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Ends Soon: Grainfather (and Still Spirits) Black Friday Sale!

Grainfather Discounts are rare.  Why?  Grainfather gear is under a MAP agreement.  MAP = Minimum Advertised Price.  It’s an agreement between sellers and manufacturer’s not to sell an item below a certain price.  Generally speaking, the Grainfather gear is not discounted.

As of this posting, MoreBeer is significantly discounting Grainfather and Still Spirits gear as part of a short Black Friday Sale. No coupon code required, see the link below.

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BrewZilla Gen 4 Temperature Control and Programming Tips and Tricks!

Updated: December 17, 2024

This write up 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.

BrewZilla Gen4 Temperature Control and Programming Tips and Tricks

The BrewZilla Gen4 has a list of features that make it unique from other All-In-One brew units. Those are covered here: https://www.homebrewfinds.com/hands-on-review-brewzilla/. But there are some significant functions and features that need a deeper look to fully understand them. In this write-up, I will focus on temperature control as well as programming tips to automate your brew day.

Temperature

When I first got the BrewZilla Gen 4 with the Bluetooth temperature probe, I didn’t understand it. I thought it just gave me the option to use either the temperature sensor in the base of the unit (like most other AIO units), or the Bluetooth as a wireless probe sitting in the grain bed. But that’s not it. It uses both sensors SIMULTANEOUSLY. No mass market controller does that- AIO or otherwise. To get that kind of functionality you’re talking a custom-built controller running some of the advanced brew control software.


Learn More: Hands on Review: BrewZilla All Grain Brewing System!


Kegland’s implementation of dual-probe control is very simple and straightforward in the BrewZilla. To best understand how this works, you need to think of your system in its recirculation loop. The wort drains down from the grain bed to the bottom, gets heated by the elements in the base, then gets sucked into the pump to get dumped on top of the grain again. The Bluetooth probe sits in the middle of the grain bed, and base sensor sits in the small volume of wort getting heated by the elements. When you’re at a steady target temperature, both of these probes should read about the same, as you ideally have uniform temperature throughout your system.


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Grainfather Discounts are rare.  Why?  Grainfather gear is under a MAP agreement.  MAP = Minimum Advertised Price.  It’s an agreement between sellers and manufacturer’s not to sell an item below a certain price.  Generally speaking, the Grainfather gear is not discounted.

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Inkbird 1,000 Watt Sous Vide Cooker (Digital Recirculating Heat Stick)

Inkbird WIFI Sous Vide Cookers, 1000 Watts Stainless Steel Thermal Immersion Circulator with Recipe, Digital Interface, Precise Temperature and Timer for Kitchen, Food Slow Cooker

Inkbird WIFI Sous Vide Cookers, 1000 Watts Stainless Steel Thermal Immersion Circulator

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Highlighted Features
  • Wifi Remote Control: The WIFI sous vide cooker only support 2.4Ghz WIFI, but once connected with the sous vide machine with your router via APP InkbirdPro, it could be checked and controlled anywhere you're
  • Powerful Yet Quiet Cooker: This sous vide cooker keeps a homogeneous temperature for up to 20 L of water even at full 1000 W output; ultra-quiet with less than 40 dB noise at 1 m
  • Sosu Vide Cooker & Intelligent Design: Our sous vide cooker features a wide temperature range of 77-210°F (25-99°C) within 0.1°C accuracy and the max timer setting of 99 hours; intuitive LCD touch controls allow effortless adjustment and tracking
  • Cook Like a Chef at Home: Achieves restaurant quality meals with ease by preserving juices, moisture and flavors thanks to precise temperature control; retains all of the health and nutrition benefits that are difficult to achieve from traditional cooking; included easy-to-follow sous vide cooking recipe book recommended by top chefs
  • Reliable Cooking Partner: Additional calibration function is added to Inkbird Precise Cooker, which can keep a more accurate temperature at any time. Calibration range: -10F~10F


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.

 

Possible brewing uses could include: getting and keeping strike water at temp, direct use (with a filter bag in a mash tun or BIAB mash), maintaining temperature for sour mashes and getting to a boil more quickly (or helping to maintain a boil) for both all grain and extract batches.  Note that homebrewing is, generally speaking, not the intended purpose of this device.  Contact the manufacturer with questions about suitability for your application.

I have a Sous Vide Cooker from Anova (completely different model and manufacturer).  Check out my First Looks Post on that.  Anova also has an article on their website about brewing with the Anova One.

