Category Archives: Brew Day

Hands On Review: Winco 4 Ounce Stainless Steel Portion Cups – for Brew Day Measuring & Samples

I’ve long been an advocate of using these sorts of portion cups for homebrew-related tasks. I’ve kept small (2 to 2.5 ounce) portion cups in my Brew Day Box for years. See: Hands On Review: Stainless Steel Portion Cups – for Brew Day Measuring & Samples for a review of those.

When I ran across these larger 4 ounce cups at a great price, I picked them up to use around my homebrewery.

These are generally intended for serving condiments and small amounts of food. Considering their size, materials and efficient design, they are also well suited for use on brew day and around the brewery.

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Winco SCP-40, 4-Ounce Stainless Steel Round Ramekin Condiment Sauce Cups, 1 Dozen Pack – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Half Gallon Commercial Rubbermaid Pitcher [up to 212 F] for Brew Day & Beyond – on sale for $11.84, save 63%

64 Ounce/Half Gallon Measuring Pitcher by Rubbermaid Commercial

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WET AND DRY: Easily measure out wet and/or dry ingredients for all of your baking and cooking needs
DURABLE: Break-Resistant polycarbonate withstands drops and spills, is commercial dishwasher safe
CRYSTAL CLEAR: Clear Construction ensures superior measurement visibility
HIGH TEMPERATURE RANGE: Versatile -40 to 212 degrees Fahrenheit temperature range
MESS-FREE POUR: Curved lip allows for easy mess-free pouring
COMFORTABLE GRIP: Handle provides comfortable grip for ease of use
NSF-Certified

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This is the half gallon version of the 1 gallon pitcher – Review – that I regularly use, especially on brew day. NSF Certified and food safe to 212 deg F.

12/19 5 PM Central: These are on sale for $11.84. That’s a whopping 63% off list. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Rubbermaid Commercial Bouncer Measuring Cup, 2-Quart, Clear, FG321700CLR – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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MaxGear Dry Erase Board ( for Tap List & Brew Day Planning)

Dry Erase Whiteboard

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DOUBLE-SIDED Dry Erase Board: Different from other mini whiteboards, MaxGear mini double-sided magnetic white board provides 2 blank sides, giving you plenty of room to write. More writing space allows you to have more projects going at the same time. You can post messages or notes with magnets on the small whiteboard as you want. Best for a Gift!
PREMIUM & DURABLE: MaxGear 14" x 11" double-sided Dry Erase Board is made of high-quality material, which is highly durable. The package includes a 14" x 11" writing board with a Black Dry Erase Marker with a magnetic Cap built-in Eraser, 1 removal pen holder you can stick anywhere you can get the pen more easily, and 4 pieces of double-sided tapes.
HANGING ROPE DESIGN: For the convenience of use, our small whiteboard has been upgraded. A hanging lanyard is added to the side of our whiteboard, which can be hung directly on the walls or shelves. Also, you can install it easily with double-sided tapes, no drilling is required even on clean surfaces. The 2 installation methods allow you to hang it horizontally or vertically as you like.
EASY TO WRITE and CLEAN: This small magnetic dry erase white board comes with smooth and scratch-resistant writing surfaces, so that you can write smoothly, and is easy to wipe clean without stains. After use, the marker can be put back into the pen holder or hung directly on the whiteboard surface by the magnetic strip on the pen cap. Very convenient to use.
PORTABLE & MULTI-USE: This 14"x11" dry erase board for students/teachers is portable and lightweight. Perfect size makes it easy to store and carry. It's reusable, a good choice for home, school, office, fridge, locker and homeschool etc. Best small whiteboard for for planning, drawing, memos, to-Do List and more.
AFTER SALE SERVICE: 12 months after sale service in case of any quality issues. Replacement service for damaged or defected items. Any questions, please feel free to contact us. We will handle it ASAP.

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You can use a dry erase board in your beer room or brewing area to list what’s on tap, what’s on deck. what’s aging, what’s fermenting etc. You could also use one of these boards to plan and track your brew day and boil additions.

