Topic: Equipment
Temperature Controllers
FREEOne of the most important processes to control in your homebrewery is the temperature of your wort and beer. Here is a rundown on temperature controllers.
Electric Homebrew: Go gas free
MEMBERS ONLYThere are more than a few ways to brew a beer, and one of those ways is with an all-electric homebrewery. if you are considering moving away from propane, take some advice from two dedicated all-electric homebrewers.
Cask Ale
FREEToday, we are used to having ice cold, crystal clear, fizzy beer dispensed from a pressurized keg on demand, whether in a bar or at home. But not that long ago, most
Propane vs. Electric: What are the considerations?
FREEWith the rising popularity of brewing with electric power, the homebrewing world has seen new options abound. In many cases though, propane may still be a brewer’s best option. Learn the pros and cons of each heating method.
Power Your Propane Burner: Run your flames on a simple switch
MEMBERS ONLYCreating a safe and consistent flame that you can switch on and off with a toggle switch can be achieved with some modifications to your burner. Learn how one brewer made it happen.
Fundamentals of Stainless Steel Conicals
FREEConical fermenters provide a lot of options for homebrewers that other fermentation vessels don’t. Explore the various uses, benefits, and best practices of stainless conicals from the man who helped popularize them in the homebrew market two decades ago.
Heat Shield: Retain that wasted energy
MEMBERS ONLYAn engineer sat down to create the ideal heat shield to make best use of his newly designed kettle burner stand, maximizing the heat from his propane burner.
Maximizing Your Pressure-Rated Conical
FREEThanks for the question from down under, Terry! Although the fermenter you describe is pressure rated and has a conical bottom, you can use it as you normally do with your carboys.
The Modular Worterator: Post-boil brew day needs in one unit
MEMBERS ONLYLast issue we brought you the all-in-one homebrewery cleaning system. In this issue we have for you the all-in-one post-boil system — whirlpool, filter, chill, and aerate your wort with the Worterator.
DIY Electric Brewing
MEMBERS ONLYMany homebrewers start their adventure with the kitchen stove or a turkey fryer pot and propane burner, coupled with a cooler converted into a mash tun. It worked for Charlie Papazian, it worked for John Palmer, and it has worked for thousands of homebrewers across the country. These systems are often cobbled together from this,
Homebrew Glycol System Comparison
MEMBERS ONLYEveryone who brews beer knows that fermentation temperature control is one of the most critical aspects to consistent, flawless beer. When the fermentation temperature gets too warm, off flavors are sure to follow. Even if you have a cool spot in the house, daily temperature swings during fermentation can still wreak havoc on beer flavor.
Pumped Up!
MEMBERS ONLYMy pump trolley and re-cycle back Most homebrewers start out small. A pot and Igloo cooler, some ball valves, basic hoses and barb fittings, a torpedo mesh for their mash, and an immersion chiller are the totality of the homebrewing equipment many all-grain brewers start the hobby off with. Once you become more comfortable brewing,