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Whiskey Barrels for Homebrewing!

Oak Barrels for Aging Homebrew!

Oak barrels can be used to used to age stouts and porters, age other beer styles, make sour beers and more.

New oak barrels can be had in sizes ranging from 1 liter all the way up to 1 barrel/53 gallons. As with most things 5 gallons seems to be a sweet spot for a lot of brewers. Larger barrels can be good for prolific homebrewers or group brews and smaller 1 to 5 liter sizes are great if you’re wanting to give barrel aging a try without a huge amount of expense or space.

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The Story Behind Denny’s Favorite 50 Wyeast 1450 + It’s just back in stock!

Denny’s Favorite 50 Wyeast 1450!

Denny’s Favorite 50 is my go-to American style yeast strain. I prefer it over US-05 and similar. This yeast was preserved by legendary homebrewer Denny Conn (author page on Amazon).

Here’s the story behind Denny’s Favorite 50 from the source, via a post on the Homebrewer’s Association forum

OK, kids, here’s yer bedtime story…

Many years ago I decided to try my hand at yeast ranching. I bought a kit of supplies and some slants from a company by the name of Brewtek, which I later found was run by the inimitable Maribeth Raines. I picked slants at random and one was called CL-50 Cal. brewpub yeast (or something like that). I had just finished developing my Rye IPA recipe and had been using WY1272 for it. I tried the CL-50 and found that it gave the beer a wonderful silky mouthfeel which really complemented the other aspects of the beer. I started using it as my base AM. ale yeast in lieu of 1272 and 1056. I also started talking the yeast up online in the few brewing discussions that were around back then (primarily rec.crafts.brewing for you old timers). A few people started buying slants and many more wanted to see it come put in a larger, more common homebrew format. Meanwhile, back at the ranch (who doesn’t love saying that?), MB had shut down Brewtek and sold the stock to a company in CO. Don’t recall the name, but I ordered CL-50 from them a few times. I saw it going downhill every time I got some, and IIRC that store eventually sold the library to someone else. I had met and begun talking to Dave Logsdon, then owner of Wyeast, about them releasing it commercially so more people would have access to it, but Dave was reluctant as long as someone else had the strain. Some kinda BS about ethics, ya know….;) . I ordered a couple more slants from whoever had it back then just before they vanished. When Dave found out it was no longer available, we arranged for Wyeast to get a sample from my yeast bank. They went back and forth on what to call it (I suggested “Noti Ale yeast”) and finally informed me it was going to be called “Denny’s Favorite 50”. Since I make largely Am. style beers, it’s still my go to yeast for almost all of them. It makes a great BVIP and I really like it in my Noti Brown Ale recipe also (Am. brown ale).

So there you have it. I feel like I’m a really lucky guy to have had such great honors as a homebrewer….the yeast, the GC, the great friends I’ve made.

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By my count MoreBeer has been out of stock of 1450 for quite a while. As of this update, it’s back in stock! Shipping is free with a qualifying $59 order to many US addresses. Check product page for current availability.

Denny’s Favorite 50 at MoreBeer WY1450

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TWO x Waterproof Heat Mats [Fermentation Temps]

MET Certified 2 Pack Seedling Heat Mat

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MET safety certified；Comply with UL 499；CSA C22.2 No.64
Ensures the root area of seedlings remains between 70℉and 85℉ to ensure growth and increased germination
Available in 4 sizes: Mini：3.5"x21", Watt: 7.3W ; Small: 10"x20", Watt: 17.5W ; Medium: 20"x20", Watt: 45W ; Large: 48"x20", Watt: 100W
Designing with waterproof construction, our seeding heat mat is safe for use indoor plantings,The new, stronger heating wire and thicker multi-layer construction offer more uniform heating and the durability to withstand rugged greenhouse environments.
The Seedfactor Seeding Heat Mat adopts the latest 7.5MM thickening,105 degrees of high temperature resistant cylindrical SJTW 5.9ft water-proof power cord (thicker than the general power cord, solid, high temperature resistant), safer and more durable, and guarantee the stability of seedling mat safety work.