MaxGear Double-Sided Small Dry Erase Board, 14″x11″ Mini Hanging Whiteboard, Dry Erase White Board with a Black Dry Erase Marker, Portable Whiteboard for Students – Planning, Drawing, Memo, to Do List – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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TWO x Kitchen Scissors (with bottle openers) on sale for $8.99, $4.50 each + Putting Together a Brew Day Box

All purpose kitchen scissors with built in bottle opener

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𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐩：ARCHIKING kitchen scissors are made of 100% food-grade stainless steel, ensuring durability and sharpness. They are strong, sturdy, and highly resistant to rust and corrosion. The included cover prevents accidents and ensures safe storage. These scissors are also portable and convenient for outdoor activities.
𝐊𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞:These utility scissors are widely used in home cooking or professional chef restaurants, whether you're processing food/chicken/bones/seafood/herbs, and brings added convenience to kitchen work. Perfect for cutting linen, paper, cardboard, light, fabric, tape, photos in everyday life.
𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞:The scissors has an integrated seamless design, the PP + TPR material handles, the cooking scissors has a comfortable to use, There is a nice big thumb hole and plenty of space for your fingers. easy to cut everything. Don’t hesitate- just buy them and you’ll never look back.
𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭-𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫&𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐫:The ARCHIKING kitchen scissors have micro-serrated blades for precise cutting, ideal for various kitchen tasks. The easy-grip handle includes a serrated section for opening bottles and cracking nuts quickly. Designed for both right and left-handed users, these sharp scissors provide a comfortable grip, making food preparation faster and more efficient.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 & 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞:Forever Guarantee, Great for gift. ARCHIKING pizza scissors work as good as the expensive ones. In case you receive defect items caused by delivery, please feel free to contact us

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Scissors are handy on brew day and beyond. I keep a quality pair of scissors in my Brew Day Box.

12/17 11 AM Central: These are on sale for $8.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Kitchen Shears Scissor & Cooking Scissors – Sharp Blades, Professional Stainless Steel Scissors for Food Meat Poultry Vegetable – Dishwasher Safe – All-Purpose Chef’s Tool…– affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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5 Pack x Utility Bus Tubs [Brew Day & Beyond]… $26.99, $5.40 each, near best price

5-Pack Commercial Bus Tubs Box/Tote Box, Plastic Storage with Handles, Wash Basin Tub 8 Liter (Gray)

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5 pack grey commercial plastic bus bathtub box: size 14.89 inch x 10.72 inch x 3.9 inch, capacity is 8L. Its size and capacity meet the needs of most families.
Gray plastic frozen Basin is made of strong and tough high-quality commercial plastic, non-toxic, odorless, safe and healthy. Large bearing capacity, long-term durability.
These commercial tote box unique stacked lugs design allows for easy and control of heavy load. The bottom grid is anti-skid and firmStrip, wear-resistant and fall resistant.
Our food service bus tubs are easy to use and easy to clean. It can be used for food, aquatic products, dishwashing, sorting and distribution, plate storage, vegetables and fruits storage and other purposes.
The basin is suitable for daily household use, product cleaning, restaurant and hotel service, orchard warehouse use, maintenance tool placement, etc. When it idle can be stack them each other, which can save space.

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Make sure the components you use are compatible and rated for your intended application. Contact manufacturer with questions about suitability or a specific application. Always read and follow manufacturer directions.

I use two similar bus tubs [Note: Mine are a different model from a different manufacturer and different specs] on brew day and I find them invaluable. I keep one below my March Pump setup. It catches drips and also offers a place to store wet items such as stirring spoons, mash paddles, my mash stirring whisk and my equally invaluable 1 gallon pitchers. I reserve the other tub for clean and dry items. Having two of these helps me keep dry/clean and wet/dirty items separate and means less lugging stuff around on brew day.

See: Bus Tubs for Brew Day & Beyond – Save Time and Effort When You Homebrew

Another potential use: ice down your favorite beverages for get-togethers.