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Portable Induction Cooktop, iSiLER 1800W (Induction Brewing)

Portable Induction Cooktop, iSiLER 1800W Sensor Touch Electric Induction Cooker Hot Plate with Kids Safety Lock, 6.7" Heating Coil, 18 Power 17 Temperature Setting Countertop Burner with Timer

Portable Induction Cooktop, iSiLER 1800W Sensor Touch Electric Induction Cooker Cooktop

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Highlighted Features
  • 18 POWER LEVELS: Quickly choose your desired power from 100W to 1800W in 100W increments(long press for 300W); 1800W power to meet your various cooking needs; simmer, deep fry, boil, sauté, sear, steam, slow cook and grill with ease.
  • 17 PRESET TEMPERATURE LEVELS: Adjustable temperature ranging from 140°F (60°C) to 460°F (238°C); can be set in 20°F increments(long press for 60°F); sensitive large touch buttons for enhanced usability.
  • WIDE APPLICATIONS & PORTABLE: The cooktop surface measures a diameter of 6.7in (17cm) to fit frying pans with a diameter of 3.9-8.6in (10-22cm); ensures a large and uniform heated area; compact and lightweight with a thickness of just 2.3in (6cm) for easy transport and storage; suitable for areas with limited space use.
  • LONG 3-HOUR TIMER & SAFETY LOCK: Press “+” or “-” button to set the timer in 1-minute increments (long press for 10 min ; overheating protection, child lock and rounded edges for ultimate safety.
  • WEAR RESISTANCE & EASY MAINTENANCE: Premium glass surface ensures excellent wear resistance and easy cleaning after use.

 

Possible homebrewing uses include: Boiling wort in your compatible brew kettle, getting strike water up to temperature and maintaining mash temperatures.

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Inkbird 1,000 Watt Sous Vide Cooker (Digital Recirculating Heat Stick)

Sous Vide Machine| Inkbird Wifi Sous Vide Cooker, 1000W Remote Control Immersion Circulator with APP RecipesTimer Alarm Mobile Notification | 3D Water Heating Ultra-Quiet |Gift Idea (ISV-200W)

Inkbird WIFI Sous Vide Cooker

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Highlighted Features
  • 2.4GHz Wifi Sous Vide Cooker: Connect the Sous Vide to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network via Free APP: InkbirdPro, then you could SET and Monitor the Sous Vide Machine on your phone wherever you're.Could set your family members as administrators on the app if you're willing to share the device monitoring data with them, support max 100 administrators at a time
  • Accurate Timer: The immersion circulator supports timer (Timer Max:100 Hours ) and temperature settings ( Temperature range: 32℉~194℉( 0℃~90℃) ). Precisely set the water to a preferred temperature, then you can get the doneness you desire every time as this preset cooking method ensures perfect results.High temperature accuracy: 1℉(0.1℃)
  • Protection and Temperature Alarm: The WiFi Sous Vide Cooker will stop working and alarm when the water level is lower than the minimum scale line, it will also sound alarm when the current temperature reaches the target temperature. You won’t miss any important change in the cooker. Please feel free to contact us, we will reply in 24 hours
  • Easy to Use and no noise: To improve your favorite meals or cook new dishes, tons of amazing foods can be created with it easily. Fix the Sous Vide to your pot with the clamp, fill the pot with water, seal the food in a bag and put it into the pot, set the food to the exact temperature, then you can get perfect doneness you desire. We have prepared some recipes in the app and the personalized customization recipe is now available
  • Powerful&Durable: The preset cooker has adopted stainless steel column and high-end fast heating element. The 1000Watt cooker is powerful enough to heat up the water to the set temperature quickly and it will perfectly maintain the temperature for an extended period of time


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.

 

Possible brewing uses could include: getting and keeping strike water at temp, direct use (with a filter bag in a mash tun or BIAB mash), maintaining temperature for sour mashes and getting to a boil more quickly (or helping to maintain a boil) for both all grain and extract batches.  Note that homebrewing is, generally speaking, not the intended purpose of this device.  Contact the manufacturer with questions about suitability for your application.

I have a Sous Vide Cooker from Anova (completely different model and manufacturer).  Check out my First Looks Post on that.  Anova also has an article on their website about brewing with the Anova One.

Sous Vide Machine| Inkbird Wifi Sous Vide Cooker, 1000W Remote Control Immersion Circulator with APP RecipesTimer Alarm Mobile Notification | 3D Water Heating Ultra-Quiet |Gift Idea (ISV-200W)

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BrewZilla Black Friday Sale! + In Depth Hands on Review

Brewzilla 35 Liter Gen 4 110 volt

Brewzilla via William’s Brewing

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William’s Brewing’s Black Friday Sale is on! The sale includes loads of gear and some outstanding deals.

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Multiple BrewZilla setups are included in the mix!

Learn More!  See our Hands on Review and Tips and Tricks Resource

Hands on Review: BrewZilla Gen 4 All Grain Brewing System

BrewZilla Gen 4 Temperature Control and Programming Tips and Tricks

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Today Only… 1,600 Watt Stainless Steel Heating Element – $43.99 + Free Ship Eligible, Limited Availability

1600 Watt Stainless Steel Heating Element BE446

1600 Watt Stainless Steel Heating Element from MoreBeer

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A powerful, 304 stainless steel heating element well suited for most kettles. With its weldless design and a diameter of 1 1/4″ it’s easy to install. Install by simply drilling a 1.25″ hole in your kettle and tightening the nut from the outside. The heating element requires a power cord which can be purchased separately (Electrical connection requires a computer power connection IEC320 C13 to your 110 v plug). 11.5″ Long

Features:

  • 1600 watt 110 v element
  • Food grade, high temperature silicone seal
  • The element itself is 11.5 in long, 0.75 in. Diameter.

