Bock Extract Beer Recipe Kits

Bock Extract Beer Recipe Kits bring the deep, malty richness of traditional German lagers into your home brewery. Our bock beer recipes celebrate bold malt flavors with a smooth, clean finish, which are perfect for cooler months or anytime you want something with a little more depth. From approachable Spring Bocks to powerful Dopplebocks, this style offers options for every skill level, including ale-fermented versions that don’t require cold fermentation.

Our bock extract beer kits are a great fit for beginner and intermediate brewers using just about any home brew kit. If you need gear, check out our beer-making equipment kits — they pair perfectly with all recipes we sell. Every beer recipe kit we offer is hand made fresh to your order, one at a time, and comes complete with everything you need to brew a great-tasting beer at home.

What is a Bock?

Bock is a traditional German-style lager known for its rich malt flavor, medium to high strength, and smooth finish. Originally brewed for spring festivals and religious observances, bocks showcase caramel, toasty, and sometimes dark fruit notes. They're malt-forward and lower in hop bitterness.

What are the different types of Bocks?

There are several types of Bocks: Traditional Bock (malty and full-bodied), Maibock (paler and hoppier for spring), Dopplebock (stronger, richer), and Eisbock (ultra-potent and smooth, made by freezing). Each has its own twist, but all emphasize clean lager fermentation and rich malt.

Are Bocks lagers?

Yes, traditionally. Most bocks are lagers, fermented with cold-loving yeast strains. That said, ale versions can be brewed for convenience, especially by homebrewers without temperature control.

Can I brew a Bock as an ale?

You can! Some recipes are adapted with clean-fermenting ale yeast to make them easier to brew at home. Try our Mud In Your Eye Spring Bock Ale. It delivers smooth malt character without needing a dedicated lagering setup.

Want a rich, malty Bock without the fuss of cold fermentation? Mud In Your Eye uses ale yeast for smooth, full-bodied results. It’s the perfect springtime alternative to traditional lager bocks.

What are the strongest Bocks called?

The strongest style of Bock is called a Dopplebock. These brews are higher in alcohol (often 7%–10%), with deep malt complexity and a smooth, warming finish. Perfect for sipping slowly or aging.

Pro Tip: Want to brew a true heavyweight? Terminator Dopplebock clocks in at a massive 9% ABV with a velvety malt backbone that only gets better with age.

What food pairs well with Bocks?

Bocks love hearty pairings: roasted meats, sausages, or nutty cheeses. And if you're skipping dinner, they also pair well with long thoughts about goats and lederhosen, or perhaps that's your hallucination after tipping back a few dopplebocks!