Beerenol is a playful, alternative-process B&W film developer made using beer as the activating liquid. Despite its chaotic reputation, it produces surprisingly beautiful negatives with soft grain, gentle contrast, and a unique tonal curve you won’t get from standard chemistry.
This mix gives you all the dry ingredients you need — just add beer and water. Perfect for experimentation, gift-giving, or anyone who wants to explore the creative side of film chemistry.
What’s Included
Pre-measured Beerenol dry developer mix
Step-by-step instructions
Recommended beer types + dilution notes
Film development times + tips for consistency
Great For
Alternative-process lovers
Creative experiments + “just for fun” rolls
Small-space / apartment developing
Anyone who wants to say “I developed my film in beer” and actually mean it
Film Compatibility
Works well with many classic B&W emulsions, including:
Ilford HP5, Kentmere 100/400, Kodak Tri-X, Foma films, Arista EDU, and more. (T-grain films may require adjusted times.)
Yield
Makes enough working developer for 1–2 rolls, depending on beer choice and tank size.
Just add beer, mix gently, and let the magic happen — no darkroom required.
Beerenol is a playful, alternative-process B&W film developer made using beer as the activating liquid. Despite its chaotic reputation, it produces surprisingly beautiful negatives with soft grain, gentle contrast, and a unique tonal curve you won’t get from standard chemistry.
This mix gives you all the dry ingredients you need — just add beer and water. Perfect for experimentation, gift-giving, or anyone who wants to explore the creative side of film chemistry.
What’s Included
Pre-measured Beerenol dry developer mix
Step-by-step instructions
Recommended beer types + dilution notes
Film development times + tips for consistency
Great For
Alternative-process lovers
Creative experiments + “just for fun” rolls
Small-space / apartment developing
Anyone who wants to say “I developed my film in beer” and actually mean it
Film Compatibility
Works well with many classic B&W emulsions, including:
Ilford HP5, Kentmere 100/400, Kodak Tri-X, Foma films, Arista EDU, and more. (T-grain films may require adjusted times.)
Yield
Makes enough working developer for 1–2 rolls, depending on beer choice and tank size.
Just add beer, mix gently, and let the magic happen — no darkroom required.