Please Note – Having electrical devices around liquid can be hazardous, and should not be left unattended. Please use caution while using this device, and read the instruction manual prior to use.

Use the H902 1.25″ Hole Saw to drill a hole for this product.


 

Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this on sale as as a MoreBeer Deal of the DayShipping is also free to addresses in the contiguous US with most $59 Orders. Availability: This is available today only, while supplies last. Quantities are limited. Check the MoreBeer’s Deal of the Day to check today’s offering.

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Deal is valid 11/18/2024 only while supplies last


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BrewBuilt Tippy Dump Digital BrewSculpture – Save… $944

BrewBuilt® Tippy-Dump Digital BrewSculpture | Large (10-15 Gal)
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BrewBuilt® Tippy-Dump Digital BrewSculpture | Large (10-15 Gal)

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Multi tier brew system. Requires less space and features an innovative tipping mash tun for easy cleaning.
Digital Touchscreen Controller comes standard. Control every aspect of your brew day from a single screen
Automatic HERMS mashing. Set up to five mash steps in the digital controller and temperatures will be raise and be maintained automatically
Powerful Gas Burners. Whether you choose Propane or Natural Gas as your fuel source, your burners will be fast, efficient, quiet and have great flame control.
The Ultimate Sparge Arm. Eliminate hot side aeration with this fully adjustable sparge arm.
Built to order in the USA. Every system features a custom-welded stainless steel frame manufactured in the BrewBuilt metal shop.
Famous for its innovative tipping mash tun, the Tippy Dump BrewSculpture allows you to easily dump spent grain after mashing. Place a garbage can on the built-in step, tip the mashtun and you’re done—no heavy lifting or scooping necessary! A Tippy Disc is welded directly to the kettle, allowing the mash tun to be locked in place when vertical and then to be rotated and locked in at different angles as you empty and clean the mash tun. The Tippy Dump system includes a built in flip-down stainless step giving you easy access to see into the mash tun. Inspired by professional brewpub brewhouses, which are designed to fit in tight spaces, the mash tun is placed directly over the hot liquor tank. This not only saves space but also allows for heat coming off the hot-liquor tank to help keep the mashtun warm during the mash.

Touchscreen Control Panel
From heating strike water to whirlpooling hop additions, you’ll orchestrate your entire brew day from our custom designed 7” touchscreen control panel. Unlike other systems, all of the heating elements and pumps can be controlled from a single touchscreen controller. Program your mash steps and the controller will do the rest—cycling heating elements and kicking on pumps to recirculate wort as needed. It also offers programmable delayed start so you can heat your strike water in advance, boil addition timers to remind you when to add hops or clarifiers, as well as manual control of your pumps and linear power control of the electric elements.

Control Panel Key Features:

Programmable HERMS Mash Steps – choose from 3 preset mash schedules or custom design your own with up to 5 steps. From there the control panel guides your mash through the temp raises and time rests automatically.
Always Hot – Controller maintains the Hot-Liquor tank temperature you choose by turning the burner off and on automatically.
Auto Sparging – Sparge water flow is controlled automatically with an integrated Mash Tun float switch
Timer Alarms – Built in boil timers remind you when to add hops, finings, or anything else
Manual Mode – allows you to control pumps manually for anything you want such as cleaning.
Automatic HERMS Mashing
Mash temps are maintained via the HERMS coil made from convoluted copper tubing. This top-of-the-line coil design offers unparalleled efficiency while gently heating your wort. Choose from your saved mash schedules or program one on the fly. When the mash begins, the controller will automatically maintain the temperature of the hot liquor bath that the HERMS coil rests in. When the wort temp drops below your set point, the controller will turn on the pump to circulate wort through the coil. You can also set the pump to continuously circulate wort for the whole mash if you prefer, and the HLT will continue to maintain your mash temp automatically. When each mash step is complete, the controller will raise the temperature of the HLT and begin the next step. The HERMS coil can also double as your wort chiller when the boil is over and quickly cools wort thanks to the twisted pattern of the copper tubing.

Powerful Gas Burners
Choose your fuel source! Natural Gas is a nice option for the brewer whose home is already supplied with natural gas. This is a convenient option since you will never have to refill propane tanks, and you will never run out of gas mid batch. However, you do lose the freedom to move your BrewSculpture™ once it has been hard plumbed to your gas line. Whether you prefer the mobility of using propane or the reliable supply of natural gas, your burners will be fast, efficient, quiet and have great flame control.

The Ultimate Sparge Arm
No other system protects against hot side aeration quite like the BrewSculpture. While other systems simply pump wort back to the top of the mash tun and let it splash back down over the grain bed, the Ultimate Sparge Arm will make sure your wort circulates with virtually zero aeration. The Ultimate Sparge Arm features adjustable height and adjustable flow. Depending on what beer you’re brewing, the surface of the mash will be at different heights. Simply lower the sparge arm to just below the surface of the mash and your recirculation will be splash-free. The ball valve at the inlet of the sparge arm allows you to dial in the flow and reduce turbulence as you see fit.