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FOOD GRADE Stainless Steel Mixer Drill Attachment – on sale for $25.95

Edward Tools Stainless Steel Food Grade Mixer Drill Attachment – Safe for Bulk Brewing, Batter, Coffee, Wine, Beer, Mashed Potatoes – Food Safe for Mixing in 1 to 5 gallons

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Food grade safe stainless steel - only use stainless steel for food or drink
Easily attaches to standard drills for quick mixing
Multi use mixer for brewing, wine, batter, coffee, beer, potatoes, etc.
Can also be used for paint, cement, mortar and other home improvement tasks
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I’ve seen a number of similar attachments used by homebrewers (for aeration) and winemakers (for de-gassing). The thing I haven’t found until now is a stainless steel food grade model. Most are designed for mixing paint, not beer. This one is food grade. Check product page for current specifications.

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Also: Food Grade Option from Kegland

Premium Stainless Steel Drill Powered Mash Stirrer & Mixer | 1/4″ Hex Drive

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Get your grain bed evenly mixed and break up dough balls in seconds!
Using a handheld electric drill, this heavy-duty stirrer makes mashing in a breeze
Made from all stainless steel with a 1/4″ hex head to securely attach to your drill

This stainless mixer attaches to an electric drill for easy and thorough mixing of your mash. To get the best mash efficiency it is important to break up dough balls (clumps of grain) and ensure that the grain bed is not compacted. Allowing maximum recirculation through your grain bed will always yield higher extraction / efficiency rates of your brew. Are far as mixing grain goes, this stirrer is much more efficient and less time consuming than a mash paddle or large spoon.

Simply attach to your portable electric drill and secure the 1/4″ hex head tightly.

Overall length is 23.5″ with a mixer diameter of 2.75″. Highly recommended for all sizes of BrewZillas.

KegLand Part Number: KL32247

Premium Stainless Steel Drill Powered Mash Stirrer & Mixer | 1/4″ Hex Drive AG445

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Waterproof Heat Mat (Fermentation Temps)

Waterproof Heat Mat

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【MET STANDARD&WATERPROOF MATERIAL】: Made of heavy duty PVC material that is durable and tear resistant.The heating pad is rated to IP67 waterproof against splashes, showers and sprays and also easy to clean by rinsing and wiping
【UNIFORM& SUITABLE TEMPERATURE】: The seed starter provides consistent uniform heating at the right temperature around 20-30℃（68℉-86℉) which is ideal for seed starting and cutting propagation
【WIDE APPLICATION】: Works perfectly for spring plant starts,in the cold environment or any time your plants need a heat boost;Great for brewing kombucha,wine or other DIY fermentation projects;Heat the pet terrariums for your reptile pets;Ideal for most conditions indoors or outdoors
【MULTI-LAYER STRUCTURE】: The strong heating wire and upgraded thicker multi-layer structure offers more uniform heating and durability.The even heating distribution heating can avoid overheat or scorch the delicate roots
【ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN AND STORAGE】: The heater runs at only 18 Watts to help you save on electricity.When not in use,you just need to half fold up the heating mat in a storage box,very convenient to store

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You could use this in conjunction with a compatible temp controller to dial in fermentation temps.

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6 x White Labs Servomyces Yeast Nutrient from MoreBeer – $9.99 + Free Ship Eligible, Limited Availability

6 x Servomyces from MoreBeer

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Add servomyces to your beer to increase yeast health because healthy yeast make better tasting beer. Other benefits include a decrease in fermentation time and increased alcohol potential. Servomyces stimulates the uptake of maltose which results in drier beer with higher alcohol yields. It is made by saturating beer yeast with zinc and then drying it. Zinc is a missing nutrient in wort and is more readily absorbed from dead yeast cells than by adding it directly as a mineral. Originally available only to professional brewers, this wonderful yeast nutrient is now to the homebrewing community, thanks to White Labs and Lallemand. Since it’s introduction, we have been after White Labs to make a smaller, more easy-to-use version of the product. It wasn’t until our very own Shea Comfort came up with the capsule idea that they were able to move forward and deliver this “super food” to us! Olin Schultz of MoreBeer did an intial side-by-side trial batch using “Servo” and found the beer with servo started faster, fermented quicker, and finished 1 gravity point less than the control batch. While it is not a cure-all pill for your brew, it offers the serious home brewer an easy, effective way to help ensure yeast health. Servomyces was developed in Germany at the Weihenstephan brewing school and the Munich University, so of course it conforms to the German Purity Law! Contains 6 capsules good for 5 gallons of wort each. Add Servo in the last 10 minutes of the boil. If your ferment does not require a boil ( as in a mead), open the capsule and add the Servomyces directly.

Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $9.99 as a MoreBeer Deal of the Day. Shipping 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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North Mountain Supply Fermax Yeast Nutrient - 1 Pound Jar

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12 x Stainless Steel Portion Cups – for Hops and Boil Additions & More… $9.99, 83 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.

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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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Finding Wyeast 1764 Rogue Pacman Yeast – sources and substitutions

Rogue’s “Pacman” Yeast Strain is available to homebrewers via Wyeast 1764. This was a VSS (very special strain) limited release that happened back in 2006.

About: Wyeast 1764

Species : Ale

Fermentation Temp Range (°F) : 60-72
Apparent Attenuation Range (%) : 72-78
Flocculation : Medium-High
Alcohol Tolerance : 12%

Pitching/Fermentation : John Maier (Rogue Brewmaster) says it loves a 60 degree ferment. Pacman is alcohol tolerant, flocculent, attenuates well and will produce beers with little to no diacetyl.

Notes : Very mild fruit complements a dry, mineral finish making this a fairly neutral strain. Pacman’s flavor profile and performance makes it a great choice for use in many different beer styles.

Best Styles : American Pale Ale, American Amber Ale, American Brown Ale, Brown Porter, Cream Ale, Irish Red Ale, Strong Scotch Ale, Dry Stout, American Stout, Russian Imperial Stout, American IPA, Imperial IPA, American Barleywine, Fruit Beer, Spice/Herb/or Vegetable Beer, Christmas/Winter Specialty Spice Beer, Other Smoked Beer, Wood-Aged Beer

The press release:

Pacman strain to be released by Wyeast
June 22nd, 2006

Wyeast Laboratories, Inc. announces its new VSS (Very Special Strains) program for Homebrew Retailers. Special, new and rare strains of yeast will be made available to homebrewers.

Odell, Oregon June 21, 2006 Wyeast Laboratories has begun a new program for the promotion of its ACTIVATORTM Pure Pitchable Yeast packages sold by online suppliers and in homebrew retail shops around the world. The VSS program will feature Very Special Strains of beer, wine and distillers yeast, otherwise unavailable to homebrewers.

The VSS promotions will run quarterly. The inaugural selection of yeast strains currently being featured, are being made available June 1 through August 31. On this listing are three strains that were previously discontinued from Wyeasts regular lineup of strains: Wyeast 3763 Roeselare, Wyeast 3725 Biere de Garde, and Wyeast 4366 Distillers M-Strain. The second VSS promotion has a big surprise in its product mix: Wyeast Laboratories Marketing and Sales Manager Jon Graber reports that Rogue Ales has agreed to release its coveted PacMan Ale Yeast to homebrewers.

Were very appreciative of the generosity of spirit displayed by John Maier at Rogue Ales for allowing the release of PacMan to homebrewers says Graber. We hope to have more proprietary strains on future VSS promotions, but this is the one most requested by our homebrewing customers over the past 15 years, so were very excited that it is the first to be released in this way. This second promotion will run four months from September 1 until December 31. Additional strains will include Wyeast 3864 Canadian/Belgian ale yeast and one more, as yet undetermined.

Marketing for the VSS program will consist of 8½ by 5½ inch postcards listing the strains available and their fermentation profiles; plus other information useful to home brewers. Additional marketing support will come from Wyeasts new website, due to go on-line by midsummer. Strains to be included on each quarterly promotion will be announced one month in advance, to keep up suspense and build anticipation, and also to keep options open to Wyeast when new strains are obtained.

