Homebrew Finds

FoodSaver FSFSSL0320-000 Sportsman Vacuum Sealer - $154.33 Shipped

2013-06-18T21:44:00.001-05:00

This Sportsman FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer has recently sold for $179.99. The price has dropped to $154.33. Shipping is free.

Why would you want a FoodSaver for homebrewing?

Vacuum sealers are indispensable for storing hops. You can save money by getting in on bulk hop buys. Use your vacuum sealer to break these up and to preserve freshness. You can also store specialty grains in vacuum bags or using the mason jar attachment. Other uses include: storing base grains, partial dry yeast packs (see the tips page) and storing and preserving other beer ingredients.

FoodSaver FSFSSL0320-000 Sportsman Vacuum Sealer, Black - $154.33

Pinned: *Grain Mill *Double Wall Growler *Propane Burner *5.2 Cu Ft Freezer *Shelving

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Stainless Double Wall Growler - $22.80, New Record Low Price

2013-06-18T21:38:00.001-05:00

This has fallen to a new record low Amazon price of $22.80. Shipping is free with a $25 order. This is a great deal. For comparison, the similar Hydro Flask is selling for $44.99.

64 oz, 18/8 Stainless, Double Walled Growler. Vacuum insulation keeps beer cold.

I have one of these and it's a thing of beauty. Check out my extensive Hands on Review. This growler is a Top Find!

Lifeline 7500 Silver Stainless Steel Growler - 64 oz. Capacity - $22.80 + Free Shipping with $25 order

Also available in black and white...
Lifeline 7500WH White Stainless Steel Growler - 64 oz. Capacity

Lifeline 7500BK Black Stainless Steel Growler - 64 oz. Capacity

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Ball Lock Kegs - $45 + Shipping

2013-06-18T18:18:00.000-05:00

A new batch of these has been listed...

Used 5 Gallon ball lock kegs. These are selling for $45 plus shipping. The seller offers a discount for 3+. The seller is also accepting offers through eBay's Make Offer feature.

Reader Feedback Updates:
Anonymous 6/5/13 - Took a risk and bought a few cornies from this guy. He was responsive and seemed legit in our emails so I'm not too concerned. I was able to get him to use USPS instead of the listed UPS, which got the shipping price down quite a bit. He apparently sold 250 kegs locally yesterday and has around 90 of his better condition ones still available. I will update when I receive my kegs

Corey 6/10/13 - I just purchased 3 kegs from the seller. He seems legit and willing to negotiate. I ended up getting 3 kegs for just over $50 per keg including shipping. He was willing to use USPS to save a little extra. Overall very happy with the deal and will follow up once I receive the kegs. I would note that buyers negotiatng should beware that the sellers math is terrible. He tried to counter offer with $41 per keg which was clearly an error and too good to be true.

Greg F 6/13/13 - Well my 4 kegs arrived and I'm happy to say they were all in very good condition and passed a quick pressure test. No complaints =)

5 Gallon Keg For Homebrewing, Beer And Soda - $45 + Shipping

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Reader Tip: Kenmore Chest Freezer - $204.99 + free in store picup

2013-06-18T15:24:00.003-05:00

Thanks to HBF Reader Dustin for this tip!

This Kenmore Chest Freezer normally sells for $279.99. It's on sale for $229.99. Use promo code 25OFF125 and the price falls to $204.99. In store pickup is free.

Use for a kegerator or a fermenation deep freeze.

Kenmore 8.8 cu. ft. Chest Freezer (1692) - $204.99 + free in store pickup

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Hands On: Double Wall Stainless Steel Pilsner Style Tumbler

2013-06-18T14:52:00.001-05:00

Since I'm apparently obsessed with all things double-walled, I picked up this double wall stainless steel Pilsner Glass.

Just sitting there

For size reference, sitting next to a typical shaker style glass. I'll always remember that day at Kona Brewing Company.

Next to a 64 oz Double Wall Growler (review), a 40 oz Double Wall Growler (review) and an 18 Double Wall Bottle. That's right, I said 18 oz. I wish they made more sizes!

Now I'm just getting wacky. For size reference... next to a 64 oz Double Wall Growler, a 40 oz Double Wall Growler, a 18 Double Wall Bottle and a submersible thermometer. Look for a future post on the thermometer.

Filled with beer... Yay beer!

Versus a shaker glass. Sitting outside at around 6:58 PM. It is around 82 deg F. The shaker glass, as expected, nearly immediately starts to form condensation on the outside.

7:02 PM. The first noticeable condensation drip on the standard pint glass.