Custom Welded Frame Made in the USA
Every BrewBuilt BrewSculpture is made to order and built around a custom TIG welded 304 stainless steel stand. While other companies cut corners by using generic stainless steel tables for their systems, our extra beefy stand is fabricated in our California-based metal shop and designed to outlive even you. Every stand comes with rolling casters and folding handlebar so you can easily move your system with ease whenever needed.

What Sets the Digital BrewSculpture Apart?

Only system with a heavy-duty, purpose-built, welded stainless frame as standard.
Only system with rotating mash tun to easily dump spent grains
Only system with digital touch screen as standard.
Only system with programmable mash steps on touch screen.
Only system using top-of-the-line convoluted coil (HERMS) for the quickest temp increases while still being gentle.
Only system with an oversized Hot Liquor Tank to speed up brew day.
Welded fittings for a lifetime of easy-to-clean, leak-free performance.
Ultimate Sparge Arm reduces hot side aeration.
Keep sparge water warm while preheating the boil.
Key Features of Tippy-Dump BrewSculptures

Made in USA by BrewBuilt
304 Stainless Steel TIG welded stands. The ultimate frame material that will outlast you. No paint or powder coating.
Every BrewSculpture includes folding handles and built-in rear casters that allow you to move your BrewSculpture with ease.
Oversized 304 stainless BrewBuilt Kettles with welded fittings, notched lids, internally etched volume markers, aluminum clad bottoms, and silicone handles. Built to last.
Our “Large” option will come with 22 gallon kettles, while the “XL” model will come with 30 gallon kettles.
The fluid path is easy to use and clean. We’ve included the time tested, top of the line March pumps along with heat resistant food-grade silicone tubing and our own specially designed stainless quick disconnects.
Burners are fast, efficient, quiet and have great flame control.
Mashtun includes the Ultimate Sparge Arm with innovative design to eliminate hot-side aeration. The center draw outlet with quick disconnect is locked in during mashing but easily disconnects for cleaning. The mash screen has a very low volume of base water under the screen to aid with efficiency and mash consistency. The perforated stainless mash screen is reinforced for use with pump recirculation and includes a silicone gasket to make a perfect seal with the kettle wall. Internally etched volume markers make mash water additions super easy.
Boil Kettle includes innovative Whirlpool maker for leaving hops and trub behind. Volume markers are etched on the inside so you know exactly how much wort you have at all times. The lid notch is super handy for hanging hop bags, using an immersion chiller, etc., but when not is use an included silicone plug seals the notch. The bottom of the boil kettle is tri-clad with a 4 mm aluminum core sandwiched between two layers of 304 stainless. The aluminum core eliminates scorching and the cleaning that comes with a scorched kettle.
Includes all of the tubing you’ll need with:
2 x 40 in. Hoses with male and female quick disconnects
90 in. Hose with male and female quick disconnects
32 in. Hose with 1 female quick disconnect and 1 open end
Dimensions / Specifications:

Stainless Frame measures 50″ L x 22.25″ W x 62″ H
Requires 110/120V power source


 

BrewBuilt® Tippy-Dump Digital BrewSculpture | Large (10-15 Gal) 1550DV4

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

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This system is included in the mix and on sale for $5,350.75. That’s a whopping $944.25 in savings.

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Hands on Review: BrewZilla Gen 4 – New Dolly Option for 65L Size

Updated: September 18, 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.

Hands on Review BrewZilla Gen4

I’ve brewed on several different all-in-one units. Like any brew system, they each have their own strengths and weaknesses. I did a hands-on review of the Robobrew when it first came out in late 2016. It has since changed its name to BrewZilla and is on the 4th generation of the brew unit. As you’d expect with repeated generations, they’ve been able to focus on fixing deficiencies in their previous models and also introduce new features.


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Brewzilla 35 Liter Gen 4 110 volt

  • For a short time William’s Brewing has the 35L Gen 4 on sale for $509.99
  • Shipping is free or reasonably priced flat rate to addresses in the contiguous US depending on your order size for most items.

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New Article: BrewZilla Tips and Tricks!

BrewZilla Gen 4 Temperature Control and Programming Tips and Tricks


The basic premise of an all-in-one brewing system is that your mash and boil kettle are in the

same vessel. So just like Brew In A Bag, after mashing, you pull the grains out and the wort stays behind to be boiled. They use electricity for heat, so they can be used outdoors where you can reach power or indoors where you have a venting system that can take care of all the steam you make during your boil.