This no longer available but some close substitutions are…

Mangrove Jack’s US West Coast M44 Dried Yeast – M44 was at one time included in BrewCraftUSA’s Rogue Dead Guy Ale Clone – so that gives this some credibility as a close match to PacMan
White Labs Yeast | WLP051
White Labs Yeast | WLP090 San Diego Super Ale

Maybe a little further from 1764 but still in the ballpark

Safale US-05
LalBrew Nottingham
Wyeast 1056
Omega Yeast Labs NW Pacific Ale Liquid Yeast – some yeast strain charts have purportedly said this is the PacMan strain. This is feedback I’ve received, but I haven’t been able to find the actual chart

2x Mangrove Jack’s Yeast M44 US West Coast Craft Series Yeast 10g treats 23L

5x Mangrove Jack’s Yeast M44 US West Coast Craft Series Yeast 10g treats 23L

Mangrove Jack's US West Coast M44 Dried Yeast

Imperial Joystick A07 was said to be the Pacman strain but that has been discontinued. RVA Yeast Labs 103 is also said to be the Pacman strain.

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MoreBeer’s Whisper Aeration Pump – $14.99 + free ship eligible, Limited Availability

Whisper Aeration Pump via MoreBeer

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Designed to work with our 2 micron sintered stainless stone. 1/8″ barb output.

Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $14.99 as a MoreBeer Deal of the Day. Shipping 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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Hands on Review: Torpedo 10 Gallon Ball Lock Homebrew Kegs + Limited Time DEAL on Used 15 Gallon Kegs!

Updated: February 20, 2025

Larger 10 and 15 gallon homebrew kegs have been very hard to find… for years. There have been a couple sources, eBay was a best bet, but that was touch and go at best. When you could find one, prices were… outrageous. $300++ for a used 10 gallon keg would not be uncommon. Again, that’s IF you could find one.

Great news homebrewers…. MoreBeer has introduced 10 and 15 gallon homebrew ball lock kegs via their Torpedo line of kegs and accessories. These are BRAND NEW kegs that are (hopefully) readily available at a reasonable price.

Why a larger 10 or 15 gallon homebrew keg?

The first and most obvious answer is for large batch brewers. If you brew 10 or 15 gallon batches, it sure would be nice to have a keg that fits your entire batch. Even if you don’t brew 10 gallons, you may want to brew a couple 5 gallon batches of the same beer (much like professional brewers do) and keg it in a single keg.

A less obvious answer to the question is… to use as a fermenter. Kegs are well-built stainless steel vessels that are pressure capable. You can easily move them around and they are built to be bumped around a bit. Using a keg opens up some really interesting possibilities…. fermenting under pressure with a Spunding Valve [See: Build a Spunding Valve! – How and Why], naturally carbonating in the fermenter/Krausening (again with the aid of a Spunding Valve), transferring under pressure, oxygen-free (or near oxygen-free) transfers, re-purposing expelled CO2 and more.

A third application is similar to the second… Use as a UniVessel. Ferment and serve in the same vessel. Save time and simplify your process.

Limited Time DEAL on Used 15 Gallon Torpedo Kegs!

Torpedo Keg | Ball Lock Keg | Stainless Steel Corny Keg | 15 gal.

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This used Torpedo ball lock 15 gallon keg has the same great features and superior quality as its predecessors, and will allow large-scale homebrewers to fit their entire batch into a single keg. These kegs are laser welded by an ISO certified commercial keg manufacturer, so you won’t find any nooks or crannies for contaminants to hide. Made with rolled stainless steel handles that are comfortable to grab. “In” and “Out” are etched near the keg posts for a quick and mistake-free set up when connecting lines in a refrigerator or kegerator. The 15 gallon kegs can be stacked on top of each other with ball lock fittings still attached.
Specifications:

Total Capacity: 15.2 gal.
Max Pressure: 130 psi
PRV Rating: 85 psi
Height: 24.75″
Diameter: 16.05″
Made from 304 Stainless Steel
Shipping Box Dimensions: 25-3/4″ H x 18″ L x 18″ W
Weight: 32.16 lbs
These kegs are used but in excellent condition. I have a good number of these but when they are gone they are gone and tough to find. They have only been rinsed and examined during refurbishing so Corny Keg recommends that you clean and sanitize before use. The kegs pictured are stock photos of new kegs but these used kegs look great and will perform like new or we will take them back.

