en-GB Australia & New Zealand Homebrewing Forum Australia & New Zealand homebrewing beer forum & brewing classifieds. Home brew forums for beer recipes, beer making kits, classifieds, homebrew clubs, Australian craft beer reviews. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:20:18 +0000 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:20:18 +0000 Australia & New Zealand Homebrewing Forum https://aussiehomebrewer.com/ BIAB no chill and Hop stands Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:51:53 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/biab-no-chill-and-hop-stands.105645/ urn:xenforo:thread:105645 invalid@example.com (Happybird) Happybird Hi,

I've been brewing kits with specialty grains and hop stands for about a year now and I get some good results with this. But I want to move to an all grain BIAB no chill for a 10 litre batch and see how it goes. I was going to do an American amber ale recipe I got given form a micro brewery in the area and I scaled down from 4000L but maybe this will be too adventurous for the first time so I'm thinking of doing the David Heath American Amber Ale...

Read more]]> 2 Keep One, Drop One - Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:44:28 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/keep-one-drop-one.105625/ urn:xenforo:thread:105625 invalid@example.com (AHB_Admin) AHB_Admin Let's see if we can keep this going. The object is to take one word from the pair and make another two-word saying.

Example:

Cold Beer
House Beer
Brewing Beer

RULES:
Only post two words, no other comments
Use either word, not both
Can't "add" the letter "s" at the end of a word.
If two posters reply at the same time, confusing, they must wait for someone else to post and clean up the mess!!


Let's start with:

Home Brew]]> 243 Brewery clear-out - control panel parts, elements, stainless, Blichmann - Brisbane Sun, 13 Sep 2026 04:34:32 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/brewery-clear-out-control-panel-parts-elements-stainless-blichmann-brisbane.105646/ urn:xenforo:thread:105646 invalid@example.com (CamM) CamM G'day all,

Long-time lurker, short-time poster these days. I stopped brewing about ten years ago when the kids arrived and the gear has been sitting in boxes ever since. I'm not getting back into it, so it's time someone else got some use out of this.

Most of it is a half-finished electric HLT/kettle build that never got commissioned. A lot of it is brand new and never installed.

Prices are in AUD. Pickup Brisbane. Happy to post the small stuff at buyer's cost. Bank transfer or cash on...

Read more]]> 2 What are you brewing 2025 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:10:10 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/what-are-you-brewing-2025.105266/ urn:xenforo:thread:105266 invalid@example.com (philrob) philrob New thread for this year.]]> 92 KegLand Questions and Answers Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:47:08 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/kegland-questions-and-answers.98306/ urn:xenforo:thread:98306 invalid@example.com (KegLand-com-au) KegLand-com-au This thread is because we have been getting some questions from our customers and often we are answering the same questions to multiple different people and perhaps the more efficient way to handle these questions is through a public forum.

Also as we feel that we have a team of staff with a fairly wide range of experience especially in the keg dispensing hardware field we feel that this can also be an area for customers to ask us about specific advice on how to use gear.

It should be...

Read more]]> 8025 Needing info 🙏 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:54:24 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/needing-info-%F0%9F%99%8F.105644/ urn:xenforo:thread:105644 invalid@example.com (Russ H) Russ H G'day all, hope all is well..
I've just purchased my first brew kit and am a small bit confused how to make my beer around 3.5 to 4 %.
I've got 1kg malt booster (blend #15)
1.7 kg beermaker's draft, yeast m44 10g.
How much water do I ad to drop alcohol percentage?
Any information would be fantastic.
Cheers 🍻]]> 2 4V All-Electric HERMS Brew Table – BCS462 Controlled Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:13:30 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/4v-all-electric-herms-brew-table-%E2%80%93-bcs462-controlled.105514/ urn:xenforo:thread:105514 invalid@example.com (duck) duck Fully featured 4-vessel electric HERMS system, built for efficient double and triple-batch brewing. I no longer have the space or power capacity to run it, so it’s available for sale. If there is no interest in the complete table after 2 weeks I will consider selling individual components.

System Control​

  • BCS462 (Embedded Control Concepts) web-based automation
  • Supports step mashing, temperature control, and process sequencing
  • Pre-configured Pale Ale and...

Read more]]> 5 Full G30 Grainfather Setup for Sale. Only used 4 times Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:15:45 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/full-g30-grainfather-setup-for-sale-only-used-4-times.105634/ urn:xenforo:thread:105634 invalid@example.com (gregirons) gregirons Full G30 Grainfather setup for sale. 2 conical fermenters and also a chiller and hot water urn.

Purchased a few years back and never really got into it. Just been sitting in shed since which is such a waste. Only used for four brews. They need a bit of a cleanup but heaps of extras including tilt measurement things, grain cruncher, bottle Capper, brand new extra rolled plates. Every bit and bob I could collect. I can't even remember what some of them do. They all need a good dust clean up...