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Stamped Volume Markings

Here are some basic stats on the Gen4 BrewZilla. It’s available in a 35-Liter form (for 5-6 gallon batches) with either a 110V setup, or 220V. There is also a larger 65-Liter that is only 220V (targeted to 10-12 gallon batches). The 35L unit holds 9.25 gallons, the mash basket can hold up to 23.5 lbs. of grain, and its electric heating elements can output up to 1500W of power (110V system) or 2400W of power (220V system). The 65L unit holds 17.1 gallons, the mash basket holds 41.5 lbs. of grain, and 3500W of heating power. All the Gen4 units have a pump bolted into the base. The pump can be used not only for wort recirculation during the mash, but also to pump beer through your wort chiller apparatus (should you choose to not use the immersion chiller coil included with the BrewZilla). The pump is more modular and accessible than previous Gen models. To protect the pump from clogging with hop debris during the boil or whirlpool, there is a filter screen (a perforated stainless disc that sits at the bottom of the unit) that sits at the bottom of the kettle. The small magnetic drive pump has a pump head rating of 1.5 – 2.1 m (4.9 – 6.9 ft) and a max flow rate of 11-12 L/min (2.9 – 3.2 gal/min).

Control Panel Notification During Mash Profile

One of the key upgraded features of the Gen4 BrewZilla is the controller. RAPT Is Kegland’s line of wireless connected brewing devices. The BrewZilla now has a RAPT controller so it adds a lot of features that can be monitored and controlled over Wi-Fi. This includes basic things like monitoring temperature from your laptop/cell phone, but also allows you to program complex mash programs online and then download to your BrewZilla. You can also adjust control parameters on the fly such as pump output duty cycle and heater output level. If you get the optional Bluetooth thermometer, you can stick the temperature probe into the middle of your grain bed, and then have the controller use that as its control signal in combination with the built-in temperature sensor that sits on the floor of the unit.

Bluetooth Temp Probe in Middle of Mash

Although All-in-One units are essentially BIAB, they use a stainless steel basket with holes in the bottom of it instead of a bag, and call it a “malt pipe”. These provide functional improvements over a nylon bag. The obvious one is they are way easier to clean. But they also allow you to ensure you get full flow through your grain bed by having holes only on the bottom. This means recirculating wort has no sneak paths out the side. The other benefit is malt pipes have simple brackets/feet welded onto the outside that allow you to lift your wet grains up and prop the malt pipe on the brew rig to drain or sparge. The BrewZilla has 2 sets of feet for this. One set is halfway up, allowing you to do the deadlift of grain & wort halfway and then let the liquid level drain down. Then when you lift it the full height, it’s not as heavy. It’s simple, but makes the process much better.

Welded-on Carry Handle (top) and Tip Handle (bottom)

There is a cool feature in the BrewZilla which normally only comes on much higher end systems, and that’s the central drain. With a concave bottom with a drain at the lowest point in the center, you don’t have to leave wort behind or goof around with tilting it to get the last drops of wort out at the end. This also enables the malt pipe to extend down lower and thus you can hold more grain (30% more than their Gen3). If you compared to other All-in-one units in the “5 gallon batch” size range, the 23.5 lbs. grain capacity is 30 – 50% more. This of course only matters if you’re trying to make high gravity brews. The drain in the floor is plumbed to the inlet of the pump below, and then you can direct pump output either to an external spigot for fast/easy transfer of wort out after brewing, or up the recirculation pipe for wort to get directed down on top of the mash.

Polished Bottom with Center Drain and Built-in Temp Sensor to Side

Bottom Side of Pump Filter Plate

To help with mash efficiency and mash temperature uniformity, they offer a Heat Exchanger Dish, which is just a stainless dish/plate that sits below your malt pipe and above the central drain. Without this dish in place, the flow of recirculating wort tends to go through the center of your grain bed, and straight out the drain. With the dish there, it directs the flow around the full circumference before it gets to the drain, which helps ensure a broader portion of the grist sees the flow.


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VEVOR Electric Brewing System

VEVOR Electric Brewing System, 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot, All-in-One Home Beer Brewer w/Pump, Mash Boil Device w/Panel, Auto/Manual Mode 100-1800W Power 25-100℃ Temp 1-180 min Timer Recipe Memory

VEVOR Electric Brewing System, 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot, All-in-One Home Beer Brewer w/Pump, Mash Boil Device w/Panel, Auto/Manual Mode 100-1800W Power 25-100℃ Temp 1-180 min Timer Recipe Memory