7:15 PM. The double wall Pilsner glass remains condensation free. 17 minutes outside. No beer should have to put up with that!

7:15 Close Up on Pint Glass

7:15 Close Up on Double Wall Pilsner Glass

8:03 PM. Condensation runs in the streets as the double wall Pilsner glass slays standard glasses everywhere!

8:03 PM. Nearly condensation free. Small beads of water are starting to form at the top. An hour and 5 minutes has elapsed. I really didn't expect this to perform this well.

Small beads of condensation.

This glass did have a padded bottom. I didn't think that was the best wondering how it would work when it came time to wash, so... I ripped it off. Mine came off easily. I'm sure intentions were good in placing that there, but I wasn't a fan. It works dandy without the padded bottom. Also.... the temp test was completed without the padded bottom in place.

Some stainless vessels have an issue with foaming. If the surface is rough those rough spots serve as nucleation points, causing excessive foaming. When I first poured beer in this I got a little more foaming than I wanted. The glass was at a warm-ish room temperature. I stopped pouring and rinsed the glass in cool tap water. The second attempt was great, no foaming issues.

Overall... this is a great glass. It looks and functions great.

16OZ DOUBLE WALL SS TUMBLER - $3.40 + $4.99 Shipping

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More Beer: Two BrewSculptures on Sale - One Ships for Free

2013-06-18T13:18:00.001-05:00

More Beer just put two different versions of their BrewSculpture Brewing Systems on sale...

More Beer's BrewSculptures usually ship by Common Carrier. You pay actual shipping charges. This 10 Gallon System is discounted by $250 and also ships for free. Also, BrewScupltures are usually built to order. Quoted Build time is 6-7 Weeks. This one is pre-built and ready to ship.

10 Gallon Flat BrewSculpture - Free Shipping! - ~~$3995~~ $3745

No waiting 6-7 weeks for this to get built. This is pre-built and ready to ship.

10 Gallon Tippy-Dump BrewSculpture - ~~$3000~~ $2600

Check out the comment added to this post:
Love my 10 gallon Tippy sculpture. Looked at making something similar and parts alone were a large % of the cost. Add in all the stainless welds and fabrication and this became a decent, albeit expensive, deal. Shipping from CA to VA was really high, but not unexpected.

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The Hops Shack: 10% Off All Ingredients

2013-06-18T13:05:00.003-05:00

from The Hops Shack:

Use coupon code gloom to get 10% off all ingredients at The Hops Shack.

Check out our full selection of bulk hops, or our hops by the ounce - domestic - imported

Label Peelers: Belgian IPA Kit on Sale, 20% Off Wine Kits and More

2013-06-18T13:02:00.003-05:00

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Island Mist Blackberry Cabernet
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Chocolate Orange Port

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This is a limited edition kit, only available through pre-order, so get yours now at this special price.

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Chocolate Raspberry Port

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4 Pack 13 oz Barkeepers Friend Cleanser - $8.37, $2.09 Each

2013-06-18T11:58:00.001-05:00

Bar Keepers Friend is a must for cleaning stainless steel.

This four pack of 13 oz soft cleanser has recently sold for $19.99. It has dropped to $8.37. That figures to $2.09 each. These ship for free as part of the Amazon's Add On promotion. Items that are part of that promotion ship for free with a qualifying $25 order.

Bar Keeper's Friend Soft Cleanser 13 oz Bottle (Set of 4) - $8.37 + Ships Free as an Add-On

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Midwest Supplies: 1 Gallon Wine Kits

2013-06-18T11:48:00.002-05:00

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Summer Time Is Fruit Wine Season!
Make fresh fruit wines from fruit from your own garden or farmer's market. Impress your friends and family with your own vintage of fruit wine. It's easy and fun with the Midwest Supplies 1 Gallon Fruit Winemaking Kit. This kit includes everything you need to make one gallon of wine from your favorite fruit. Experiment throughout the summer as new fruits come into season.

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Midwest Supplies - Discounted Blemished Stainless Kettles

2013-06-18T11:33:00.004-05:00

Thanks to Twitter Follower Scott for this tip! Connect with us on Twitter - Here

Midwest Supplies has a limited number of stainless kettles with minor surface blemishes. 8, 10 and 15 gallon sizes are available. Check it out Here

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More Beer: 2,000 mL Erlenmeyer Flask - $15.95

2013-06-18T11:24:00.004-05:00

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

Erlenmeyer Flask (2000 ml) Y430 - $15.95 + Free Shipping with $59 Order

Availability: This is a More Beer Deal of the Day. Quantities are limited. Check the Deal of the Day section - Here - to see if this is still available.

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