Can anyone tell me where I can get a good priced 19ltr pot to do a bit of maxi-biab please?
Cheers
Mase
Post #2 made 11 years ago
Or do people think I should get a bigger pot and just biab? If that's the case what size pot and from where?
Mase
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Post #3 made 11 years ago
SniperSunset, where are you located, Aluminum Kettles/Stockpot or Stainless steel are available in Homebrew Stores, and Kitchen/restaurant Supply reatilers.
A 40L pot, does not cost twice a 19l in most pasts of America, and 70L pot cost just More$$$$
A 40L pot, does not cost twice a 19l in most pasts of America, and 70L pot cost just More$$$$
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Post #5 made 11 years ago
SniperSunset,
Update:
Please check this post 40L Buffulo Boiler: http://www.biabrewer.info/viewtopic.php ... 119#p46528
And check this thread about Pot size http://www.biabrewer.info/viewtopic.php?f=67&t=2892
I do not know about shipping Costs to the UK
But the US Amazon has a Bayou Classic 1044 44-Quart Stainless-Steel Stockpot at a good price around 70-80 pounds
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VXHKMC
Update:
Please check this post 40L Buffulo Boiler: http://www.biabrewer.info/viewtopic.php ... 119#p46528
And check this thread about Pot size http://www.biabrewer.info/viewtopic.php?f=67&t=2892
I do not know about shipping Costs to the UK
But the US Amazon has a Bayou Classic 1044 44-Quart Stainless-Steel Stockpot at a good price around 70-80 pounds
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VXHKMC
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Post #6 made 11 years ago
There are a lot of issues to consider here SS,
1. How regularly do you want to brew?
2. How much beer do you want to produce each brew day?
3. Where will you be brewing? (Indoors/outdoors? If outdoors, in a garage or shed or in an exposed area?)
4. How much does gas cost in your area? Is it piped in or would you need cylinders? If so, what do they cost?
5. If electric brewing indoors, where will you brew so as the steam is exhausted?
6. What's your budget?
These are a few things to let us know about.
Full volume BIAB is definitely superior to diluting and/or sparging so aim for that if you can.
PP
1. How regularly do you want to brew?
2. How much beer do you want to produce each brew day?
3. Where will you be brewing? (Indoors/outdoors? If outdoors, in a garage or shed or in an exposed area?)
4. How much does gas cost in your area? Is it piped in or would you need cylinders? If so, what do they cost?
5. If electric brewing indoors, where will you brew so as the steam is exhausted?
6. What's your budget?
These are a few things to let us know about.
Full volume BIAB is definitely superior to diluting and/or sparging so aim for that if you can.
PP
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Post #7 made 11 years ago
Hi Mase, i have a 40l buffalo and i love it. I bought mine from Nisbetts a few years ago (Ireland). I like the convenience of electric. I brew standard brew lengths 19 to 23 litre batches. You can brew indoors with electric but itll generate a lot if steam so best done outside or in a shed.
Post #8 made 11 years ago
1- I want to build a stock of a few different beers up then brew 2-3 times a month, depending on how quick the stocks deplete.
2 - 19-23lt
3 -Most likely indoors as I have no she'd/garage, got a garden so if the weather is good can be outside
4 - Mains gas, don't know what it would cost as I've never had all four gas rings on for 90 mins
5 - in the kitchen which has good ventilation.
6 - Minimal
2 - 19-23lt
3 -Most likely indoors as I have no she'd/garage, got a garden so if the weather is good can be outside
4 - Mains gas, don't know what it would cost as I've never had all four gas rings on for 90 mins
5 - in the kitchen which has good ventilation.
6 - Minimal
Post #9 made 11 years ago
SS depending on what your budget is( I know you said minimal) you want to go as big as you can afford . It just depends on your batch sizes.
I started with a 19l pot and doing maxi-biab. While this works it has been a real pain in the rear. I have been looking at a 56l pot so I will be able to do 19l to 28l batches . The bigger pot also lowers the brew day time.