cornykeg,com has a limited number of used 15 gallon Torpedo Ball Locks.
These are are on sale for just $135. That’s over $100 off list and a bargain for a 15 gallon keg!
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Used Torpedo 15 Gallon Ball Lock Corny Keg

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For comparison the other 15 gallon keg offering they have is selling for a whopping… $735.95. Generally speaking, I would say that’s market price. These older 15 gallon Cornelius kegs are hard to find. Granted this isn’t an apples to apples comparison, but the idea is sold. $135 is a stellar deal.

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Announcing: Lallemand Sourvisiae at MoreBeer!

Lallemand | Sourvisiae® Ale Yeast | Lactic Acid Producing Dry Beer Yeast via MoreBeer

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Sourvisiae® is a modern fermentation solution that produces sour beers through one simple fermentation step
Clean and neutral flavor, ideal for traditional and modern sour beer styles and an excellent base for fruited sours
Sourvisiae® is a bioengineered (GMO) strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Lallemand premium brewing yeast offers brewers unmatched consistency, reliability and purity from one batch of beer to the next

Sourvisiae® is a bioengineered ale yeast strain (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) capable of producing lactic acid during fermentation to provide brewers with an easy, reproducible, and mono-culture product for sour-style beer production.

Sourvisiae® contains a single genetic modification, a lactate dehydrogenase gene from a food microorganism, which enables the yeast to produce high levels of lactic acid, the main compound that gives sour beers their flavor. Sourvisiae® allows the brewer to ferment and sour the beer in one simple step, reducing cross-contamination risks, lowering costs, cutting total process time, and allowing brewers to obtain a consistent product. The brewing process is conducted without any modifications; Sourvisiae® is pitched just like conventional yeast and ferments in a normal fermentation time. Sourvisiae® does not produce other flavor compounds associated with Brettanomyces, Lachancea, or Lactic Acid Bacteria, providing a cleaner and more reproducible souring process, with much shorter fermentation times.

Microbiological Properties
Classified as a bioengineered Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a top-fermenting yeast. Finished product is released to the market only after passing a rigorous series of tests. *According to the ASBC and EBC methods of analysis.

Typical Analysis of Sourvisiae® Yeast:

Percent solids 93% – 96%
Living Yeast Cells ≥ 5 x 10 9 per gram of dry yeast
Wild Yeast < 1 per 10 6 yeast cells
Bacteria < 1 per 10 6 yeast cells

Brewing Properties
In Lallemand’s standard conditions, wort at 20°C (68°F), Sourvisiae® yeast exhibits:

Vigorous fermentation that can be completed in 5 days
Medium to High Attenuation and Medium to High Flocculation
Highly acidic and slightly fruity flavor and aroma

The optimal temperature range for Sourvisiae® yeast when producing traditional styles is 15°C (59°F) to 22°C (72°F).

Fermentation rate, fermentation time and degree of attenuation are dependent on inoculation density, yeast handling, fermentation temperature and nutritional quality of the wort.

Attenuation may appear lower due to the formation of lactic acid. Production of lactic acid does not result in a loss of CO2. When sugar is consumed to produce lactic acid, there is no change in density. Therefore, the amount of residual sugar in the finished beer is lower than the final density would imply.

This yeast produces a very acidic beer, with final beer pHs in the range of 3.0 and lactic acid in the range of 8 – 15g/L. Vigorous fermentation can be completed within 5 days.

The resulting flavor and aroma profile of the beer is a slightly fruity acidic beer. Because of the resulting low pH and highly acidic conditions, we do not recommend re-pitching this yeast.

Flavor and Aroma
Tangy, sour, slightly fruity

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Offer limited to colors and stock on hand. When they’re gone, they’re gone!

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MoreBeer 2,000 mL Erlenmeyer Flask – $19.99 + Free Ship Eligible, Limited Availability, Matches 2020 Deal

2,000 mL/2 Liter Borosilicate Flask from MoreBeer for making yeast starters.