12/15 10 AM Central: These are selling for just $26.99. That’s just $1 shy of the best historical third party Amazon price I found, notwithstanding Lightning Deals or coupons. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info – More About Prices

5-Pack Commercial Bus Tubs Box/Tote Box, Plastic Storage with Handles, Wash Basin Tub 8 Liter (Gray) – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Also: Rubbermaid Commercial Products FG335100BRN 7 1/8-Gallon Brown Undivided Bus/Utility Box

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Half Gallon Commercial Rubbermaid Pitcher [up to 212 F] for Brew Day & Beyond

64 Ounce/Half Gallon Measuring Pitcher by Rubbermaid Commercial

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WET AND DRY: Easily measure out wet and/or dry ingredients for all of your baking and cooking needs
DURABLE: Break-Resistant polycarbonate withstands drops and spills, is commercial dishwasher safe
CRYSTAL CLEAR: Clear Construction ensures superior measurement visibility
HIGH TEMPERATURE RANGE: Versatile -40 to 212 degrees Fahrenheit temperature range
MESS-FREE POUR: Curved lip allows for easy mess-free pouring
COMFORTABLE GRIP: Handle provides comfortable grip for ease of use
NSF-Certified

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This is the half gallon version of the 1 gallon pitcher – Review – that I regularly use, especially on brew day. NSF Certified and food safe to 212 deg F.

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OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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Wakeman Outdoors Collapsible Multiuse Bin [cold drinks, clean up, brew day tote] – $7.96, volatile

Wakeman Outdoors Collapsible Multiuse Bin

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7.27-LITER WASH BUCKET - This plastic bucket is suitable for holding enough ice to keep drinks cold when camping or at tailgating parties. The storage bucket is also handy to use as a kitchen cleaning caddy or mop tub for washing cars on road trips.
COLLAPSIBLE DESIGN - Thanks to its lightweight and space-saving design, this reusable mop bucket easily collapses down to 2-inches in height for compact storage when no longer in use. Keep one in your home, garage, or packed with camping or hiking gear.
TOUGH CONSTRUCTION - Made from a safe and durable silicone material, this foldable bucket can handle years of normal wear and tear, both indoors and outdoors. The bucket also features a sturdy rim around the top edge for a fuss-free carrying handle.
SPACIOUS INTERIOR - This garden bucket provides a large 7.27-liter capacity for holding picnic supplies, outdoor accessories, cleaning items, or dirty clothes to take to the laundromat. Simply clean with a hose and let air dry in between each use.
PRODUCT DETAILS - Materials: PP/TPR (Plastic/Plastic Rubber). Dimensions: (L) 14.75" x (W) 10.75" x (H) 5"; Collapsed: (H) 2". Capacity: 7.27-Liters. Color: Blue.

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From HBF: Make sure the components you use are compatible and rated for your intended application. Contact manufacturer with questions about suitability or a specific application. Always read and follow manufacturer directions.

Potential uses… clean up on brew day and beyond, ice cold drinks, use as a tote on brew day to keep items together.

As of this posting these are back at just $7.96. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Wakeman Outdoors Collapsible Multiuse Wash Bin- Portable Wash Basin/Dish Tub/Ice Bucket with 10 L Capacity for Camping, Tailgating, More – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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12 x Stainless Steel Portion Cups – for Hops and Boil Additions & More… $8.99, 75 cents each

12 x Stainless Steel Sauce Cups

I keep similar stainless steel portion cups in my Brew Day Box and use them to portion out hop additions and other boil additions and for pH and gravity sample containers. These are a great size and don’t take a lot of room since they nest together.

12/13 1:30 AM Central: These are on sale for just $8.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info – More About Prices

EHOMEA2Z Ramekins 12 Pack 2.5 Oz Stainless Steel Condiment Sauce Cups, Metal Ramekins, Commercial Grade, Multifunctional, Ideal for All Hot and Cold Sauces, Individual Portion Cups,12 Pack – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Beyond brewing you can use these for around the kitchen, for condiments, BBQ sauce – Do you BBQ? If so, check out my BBQ site… BBQ Finds – and more.

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MoreBeer Stainless Steel QDs on Sale

MoreBeer has a massive holiday sale going on as of this posting. Over 100 products are discounted. Check sale page for selection and availability.

MoreBeer Blowout Sale!

The lineup includes most variations of their popular stainless steel quick disconnects.

Stainless Steel Quick Disconnects at MoreBeer

Free Shipping: Shipping is free with a qualifying $59 order to addresses in the contiguous 48 US states.