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  • 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot: Our all-in-one brewing system makes it simple for homebrewers to step up to all-grain brewing without a mountain of equipment and costs. The 9.2 Gal pot can brew up to 8 Gal of high-quality beer. The inner pot in contact with food is constructed of 0.02-inch-thick 304 stainless steel, handling nothing but grains. It is sure to stand up to the heavy-duty use and perfect your beer recipes. An ideal solution for your beer brewing needs is right in front of you.
  • Intelligent LCD Control Panel: Equipped with a feature-rich control panel, this electric brewing system is hassle-free to set up. You can select the auto or manual mode according to your habit. Power (100-1800W), temperature (25-100℃), and time (1-180 minutes) are all adjustable. Besides, our brewing system is designed with characteristic functions. It can memorize up to 10 recipes and will remind you to add hops when boiling. Start your brewing process with the easy-to-operate panel.
  • Full Saccharifying & Fast Cooling: This mash and boil device can mash up to 17.6 lbs of malt and saccharify up to 18.7 lbs. It features automatic step mashing with 7 programmable stages, each of which can be programmed into individual temperatures and duration for precise control. When it's time to cool down your wort after the boil, the 28.8-feet-long condensing coil will handle all the work for you. Plus, a filter screen separates the unwanted particles from the inner pot.
  • Effective Circulating Arm & Pump: A circulating pump recirculates the wort through the circulating arm, increasing the brewing efficiency and leading to better beers with a higher yield. It can keep the machine temperature uniform during saccharification. The circulating arm is not easy to bend and can be thoroughly cleaned with water injection. An independent on/off switch for the pump and a flow rate regulator are also integrated so that you can take control of the whole brewing process.
  • Accessible for All-Level Users: Our all-grain brewing system with manual and auto modes satisfies the demands of beginners to experts. A kitchen, basement, garage, or patio will all work for your home brewery. And its compact footprint allows it to be stored nicely when your brewing work is done. Start brewing your signature beers with our all-in-one home brewing equipment and enjoy the feeling you get when you take that first sip after a long day at work.


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.

 

VEVOR Electric Brewing System, 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot, All-in-One Home Beer Brewer w/Pump, Mash Boil Device w/Panel, Auto/Manual Mode 100-1800W Power 25-100℃ Temp 1-180 min Timer Recipe Memory – 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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1,000 Watt Coil Water Heater… $9.99!

1,000 Watt Coil Heater

\What are Other’s Saying?   Search this product’s Amazon reviews for “brew” – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

11/7 6 AM Central: This is selling for just $9.99.  Shipping is also free to many US addresses. Prices and availability can change quickly Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Portable Water Heater Coil Aluminum Hot Water Heater (1000 Watts) by GCG – 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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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.

Upgrade KegLand DigiBoil to All In ONE w/Mash Upgrade Kit – on sale for… $59.99, save 25%

Digiboil 35 Liter Mash Upgrade Kit

This grain pipe kit lets you mash with the 35 Liter Digiboil. It includes a octagon basket holding ring that pops into place on your unit, so the assembled malt pipe can be raised and twisted for sparging.

Note that the Digiboil was designed for boiling, and does not have the more complex electronic wiring of say a Mash & Boil or Digiboil, so when the malt pipe is in place, you will need to use the 500 watt element only to prevent grain from burning onto the element.

Includes malt pipe, bottom screen for malt pipe, false bottom (that goes below the malt pipe), and malt pipe lifting handle. All items are 304 grade stainless.

This fits the Gen 1 Digiboil with a stainless lid. It does not fit the Gen 2 with a glass lid, as the wire basket holder does not fit the Gen 2 boiler.


  • When I first posted about this on 2022, the SALE price was the current list price ($79.99). I don’t have the list price documented, but it’s safe to assume it was more than the sale price.
  • As of this posting this is on sale for just $59.99. That’s a 25% discount from current list price.
  • Shipping is free or reasonably priced flat rate to addresses in the contiguous US depending on your order size for most items.

Digiboil Gen 1 35 Liter Mash Upgrade Kit

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Grainfather Sparge Water Heater – on sale for $142.20

The Grainfather | Sparge Water Heater | 6.6 gal (25L) AG821

As of this posting, MoreBeer is significantly discounting Grainfather products across the board. No coupon code required, see the link below.

For some reason Grainfather is currently not shipping to addresses in the state of California as of this update.

Grainfather Sale!

The lineup includes the Grainfather Sparge Water Heater. It’s on sale for just $142.20.

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Mash And Boil Black Friday Sale! + Our In Depth Review

William’s Brewing Black Friday Sale is on!

As of this posting, the sale features steep discounts on Mash and Boil Systems

Related: Hands on Review of the Mash & Boil System

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Grainfather Sale at MoreBeer! <<< Not Available in California

As of this posting, MoreBeer is significantly discounting Grainfather products across the board. No coupon code required, see the link below.

For some reason Grainfather is currently not shipping to addresses in the state of California as of this update.

Grainfather Sale!

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1,500 Watt Stainless Steel Immersion Water Heater

Immersion Water Heater, with 304 Stainless Steel Cover Intelligent Temperature Control and Digital LCD Thermometer Portable Bucket Heater Heat 5 Gallons of Water in Minutes 1500W

Immersion Water Heater, with 304 Stainless Steel Cover Intelligent Temperature Control and Digital LCD Thermometer Portable Bucket Heater Heat 5 Gallons of Water in Minutes 1500W

