Topic: Equipment
Power Your Propane Burner: Run your flames on a simple switch
Creating 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
Conical 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
An 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
Thanks 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
An all-in-one post-boil system — whirlpool, filter, chill, and aerate your wort with the Worterator.
DIY Electric Brewing
The benefits of electric brewing are plenty, but there is also a steep learning curve if you plan to build your own electric system. Before you jump into your next big DIY, take the time to plan everything out using our advice. The time (and money) you save from doing it correctly the first time will pay off!
Homebrew Glycol System Comparison
Everyone 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
Pumped Up!
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
A Deep Dive Into The Dynamics of Glycol Chillers
Your question brings up several interesting points that could be expanded into deep dives into topics that most homebrewers would not find very useful, so I will avoid spending too much time
Wort Chilling
One of the first challenges a new brewer runs into is how to chill their boiling hot wort down to room temperature to pitch the yeast. I recall filling the bathtub with
Design a Homebrew Bar
You’ve been brewing for a few years, perhaps have your kegging system down pat and are confident in your ability to nail beer styles. What’s next? If you have time, some spare
Water Control System: Making the most of a float switch
A float switch can be a beautiful addition to any homebrewery. Learn about one homebrewer’s water control system that helps him achieve three goals during his brew day.