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TWO x Kitchen Scissors + Putting Together a Brew Day Box

iBayam Kitchen Scissors All Purpose Heavy Duty

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ALL PURPOSE KITCHEN SCISSORS: Heavy duty 8.5" super sharp kitchen shears, Valued 2-Pack, comfort-Grip handles. Great All-purpose scissors for kitchen, household, new home, camper, first apartment, and outdoor general use, Great kitchen utensils set for women, men, adults, and older kids.
STAINLESS STEEL SHARP BLADES: Quality hardened stainless steel blades easily cut through cardboard, twine, food, meat, vegetables, chicken, poultry, fish, herbs, seafood, BBQ, food packing bags, and more. Great as Food Scissors, Meat Scissors, Cooking Scissors, Scissors Kitchen, Cooking Shears, Poultry Scissors, Utility Scissors, Meat Cutting Scissors.
COMFORT GRIP HANDLE: The ergonomically designed handle is shaped for comfort and features a comfort grip coating for stability. Cushioning pads on the grip absorb pressure while cutting. The width of the handle is suitable for large and small hands, left and right hands, providing a comfortable grip and smooth movement when opening and closing.
VERSATILE COLORFUL kitchen scissors, black red, black grey. Different color handles can be used in different places, 2 special scissors are suitable for most items that need to be cut, worth looking forward to multiple uses around the home. It can also be used as a household scissors for all kinds of fruit, noodles and pizza.
DISHWASHER SAFE: Hand Washing is recommended but these kitchen scissors shears are dishwasher safe. Come with 1 Year Hassle-Free Replacement. Kitchen utensils and kitchen essentials for a new apartment, new home, and college dorm.

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Scissors are handy on brew day and beyond. I keep a quality pair of scissors in my Brew Day Box.

iBayam Kitchen Scissors All Purpose Heavy Duty Meat Poultry Shears, Dishwasher Safe Food Cooking Scissors Stainless Steel Utility Scissors, 2-Pack (Black Red, Black Gray) – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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Half Gallon Commercial Rubbermaid Pitcher [up to 212 F] for Brew Day & Beyond

64 Ounce/Half Gallon Measuring Pitcher by Rubbermaid Commercial

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Highlighted Features

WET AND DRY: Easily measure out wet and/or dry ingredients for all of your baking and cooking needs
DURABLE: Break-Resistant polycarbonate withstands drops and spills, is commercial dishwasher safe
CRYSTAL CLEAR: Clear Construction ensures superior measurement visibility
HIGH TEMPERATURE RANGE: Versatile -40 to 212 degrees Fahrenheit temperature range
MESS-FREE POUR: Curved lip allows for easy mess-free pouring
COMFORTABLE GRIP: Handle provides comfortable grip for ease of use
NSF-Certified

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This is the half gallon version of the 1 gallon pitcher – Review – that I regularly use, especially on brew day. NSF Certified and food safe to 212 deg F.

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OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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Half Gallon Commercial Rubbermaid Pitcher [up to 212 F] for Brew Day & Beyond

64 Ounce/Half Gallon Measuring Pitcher by Rubbermaid Commercial

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Highlighted Features

WET AND DRY: Easily measure out wet and/or dry ingredients for all of your baking and cooking needs
DURABLE: Break-Resistant polycarbonate withstands drops and spills, is commercial dishwasher safe
CRYSTAL CLEAR: Clear Construction ensures superior measurement visibility
HIGH TEMPERATURE RANGE: Versatile -40 to 212 degrees Fahrenheit temperature range
MESS-FREE POUR: Curved lip allows for easy mess-free pouring
COMFORTABLE GRIP: Handle provides comfortable grip for ease of use
NSF-Certified

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This is the half gallon version of the 1 gallon pitcher – Review – that I regularly use, especially on brew day. NSF Certified and food safe to 212 deg F.

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OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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Hands On Review: Rubbermaid Commercial Product 1 Gallon Bouncer Pitcher

Updated: 11/27/2024

Small Upgrade = Big Difference

There are several equipment purchases that I look back on and say… I’m really glad I got that, it’s made a big difference. Sturdy, Food Safe One Gallon pitchers fit that bill. I went from a mish-mash of too small plastic pitchers, found around the house, that bent under the weight of wort, dripped and leached who knows what into my beer to two commercial quality 1 gallon pitchers. What a difference.