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Highlighted Features
  • Safety design: UL certified instant water heater with high-quality stainless steel protective cover, effectively prevent heating elements from direct contact with humans or animals, rust resistant and durable. Our immersion water heaters are designed with intelligent temperature control and automatically cut off the power when the water temperature reaches 75 ° C (165°F).WARNING:When using, first put the water heater into the water, be sure to ensure that the water heater is fully immersed in water, and then plug in the socket. Determine the operation sequence to effectively prevent fire.
  • Fast Heating:1500W high-power electric water heater can heat up to 5 gallons of water in minutes. Heat dissipates to the water faster by flowing through the holes in the guard. The heater needs to be completely immersed in water in working condition. Please take out the immersion water heater before touching the water! WARNING: It is recommended not to use more than one hour, you need to quickly heat a lot of water can use more than one water heater at the same time, But never plug two water heaters into the same socket to avoid causing a fire.
  • Wide Range Of Applications:Our portable pool heater suitable for portable bathtub,mini pool(Using more than one),sink, bucket, washbasin,etc.Make sure the container can hold hot water when using it.This immersion heater is handy and super lightweight, making it perfect for travels and road trips.Note, it is not suitable for using in big swimming pool .WARNING:Environmental problems: The use of the Immersion Water Heater did not operate this appliance within 3 ft (1 m) of any structure,combustible material, or other gas cylinders which increase the risk of fire.
  • Easy To Use :Take Electric Submersible water heater immerse in water at proper level,Plug into any grounded 110V AC outlet. with a digital LCD thermometer, easy to measure water temperature. Check power indicator light to make sure immersion water heater is working .Please note: people and animal can't be in the water while the heater is working.WARNING: Always make sure that the Water Heater is completely immersed in water when using, do not let part of it exposed to the air, which can cause a fire.
  • Satisfactory Service: Lakkzoom immersion heater provides replacement service, when you encounter product quality problems and use problems, please contact us in time, we will provide you with professional and satisfactory service. Our portable water heater contains 1* water heater, 1* digital thermometer, 1* stainless steel cleaning ball, 1* instruction manual, This is a gift for friends and family.


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.

 

Immersion Water Heater, with 304 Stainless Steel Cover Intelligent Temperature Control and Digital LCD Thermometer Portable Bucket Heater Heat 5 Gallons of Water in Minutes 1500W – 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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VEVOR Electric Brewing System

VEVOR Electric Brewing System, 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot, All-in-One Home Beer Brewer w/Pump, Mash Boil Device w/Panel, Auto/Manual Mode 100-1800W Power 25-100℃ Temp 1-180 min Timer Recipe Memory

VEVOR Electric Brewing System, 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot, All-in-One Home Beer Brewer w/Pump, Mash Boil Device w/Panel, Auto/Manual Mode 100-1800W Power 25-100℃ Temp 1-180 min Timer Recipe Memory

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Highlighted Features
  • 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot: Our all-in-one brewing system makes it simple for homebrewers to step up to all-grain brewing without a mountain of equipment and costs. The 9.2 Gal pot can brew up to 8 Gal of high-quality beer. The inner pot in contact with food is constructed of 0.02-inch-thick 304 stainless steel, handling nothing but grains. It is sure to stand up to the heavy-duty use and perfect your beer recipes. An ideal solution for your beer brewing needs is right in front of you.
  • Intelligent LCD Control Panel: Equipped with a feature-rich control panel, this electric brewing system is hassle-free to set up. You can select the auto or manual mode according to your habit. Power (100-1800W), temperature (25-100℃), and time (1-180 minutes) are all adjustable. Besides, our brewing system is designed with characteristic functions. It can memorize up to 10 recipes and will remind you to add hops when boiling. Start your brewing process with the easy-to-operate panel.
  • Full Saccharifying & Fast Cooling: This mash and boil device can mash up to 17.6 lbs of malt and saccharify up to 18.7 lbs. It features automatic step mashing with 7 programmable stages, each of which can be programmed into individual temperatures and duration for precise control. When it's time to cool down your wort after the boil, the 28.8-feet-long condensing coil will handle all the work for you. Plus, a filter screen separates the unwanted particles from the inner pot.
  • Effective Circulating Arm & Pump: A circulating pump recirculates the wort through the circulating arm, increasing the brewing efficiency and leading to better beers with a higher yield. It can keep the machine temperature uniform during saccharification. The circulating arm is not easy to bend and can be thoroughly cleaned with water injection. An independent on/off switch for the pump and a flow rate regulator are also integrated so that you can take control of the whole brewing process.
  • Accessible for All-Level Users: Our all-grain brewing system with manual and auto modes satisfies the demands of beginners to experts. A kitchen, basement, garage, or patio will all work for your home brewery. And its compact footprint allows it to be stored nicely when your brewing work is done. Start brewing your signature beers with our all-in-one home brewing equipment and enjoy the feeling you get when you take that first sip after a long day at work.


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.