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These Erlenmeyer flasks help the best brewers to make large yeast starters to get their beer fermenting fast. Large populations of active yeast help ensure a healthy fermentation, free of off flavors. One of our favorite things about the Erlenmeyer flasks is that you can boil your starters directly in them!

Our large 2000ml Erlenmyer Flask is the ideal vessel to make a large yeast starter for 5 gallon lagers and high gravity brews. Because it is made from borosilicate glass you can move it from a boil on your gas stove into a cold water bath for cooling, without the risk of cracking. (We do not recommend the use of an electric element. If this cannot be avoided, we recommend using a larger pot as a hot water bath on the stove.) This means you can do the whole process in one container, keeping it simple and helping to reduce the risk of contamination when transferring from one container to another.

Recommended Process for Use of Flask:
Double Boiler Method

It is important for your safety to heat water in the flask with a heat source that distributes heat evenly. Our manufacturer has confirmed that direct heat to the glass can break down its integrity and break if the heat source doesn’t distribute evenly.

Morebeer! recommends using the “double boiler method.” This process involves using a boiling water bath on the outside of the flask to heat up the water inside the flask. All you need is a kettle 3 gallons or larger. This process is much safer and efficient. If the flask should break or boil over, your kettle will be there to collect the contents, thus keeping your stove clean and keeping you away from potential harm.

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Massive 2L (2000mL) Capacity
Made from Borosilicate Glass
Fantastic price for a flask of this size
Produced for MoreBeer!
6.5″ base 2.5″ top 10.75″H

Why make a yeast starter? (from our FAQ)
We build starters for 3 main reasons. First, to ensure yeast health. By making a starter 1-3 days in advance, you ensure that your yeast is healthy and strong and ready to do its job. Second, to create more yeast. By making the starter you will increase the cell count of the yeast, giving you a better chance of keeping bacteria’s and wild yeasts from fermenting your wort. Third, if you are making high gravity beers. If you are making a high gravity beer (1.060+) you will need more yeast to start the ferment faster. High gravity beers will also finish more completely when you pitch ample quantities of yeast.

In the lab world, these flasks are known as “Student Grade”. A great flask for making yeast starters!(Student grade is not the highest grade flasks and will have minor defects)

Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $19.99 as a MoreBeer Deal of the Day. Shipping 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.

Product Description – Here – Use coupon code BEERDEAL to get this discount.

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From the “prices on everything continue to skyrocket” department, this matches a deal of the day that was offered in May of 2020.

Deal valid 2/19/25 while supplies last. Note that the last time this deal was offered was back on 10/18/24

Flask, ERLENMEYER Narrow Mouth ~ PYREX Glass 2L

StonyLab Glass 24/40 Erlenmeyer Flask, Borosilicate Glass Heavy Wall Flask with 24/40 Standard Taper Outer Joint, 2 L

2000ml Erlenmeyer Flask with Rubber Stopper (Single)

Corning 5100-2L Pyrex Wide Mouth Erlenmeyer Flask with Heavy Duty Rim, Graduated, 2000mL Capacity

Cole-Parmer Laboratory Grade Glass Erlenmeyer Flask, 2000 mL

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A stir plate keeps yeast in constant contact with nutrients, encourages CO2 to off gas and continuously incorporates oxygen all of that means higher cell counts.

ANZESER Magnetic Stirrer + Stir Bar, 3L Capacity

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ANZESER Magnetic Stir Plate

Magnetic Stirrer w/Stir Bar, 2000mL Stir Plate, 2000RPM Magnetic Stir Plate, Magnetic Mixer

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SMALL SIZE, HIGH SPEED: Our magnetic stirrer is small, weighing only 5.6 ounces, but the stirring speed can reach a maximum of 2000RPM, and low-speed stirring is also stable.
CONVENIENT TO CARRY, EASY TO OPERATE: The magnetic stir plate comes with an adapter and a USB cable. You can either plug the adapter into a traditional socket or connect the USB cable to any USB port to start the device. It is convenient to carry and meet the needs of different scenes.
LARGE STIRRING CAPACITY: This mini stir plate can stir up to 68 ounces of low-viscosity liquids, which is very suitable for different stirring needs such as homemade yeast starter.
WIDELY USED: very suitable for stirring in fields such as scientific research, industry, agriculture, medicine, schools, and home brewing.
CONTACT US: Each magnetic mxier has undergone quality inspection. If there is any problem, you can easily contact the seller. The package includes a user manual, main unit, power adapter, and magnetic stirring bar.