I started out with pitchers similar to these those worked well, but have a couple of drawbacks, namely… aluminum does not play nicely with Star San. I still use those for some purposes. From there, I picked up a Rubbermaid Commercial’s 4 Quart Bouncer Pitcher

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Rubbermaid Commercial Products Bouncer Measuring Cup, 4-Quart, Clear, FG321800CLR – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Rubbermaid Commercial Products Bouncer Clear Measuring Cup, 16-Cup/4-Quart, Clear, Strong Food Grade, Easy Read for Liquid/Dry Ingredients, for Home/Professional Kitchen

Rubbermaid Commercial Products Bouncer Clear Measuring Cup, 8-Cup/2-Quart, Clear, Strong Food Grade, Easy Read for Liquid/Dry Ingredients, for Home/Professional Kitchen

Rubbermaid Commercial Products Bouncer Clear Measuring Cup, 4-Cup/1-Quart, Clear, Strong Food Grade, Easy Read for Liquid/Dry Ingredients, for Home/Professional Kitchen

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Hands on Review: Brewfather App! – Recipe Formulation, Calculators & Brew Day Tools + Limited Time BLACK FRIDAY Deal

Updated: November 20, 2024

This review is by Homebrew Finds Contributor Brad Probert. Brad is an engineer, expert homebrewer and experienced reviewer. Grab a link to Brad’s website at the end of this review.

Limited Time Deal… Black Friday Sale!

Brewfather very rarely does discounts. As of this posting, for a short time, Brewfather is offering a whopping 25% off premium when you use coupon code SAVE25
This ties the best deal we’ve ever seen on Brewfather.
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Depending on your brewing personality, you might take notes on paper, do no recipe calculations at all, or use brewing software. I started using BeerSmith when I moved to all-grain brewing, since there were more variables to control when making a recipe and more process steps to keep track of. I’ve been using BeerSmith 2 for the past 5 years, and that’s established my baseline expectations of brewing software. That’s the perspective used when I evaluated the Brewfather software.

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Brewfather offers a free full feature trial. After the trial period, you’ll still have access via a limited, non-expiring account

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Rubbermaid Commercial Bus Tubs [Brew Day and Beyond]

Rubbermaid Commercial Products White Bus/Utility Box 4.625 Gallons

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STURDY & DURABLE: made of heavy-duty commercial grade plastic
EASY CLEANING: made with rounded corners for easy cleaning
SECURE LIFTING: made with reinforced handles for secure lifting and bottom ribs for added strength with easy to carry handles
DISHWASHER SAFE: commercial dishwasher safe
VARIETY OF USE CASES: dish collection, sensory play for kids/adults, fidget toys, crafts, water table, kinetic sand
DIMENSIONS: 20.4 x 15.6 x 5 inches; Capacity 4.625 gal
Material Type: Polyethylene (HDPE) High Density

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I use similar bus tubs [Note: Mine are larger at 7 1/8 Gallons] on brew day and I find them invaluable. I keep one below my March Pump setup. It catches drips and also offers a place to store wet items such as stirring spoons, mash paddles, my mash stirring whisk and my equally invaluable 1 gallon pitchers. I reserve the other tub for clean and dry items. Having two of these helps me keep dry/clean and wet/dirty items separate and means less lugging stuff around on brew day.

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Another potential use: ice down your favorite beverages for get-togethers.

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Rubbermaid Commercial Products FG334900GRAY Standard Bus/Utility Box, 4.625 Gal, Gray – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Lid: Rubbermaid Commercial Products FG364800GRAY Food Service Bus/Utility Tote Box Lid for 4 5/8 gal, Gray

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TWO x Kitchen Scissors + Putting Together a Brew Day Box

