suits brewers looking for:
- Australian-style Lager
- Everyday drinking beer
- BBQ beer
- Summer lager
- Easy-drinking home brew
- First beer kit
- Session lager
Make It Even Better
Although excellent brewed as directed, many brewers like to upgrade their kit.
For an even better result, we recommend replacing ordinary brewing sugar with:
- Morgan's Master Malt Light
- Ultra Blend
- Brew Enhancer
- Light Dry Malt Extract
These additions improve:
- Body
- Mouthfeel
- Head retention
- Malt flavour
- Overall balance
Border Brewing Pro Tip
Want a more Premium lager?
Try:
- Morgan's Blue Mountain Lager
- 1kg Ultra Blend
- Ferment at 12°C-20°C with a quality lager yeast such as Novalager, SafLager W-34/70 or Diamond Lager.
- Cold condition for 2–4 weeks before serving
The result is a noticeably cleaner, smoother and more professional-tasting lager than brewing warm with the supplied yeast.
Dry Hop Upgrade
If you enjoy a little extra hop aroma, add:
- 20g Saaz
- 20g Hallertau Mittelfrüh
- 20g Tettnanger
during the final 3–4 days of fermentation.
You'll retain the crisp lager character while adding a fresh floral and spicy aroma.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Morgan's Brewing |
| Product | Blue Mountain Lager |
| Kit Size | 1.7kg |
| Makes | Approximately 23 Litres |
| Colour | 7.4 EBC |
| Yeast Included | Yes – 7g sachet (Extra Recommended) |
| Beer Style | Australian-style Lager |
| Origin | Australia |
Brewing Specifications
| Target | Approximate Value |
|---|---|
| Batch Size | 23L |
| ABV | Around 4.3–4.7% (depending on fermentables) |
| Colour | 7.4 EBC |
| Bitterness | Medium |
| Fermentation | 12–20°C depending on yeast |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes. Blue Mountain Lager is one of Morgan's easiest beer kits and is an excellent first brew.
How much beer does it make?
Approximately 23 litres, or around 60 × 375ml bottles.
Does it include yeast?
Yes. A 7g yeast sachet is supplied beneath the lid.Â
Can I improve the kit?
Absolutely.
Replacing brewing sugar with Ultra Blend, Brew Enhancer or malt extract produces noticeably better body, head retention and flavour.
Can I use a different yeast?
Yes.
Many experienced brewers upgrade to premium lager strains such as:
- Novalager
- SafLager W-34/70
- Diamond Lager
- S-189
if they have temperature-controlled fermentation.
Can I dry hop this beer?
Yes.
A small addition of noble hops like Saaz, Hallertau or Tettnanger works very well.
How long should I ferment?
Typically 10–14 days, depending on yeast strain and fermentation temperature.
Why Buy From Border Brewing?
When you purchase from Border Brewing Supplies you'll receive:
- Genuine Morgan's Brewing products
- Fresh Australian stock
- Fast Australia-wide shipping
- Click & Collect available
- Friendly brewing advice
- Everything you need to complete your brew in one order
Complete Your Brew
We recommend adding:
- Ultra Blend
- Morgan's Body Blend
- Brew Enhancer
- SafLager W-34/70
- Novalager
- Diamond Lager Yeast
- No-Rinse Sanitiser
- Carbonation Drops
- Hydrometer
- PET Bottles
These additions improve your finished beer and help create a more professional result.
Why Brew Your Own Lager?
Brewing your own lager gives you complete control over the finished beer. You can choose premium fermentables, upgrade the yeast, adjust bitterness with dry hops and fine-tune fermentation temperatures to produce a beer that rivals many commercial lagers.
Blue Mountain Lager is also one of the best-value beer kits available, producing around 23 litres of beer for a fraction of the cost of buying packaged beer.