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Use this in combination with an Erlenmeyer Flask to make a yeast starter. A stir plate… keeps yeast in constant contact with nutrients, encourages CO2 to off gas and continuously incorporates oxygen all of that means higher cell counts.

Note from HBF: Beaker is not included

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Hands On Review: Inkbird ITC-308 Dual Stage Temperature Controller

Updated: February 17, 2025

Inkbird’s ITC-308 Digital Dual Stage Temperature Controller is a dual stage, pre-wired Digital Temperature Controller

The ITC-308 comes in the original version as well as an updated Wi-Fi enabled model. This review covers both editions of this controller.

Why a Temp Controller?

Temperature controllers, sometimes referred to as over-riding thermostats, can control devices like refrigerators, freezers and fermentation heating devices to provide a consistent temperature for your kegerator, fermentation chamber or brew system. They do this by monitoring the temperature and cycling on and off the device in question. Generally, you will set the device to full cooling or heating power and the temperature controller takes over from there.

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Different listings or combos for the ITC-308 may be available – search Amazon for “Inkbird Digital Temperature Controller” – to see what variations may be available

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Inkbird ITC-308 Digital Dual Stage Temp Controller [Kegerator or Fermentation] – $24.99 w/30% off coupon

Inkbird ITC-308 WiFi Digital Dual Stage Temp Controller – $34.99 w/30% off Coupon

Dual vs Single Stage

Dual stage means that the ITC-308 can control both a heating and cooling device. Alternatively, it can control a heating or a cooling device. This controller displays in Fahrenheit and Centigrade. Dual Display shows both measured and set temperature.

Hands on Review Inkbird’s ITC-308 Temp Controller

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Winters PEM Series Steel All Purpose Pressure Gauge – $7.96 + Spunding Valve Resource Post

Winters PEM Series Steel Dual Scale Economical All Purpose Pressure Gauge

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DRY PRESSURE GAUGE: Make sure your machine is functioning at peak performance! This pressure gauge is made of brass wetted parts for measuring non-corrosive liquid & gas pressure. Great for HVAC, pneumatic, hydraulic systems, air compressors & more.
DUAL SCALE GAUGE: This pressure gauge features a dual-scale gauge 0-15 psi/kPa and can be installed anywhere in the circuit to easily measure pressure at any point. With an acrylic lens for maximum clarity, providing accurate, clear readings at all times
STURDY & IP52 CERTIFIED: This circular dial is enclosed in a steel case for environmental protection and is IP52 certified for protection against dust or liquids. This pressure gauge is built to last, so you can count on it when the pressure mounts.
ACCURATE RESULT: Its display accuracy is + or - 3/2/3% over the entire range of the gauge (ASME B40.100 Grade B) & has a 1/4-inch NPT male connection in the lower mount. Perfect fit with no leaks and is easy to read.
PRODUCT DETAILS: Variation: PEM Economy Pressure Gauge. Dial Size: 2" (50mm.) Dimension: 3 x 2 x 1.2 inches. Accuracy: +/- 3-2-3%. Material: Bronze and Brass. Case: Steel painted Black. For non-clogging and non-corroding media.

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I use a similar sort of gauge gauge (different specs, manufacturer and model) in my Spunding Valve Build. A Spunding Valve allows you to ferment under pressure, naturally and precisely carbonate in the keg, fix over-carbonated beers and more.