iBayam Kitchen Scissors All Purpose Heavy Duty

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ALL PURPOSE KITCHEN SCISSORS: Heavy duty 8.5" super sharp kitchen shears, Valued 2-Pack, comfort-Grip handles. Great All-purpose scissors for kitchen, household, new home, camper, first apartment, and outdoor general use, Great kitchen utensils set for women, men, adults, and older kids.
STAINLESS STEEL SHARP BLADES: Quality hardened stainless steel blades easily cut through cardboard, twine, food, meat, vegetables, chicken, poultry, fish, herbs, seafood, BBQ, food packing bags, and more. Great as Food Scissors, Meat Scissors, Cooking Scissors, Scissors Kitchen, Cooking Shears, Poultry Scissors, Utility Scissors, Meat Cutting Scissors.
COMFORT GRIP HANDLE: The ergonomically designed handle is shaped for comfort and features a comfort grip coating for stability. Cushioning pads on the grip absorb pressure while cutting. The width of the handle is suitable for large and small hands, left and right hands, providing a comfortable grip and smooth movement when opening and closing.
VERSATILE COLORFUL kitchen scissors, black red, black grey. Different color handles can be used in different places, 2 special scissors are suitable for most items that need to be cut, worth looking forward to multiple uses around the home. It can also be used as a household scissors for all kinds of fruit, noodles and pizza.
DISHWASHER SAFE: Hand Washing is recommended but these kitchen scissors shears are dishwasher safe. Come with 1 Year Hassle-Free Replacement. Kitchen utensils and kitchen essentials for a new apartment, new home, and college dorm.

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Scissors are handy on brew day and beyond. I keep a quality pair of scissors in my Brew Day Box.

OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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KitchenAid Kitchen Scissors + Putting Together a Brew Day Box

KitchenAid KE351OHOBA All Purpose Shears, One Size, Black/Black

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PREMIUM STAINLESS STEEL BLADES: Built to resist rust and maintain sharpness, these stainless steel blades easily cut through everyday kitchen items like vegetables, herbs, meat, and packaging with clean, precise cuts.
ENHANCED CUTTING PERFORMANCE: Featuring micro serrated edges, the blades offer a superior grip on food and materials, minimizing slips for effortless, smooth cutting every time. Extra thick blades add strength and durability, ideal for frequent use.
SOFT, COMFORT GRIP HANDLE: Designed for extended use, the handle provides a comfortable, secure grip with a soft, non slip coating, reducing hand fatigue and ensuring control while cutting.
INCLUDES PROTECTIVE SHEATH: Comes with a convenient, sturdy plastic sheath to protect the blades when not in use, ensuring safety and blade longevity.
DISHWASHER SAFE FOR EASY CLEANING: While hand washing is recommended to maintain blade quality, these shears are dishwasher safe for hassle free cleaning.

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Scissors are handy on brew day and beyond. I keep a quality pair of scissors in my Brew Day Box.

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OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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Garden Hose Quick Disconnect Set – 9 QDs in All – make brew day easier

Twinkle Star Garden Hose Quick Connector Set

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Exclusive Package: Includes 3 female and 6 male quick connectors, crafted from premium aluminum for unmatched durability and prolonged service life. Quick-connect hose fittings ensure long-lasting performance.
Universally Compatible: Standard 3/4" aluminum garden hose quick connectors fit seamlessly with all garden hoses, watering devices, jets, sprinklers, and nozzles, providing versatile connectivity.
Effortless Connection: Designed for ease of use and reliability, featuring rubberized grips for effortless on/off operation of the hose. Enjoy the convenience of these garden hose adapters.
Precision Manufacturing: Crafted with precision processes to ensure leak-free and sturdy performance. These connectors are easy to connect and disconnect, providing hassle-free operation.

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Quick disconnects make connecting and disconnecting things on brew day easier. I have QDs (a different brand) on every hose connection I use on brew day, including sprayers and my wort chiller.

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Twinkle Star 3/4 Inch Garden Hose Quick Connector Water Hose Fitting Male and Female, 9 of Set – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Twinkle Star 3/4 Inch Garden Hose Fitting Quick Connector Male and Female Set, 4 Set

LIKAGE Brass Hose Quick Connect, 3/4 Inch GHT Thread Garden Hose Quick Connector No-Leak Water Hose Quick Connect Fittings Male and Female - 2Packs

FINEST+ Garden Hose Quick Connector, Solid Brass 3/4 Inch Thread Fitting No-Leak Water Hose Female and Male Easy Connect (6 Sets)

Hourleey Garden Hose Quick Connector, 3/4 Inch Male and Female Garden Hose Fitting Quick Connector, 6 Set

Hourleey 3/4 Inch Garden Hose Quick Connector, 4 Pcs Female & 8 Pcs Male of No Leak Quick Connect Hose Fittings