I brew outdoors under my back porch and use cylinders of propane.
Joe
I started with a 19l pot and doing maxi-biab. While this works it has been a real pain in the rear. I have been looking at a 56l pot so I will be able to do 19l to 28l batches . The bigger pot also lowers the brew day time.
I brew outdoors under my back porch and use cylinders of propane.
Joe
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Post #10 made 11 years ago
I like the look of those buffalo boilers that Joshua mentioned. Not the cheapest option, but I think that could work for me.
Post #11 made 11 years ago
Snipersunset,
I agree with both jhough and PistolPatch. You want to go as big as you can in your situation, however plan before you buy. There are several things that need to be considered (PP hit on the big ones) before you invest in equipment. It sucks when you spend a bunch of money, then realize the equipment is not right for your particular situation.
I don't know how much reading you have done on BIABrewer.info. I see you just joined a week ago...me just a week before that. However, there are a lot of brewer's personal experiences that folks have shared. Read up and use someone else's experiences (mistakes) to prevent making your own.
With as much brewing as you intend to do, you may want to compare the costs of the different fuels you have available to you. Here is a link that may help you get started. It compares prices based upon kilowatt-hour. I know this is getting into the weeds, but if your budget is minimal and you are going to be brewing several times per month...you may want to compare. I have never brewed with electricity...only with propane. I use a 20 pound propane bottle and it lasts me about 4 brews. It costs me $14.00 US to fill the bottle, so I pay $3.50 per brew.
Maybe someone else out there has done some figuring for electric prices as well. Just keep in mind that if you move away from the stove top, you are going to incur additional costs for equipment. If you decide to start with the stovetop, whatever kettle you get will transition to a propane/gas setup.
Fuel price comparison: http://www.confusedaboutenergy.co.uk/in ... QFzlU90xto
Power converson website: http://www.rapidtables.com/calc/electri ... ulator.htm
Good luck and let us know which way you go with this.
OldGoat
I agree with both jhough and PistolPatch. You want to go as big as you can in your situation, however plan before you buy. There are several things that need to be considered (PP hit on the big ones) before you invest in equipment. It sucks when you spend a bunch of money, then realize the equipment is not right for your particular situation.
I don't know how much reading you have done on BIABrewer.info. I see you just joined a week ago...me just a week before that. However, there are a lot of brewer's personal experiences that folks have shared. Read up and use someone else's experiences (mistakes) to prevent making your own.
With as much brewing as you intend to do, you may want to compare the costs of the different fuels you have available to you. Here is a link that may help you get started. It compares prices based upon kilowatt-hour. I know this is getting into the weeds, but if your budget is minimal and you are going to be brewing several times per month...you may want to compare. I have never brewed with electricity...only with propane. I use a 20 pound propane bottle and it lasts me about 4 brews. It costs me $14.00 US to fill the bottle, so I pay $3.50 per brew.
Maybe someone else out there has done some figuring for electric prices as well. Just keep in mind that if you move away from the stove top, you are going to incur additional costs for equipment. If you decide to start with the stovetop, whatever kettle you get will transition to a propane/gas setup.
Fuel price comparison: http://www.confusedaboutenergy.co.uk/in ... QFzlU90xto
Power converson website: http://www.rapidtables.com/calc/electri ... ulator.htm
Good luck and let us know which way you go with this.
OldGoat
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Post #12 made 11 years ago
Some good advice to consider snipersunset.
I was a Buffalo user (40L) for 2 to 3 years, and don't regret it even now. See my thread here
I eventually upgraded to an 80L custom kettle, see thread here.
It's ultimately your choice though, just read up & make an informed decision that suits your circumstances.
I was a Buffalo user (40L) for 2 to 3 years, and don't regret it even now. See my thread here
I eventually upgraded to an 80L custom kettle, see thread here.
It's ultimately your choice though, just read up & make an informed decision that suits your circumstances.
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