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Inkbird ITC-308 Digital Dual Stage Temp Controller [Kegerator or Fermentation]

ITC-308 Dual Stage, Pre-Wired Digital Temperature Controller by Inkbird

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Convenient Design: Plug and play, easy to use; Support Celsius or Fahrenheit reading
Dual Relay Output: Support to connect with refrigeration and heating equipment at the same time
Dual Display Windows: You can view the measured temperature and set temperature at the same time
High and low-temperature: Buzzer alarms when the temperature reaches preset temps
Maximum output load: 1100 W (110 V)
Calibration and Compressor Delay: It comes with temperature calibration and compressor delay which can protect your refrigeration

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This controller can control both a heating and cooling device. Alternatively, it can control a heating or a cooling device.

Use to control fermentation or kegerator temperatures. This is a great controller. Check out my Hands on Review

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Inkbird ITC-308 WiFi Digital Dual Stage Temp Controller

ITC-308 Dual Stage, Pre-Wired Digital Temperature Controller with WI-FI by Inkbird

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WIFI smart controller: Supports both IOS and Android; WIFI connection supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi with INKBIRD APP to control the temperature remotely
Dual Relay Outputs: the controller will turn on/off refrigeration and heating equipment as conditions change
High and Low-Temperature Alarm: The controller will alarm when the temperature reaches the preset temperatures or the sensor experiences a malfunction
Convenient Design: Plug-n-play, easy to use; support Celsius or Fahrenheit reading, as well as temperature calibration
Maximum output load: 1100 W (110 V)
Calibration and Compressor Delay: Supports temperature calibration and compressor delay which can protect your refrigeration

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This controller can control both a heating and cooling device. Alternatively, it can control a heating or a cooling device.

In my opinion the original ITC-308 was and is a game changer as far as homebrew temp controllers. In comparison to available controllers available at the time the ITC-308 was released, it offered loads more features, including dual stage control, for a fraction of the price. Game changer! The addition of Wi-Fi control and monitoring to this great controller has made a great temp controller even better. Check out our Hands on Review of the ITC-308. That includes a section on the WiFi version.

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Also: Yeast Starters & Fermentation | Kegerator Tips & Gear | Inkbird ITC308 Review

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Inkbird ITC-308 WiFi Digital Dual Stage Temp Controller

ITC-308 Dual Stage, Pre-Wired Digital Temperature Controller with WI-FI by Inkbird

More Info

Highlighted Features

WIFI smart controller: Supports both IOS and Android; WIFI connection supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi with INKBIRD APP to control the temperature remotely
Dual Relay Outputs: the controller will turn on/off refrigeration and heating equipment as conditions change
High and Low-Temperature Alarm: The controller will alarm when the temperature reaches the preset temperatures or the sensor experiences a malfunction
Convenient Design: Plug-n-play, easy to use; support Celsius or Fahrenheit reading, as well as temperature calibration
Maximum output load: 1100 W (110 V)
Calibration and Compressor Delay: Supports temperature calibration and compressor delay which can protect your refrigeration

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This controller can control both a heating and cooling device. Alternatively, it can control a heating or a cooling device.

Also: Yeast Starters & Fermentation | Kegerator Tips & Gear | Inkbird ITC308 Review

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Inkbird ITC-308 Digital Temperature Controller 2-Stage Outlet Thermostat Heating and Cooling Mode Carboy Homebrew Fermenter Greenhouse Terrarium 110V 10A

Inkbird WiFi ITC-308 Digital Temperature Controller Thermostat Remote Monitoring Controlling Home Brewing Fermentation Breeding Incubation Greenhouse

Johnson Controls A421ABG-02C A421 Series Electronic Temperature Control with Pre Wired Power Cord, -40 to 212 Degree F Temperature Range,Silver

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$35.00 ($2.30 / oz)

$49.99

$129.99

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Inkbird ITC-308 Digital Temperature Controller 2-Stage Outlet Thermostat Heating and Cooling Mode Carboy Homebrew Fermenter Greenhouse Terrarium 110V 10A

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$35.00 ($2.30 / oz)

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Inkbird WiFi ITC-308 Digital Temperature Controller Thermostat Remote Monitoring Controlling Home Brewing Fermentation Breeding Incubation Greenhouse

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$49.99

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Johnson Controls A421ABG-02C A421 Series Electronic Temperature Control with Pre Wired Power Cord, -40 to 212 Degree F Temperature Range,Silver

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