Mr. Beer – Homebrewing Subscription Box

What's in the box: A typical kit includes brewing equipment plus pre-measured beer ingredients and step-by-step instructions, but no bottles.

Mr. Beer has sold home brewing gear since 1993 and calls its setup America's number one homebrewing system. The main selling point is simplicity. Beginner kits come with pre-measured ingredients and step-by-step instructions, so a first-timer can mix, brew, bottle and enjoy a batch without learning advanced techniques. Complete Beer Making Kits come in styles such as Oktoberfest Lager, Golden Ale, Northwest Pale Ale and Bewitched Amber Ale and are listed at $69.95. A Complete Bonus kit costs $79.95. The starter kits include everything except bottles, so you will need to buy those separately. Once you own the equipment, the store sells refills, recipes, ingredients and extra gear, and it now carries a Coopers DIY line. If you want a true recurring box, be aware that the site does not clearly state subscription terms, delivery frequency or cancellation rules. It works more like a refill shop you come back to than an automatic monthly plan. Shipping is free on orders over $99. The kits are built on malt extract, which trades some control and depth of flavor for convenience. That suits beginners well, but experienced brewers may want more. Overall it is a sensible, low-stress way to start home brewing, with plenty of recipes to try after your first batch.