 

VEVOR Electric Brewing System, 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot, All-in-One Home Beer Brewer w/Pump, Mash Boil Device w/Panel, Auto/Manual Mode 100-1800W Power 25-100℃ Temp 1-180 min Timer Recipe Memory – 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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Inkbird 1,000 Watt Sous Vide Cooker (Digital Recirculating Heat Stick)

Inkbird WIFI Sous Vide Cookers, 1000 Watts Stainless Steel Thermal Immersion Circulator with Recipe, Digital Interface, Precise Temperature and Timer for Kitchen, Food Slow Cooker

Inkbird WIFI Sous Vide Cookers, 1000 Watts Stainless Steel Thermal Immersion Circulator

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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

Highlighted Features
  • Wifi Remote Control: The WIFI sous vide cooker only support 2.4Ghz WIFI, but once connected with the sous vide machine with your router via APP InkbirdPro, it could be checked and controlled anywhere you're
  • Powerful Yet Quiet Cooker: This sous vide cooker keeps a homogeneous temperature for up to 20 L of water even at full 1000 W output; ultra-quiet with less than 40 dB noise at 1 m
  • Sosu Vide Cooker & Intelligent Design: Our sous vide cooker features a wide temperature range of 77-210°F (25-99°C) within 0.1°C accuracy and the max timer setting of 99 hours; intuitive LCD touch controls allow effortless adjustment and tracking
  • Cook Like a Chef at Home: Achieves restaurant quality meals with ease by preserving juices, moisture and flavors thanks to precise temperature control; retains all of the health and nutrition benefits that are difficult to achieve from traditional cooking; included easy-to-follow sous vide cooking recipe book recommended by top chefs
  • Reliable Cooking Partner: Additional calibration function is added to Inkbird Precise Cooker, which can keep a more accurate temperature at any time. Calibration range: -10F~10F


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.

 

Possible brewing uses could include: getting and keeping strike water at temp, direct use (with a filter bag in a mash tun or BIAB mash), maintaining temperature for sour mashes and getting to a boil more quickly (or helping to maintain a boil) for both all grain and extract batches.  Note that homebrewing is, generally speaking, not the intended purpose of this device.  Contact the manufacturer with questions about suitability for your application.

I have a Sous Vide Cooker from Anova (completely different model and manufacturer).  Check out my First Looks Post on that.  Anova also has an article on their website about brewing with the Anova One.

What are Other’s Saying?   Search this product’s Amazon reviews for “beer” – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Inkbird Sous Vide Precision Cooker , 1000 Watts WIFI Sous Vide Machine Immersion Circulator ISV-100W with Recipes on Thermal Immersion Sous vide cooking Machines & APP (American Standard)  – 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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VEVOR Electric Brewing System

VEVOR Electric Brewing System, 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot, All-in-One Home Beer Brewer w/Pump, Mash Boil Device w/Panel, Auto/Manual Mode 100-1800W Power 25-100℃ Temp 1-180 min Timer Recipe Memory

VEVOR Electric Brewing System, 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot, All-in-One Home Beer Brewer w/Pump, Mash Boil Device w/Panel, Auto/Manual Mode 100-1800W Power 25-100℃ Temp 1-180 min Timer Recipe Memory

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Highlighted Features
  • 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot: Our all-in-one brewing system makes it simple for homebrewers to step up to all-grain brewing without a mountain of equipment and costs. The 9.2 Gal pot can brew up to 8 Gal of high-quality beer. The inner pot in contact with food is constructed of 0.02-inch-thick 304 stainless steel, handling nothing but grains. It is sure to stand up to the heavy-duty use and perfect your beer recipes. An ideal solution for your beer brewing needs is right in front of you.
  • Intelligent LCD Control Panel: Equipped with a feature-rich control panel, this electric brewing system is hassle-free to set up. You can select the auto or manual mode according to your habit. Power (100-1800W), temperature (25-100℃), and time (1-180 minutes) are all adjustable. Besides, our brewing system is designed with characteristic functions. It can memorize up to 10 recipes and will remind you to add hops when boiling. Start your brewing process with the easy-to-operate panel.
  • Full Saccharifying & Fast Cooling: This mash and boil device can mash up to 17.6 lbs of malt and saccharify up to 18.7 lbs. It features automatic step mashing with 7 programmable stages, each of which can be programmed into individual temperatures and duration for precise control. When it's time to cool down your wort after the boil, the 28.8-feet-long condensing coil will handle all the work for you. Plus, a filter screen separates the unwanted particles from the inner pot.
  • Effective Circulating Arm & Pump: A circulating pump recirculates the wort through the circulating arm, increasing the brewing efficiency and leading to better beers with a higher yield. It can keep the machine temperature uniform during saccharification. The circulating arm is not easy to bend and can be thoroughly cleaned with water injection. An independent on/off switch for the pump and a flow rate regulator are also integrated so that you can take control of the whole brewing process.
  • Accessible for All-Level Users: Our all-grain brewing system with manual and auto modes satisfies the demands of beginners to experts. A kitchen, basement, garage, or patio will all work for your home brewery. And its compact footprint allows it to be stored nicely when your brewing work is done. Start brewing your signature beers with our all-in-one home brewing equipment and enjoy the feeling you get when you take that first sip after a long day at work.


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.

 

VEVOR Electric Brewing System, 9.2 Gal/35 L Brewing Pot, All-in-One Home Beer Brewer w/Pump, Mash Boil Device w/Panel, Auto/Manual Mode 100-1800W Power 25-100℃ Temp 1-180 min Timer Recipe Memory – 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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