Sanpaint 3/4 Inch Garden Hose Quick Connector, Male and Female Quick Connect Hose Fittings, 2 Set

Twinkle Star 3/4 Inch Garden Hose Quick Connector Water Hose Fitting Male and Female, 3 Set & 3 male quick connectors

Camco 25′ x 5/8″ NSF Certified Reinforced Drinking Water Hose [Brew Day Water] – on sale for $12.97 + free prime ship, volatile

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125 x 100 ml Weighing & measuring Boats – for Hops and Boil Additions & More – $15.95, 13 cents each, best price

Pure Ponta Weigh Boats Medium | 125 Pack 100ml Weighing Boats Measuring & Mixing Powders & Liquids with Easy Pour Design | (3.5 x 3.5 x 1 in) Disposable Plastic Square Lab Dish Scale Tray

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125 Pack - 100ml Polystyrene Weighing Dishes are used for measuring powder, liquid, and solid samples. They are disposable for easy clean up, and are durable, lightweight, food safe trays.
Antistatic Scale Trays have a nonstick surface that prevents sample loss, for accurate weight and measurements. Their flat bottoms resist tipping, and their uniform shape is for easy stacking.
Flexible, Easy Pour design allows for transfer of liquids and powders at every corner. Weigh Dish is biologically inert and resistant to dilute and weak acids, aqueous solutions, alcohols, and bases.
Weighing Boat Dimensions: 89 x 89 x 25 mm (3.5 x 3.5 x 1 in). Temperature Range: -25℃ (-13°F) to 80℃ (176°F). Container Volume: 100ml. Base Diameter: 58 mm (2.3 in).
Plastic Weighing Boats are perfect for measuring and weighing food ingredients, essential oils, dyes, epoxy, supplements, food, beads for jewelry making, science lab experiments, crafts and much more!

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Possible Homebrew Applications: Portioning hops and other boil additions, collecting pH and refractometer samples.

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200 x Jetec Scrub Pads – $22.99… 11 cents each

Jetec Scrub Pads Scouring Pads Sponge Dish Scrubber Scouring Pads Cleaning Non Scratch Pads for Kitchen Scrubbers Dishes Cleaning (Blue, 200 Pieces)

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Durable material: made of polyester, which is durable and not easy to wear and tear, and it is abrasive to touch, making the dishes easier to clean; Our products are packaged using vacuum compression; After receiving them, you can open them and leave them for a period of time to achieve better using experience
Measurement: each scrub sponge measures approx. 5 mm in thickness, the size measures about 5.9 x 3.94 inches, portable size for you to carry and clean; The product is vacuum packaged; It is recommended to open and place it for a while after receiving it, as it will become fluffy
Wide applications: it is suitable for dishes, pots and pans tableware, stove, microwave oven pot, chair furniture, help you to keep cutlery and home appliances clean, convenient for you to use in daily life
Effective performance: our cleaning scrub sponge has good decontamination ability for its tough surface, which can ensure continuous use for multiple times, and it will remain clean after using
Package contents: comes with 200 pieces of cleaning scrub sponges, enough quantity can serve for you to use for a long time

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Use along with Bar Keeper’s Friend to recondition your kegs! The photo above is from my post on rebuilding kegs. Here I’m using Bar Keepers Friend – Jump To: Section on Bar Keeper’s Friend – to clean a keg.

Use for cleanup on brew day and beyond

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Jetec Scrub Pads Scouring Pads Sponge Dish Scrubber Scouring Pads Cleaning Non Scratch Pads for Kitchen Scrubbers Dishes Cleaning (Blue, 40 Pieces)

Jetec Scrub Pads Scouring Pads Sponge Dish Scrubber Scouring Pads Cleaning Non Scratch Pads for Kitchen Scrubbers Dishes Cleaning (Blue, 200 Pieces)

Jetec Scrub Pads Scouring Pads Sponge Dish Scrubber Scouring Pads Cleaning Non Scratch Pads for Kitchen Scrubbers Dishes Cleaning (Blue, 100 Pieces)

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Jetec Scrub Pads Scouring Pads Sponge Dish Scrubber Scouring Pads Cleaning Non Scratch Pads for Kitchen Scrubbers Dishes Cleaning (Green, 100 Pieces)

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