Read more]]> 2 Anyone else here gave up on kegs? Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:40:57 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/anyone-else-here-gave-up-on-kegs.105643/ urn:xenforo:thread:105643 invalid@example.com (SMOKEU) SMOKEU I've made about 50 batches of all grain beer of various styles over the years, and I was convinced to get a keg setup from many other brewers. I got a second-hand keg fridge, and a new keg, CO2 regulator, fittings, etc.

The problem is that as soon as I'd get home and set it up, there would be a leak. I lost a Sodastream bottle full of CO2 initially, then half a keg of beer. Due to limited space in my keg fridge I would have to frequently connect and disconnect the fittings, and there's...

Read more]]> 8 Way out West First sunday of the month Mon, 07 Sep 2026 21:55:47 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/way-out-west-first-sunday-of-the-month.105642/ urn:xenforo:thread:105642 invalid@example.com (clickeral) clickeral Not sure who is on the forums these days

Or who is out Ballarat ways, im trying to meet new people who are also in the brewing scene as im in the process or moving back up here

Way out west home brew club is having a meeting at Red Duck (2pm),on sunday the 13th)

https://facebook.com/events/s/fsotm-on-the-ssotm-at-red-duck/1863626424802370/

Red duck does some good drops as well

Ive got a couple of options to share, and always keen to chat brewing

Post settling in to my new...

Read more]]> 1 Bottling in champagne bottles Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:25:03 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/bottling-in-champagne-bottles.60/ urn:xenforo:thread:60 invalid@example.com (RegBadgery) RegBadgery With the festive season approaching there'll be loads of champagne and sparkling wine bottles in the recycling tubs. I like these as they're very sturdy and well suited to any highly carbonated brews.

If you have a bench capper with a removable capping bell you can make use of these bottles by purchasing a tirage bell. Though available at many homebrew stores, the best price I've found was via Grain and Grape in Victoria - around 6-7 dollars (as opposed to up to $18 at some other...

Read more]]> 50 newbie help Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:24:31 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/newbie-help.105641/ urn:xenforo:thread:105641 invalid@example.com (riverflush) riverflush Hi there! I recently did my first brew (23L pale ale) and can't remember what i need to get for the next one. I remember using a can of some brand pale ale plus added special sugars or carbs that came in a packet.

1) what do i actually need to buy again? Just the can, the sugars, and the yeast?

2) best/cheap places to buy online

thank u:)))))]]> 3 For Sale: Keg King Thermentor King Max Glycol Chiller – Melbourne Pickup Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:56:53 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/for-sale-keg-king-thermentor-king-max-glycol-chiller-%E2%80%93-melbourne-pickup.105619/ urn:xenforo:thread:105619 invalid@example.com (maggotbrain65) maggotbrain65 Hi All,

I've upgraded to a Kegland RAPT glycol chiller , so my old Keg King Thermentor King Max is now available. It's been a solid little unit for fermentation.


Key details:
  • Great for holding stable fermentation temperatures (heating and cooling) on 30-60L setups with a proper insulated jacket and coolig coil.
  • Not really suitable for crash chilling – that's the main limitation, so pricing reflects that.
  • Retail new is about $550, but I'm happy to let...

Read more]]> 1 Fermentation Fridge with controller -- NW Sydney Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:38:27 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/fermentation-fridge-with-controller-nw-sydney.105640/ urn:xenforo:thread:105640 invalid@example.com (mb-squared) mb-squared Westinghouse Freestyle fridge used as a fermenter (1 50L and 1 30L keg at same time) with STC controller. Still working well but downsizing and so need to sell. $100]]> 0 QABC 2026 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:52:49 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/qabc-2026.105639/ urn:xenforo:thread:105639 invalid@example.com (-ThirstyBrewer-) -ThirstyBrewer- Hi Everyone

Is anyone else’s qabc entries showing as unpaid on the portal despite the fees being paid? PayPal has confirmed payment but the portal isn’t reflecting it. Wondering if it’s a delay on their end syncing payments, or something specific to my account. Keen to hear if others are seeing the same thing, or if there’s a known fix / who to contact to sort it out.]]> 1 Aussie Seppo sayin’ g’day Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:56:58 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/aussie-seppo-sayin%E2%80%99-g%E2%80%99day.105636/ urn:xenforo:thread:105636 invalid@example.com (tymmit-au) tymmit-au Total noob but rarin’ to learn. Im from inner Melbs and have a lifelong addiction to diet soft drinks and caffeine. Approx 6-8 liters a day. Doc said that even sugarless, my sugar levels are still really high. I have no appetite and I just spent my first full day caffeine free. Soda stream is what I would prefer, but I tried a mixed berry kombucha at woolies today and I think, while not sweet, it wasn’t bad. Also sampled a ginger beer flavor and had to stop from spitting out in the cup...

Read more]]> 8 Boags Wizard Smith English Ale Tue, 25 Aug 2026 03:54:39 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/boags-wizard-smith-english-ale.60883/ urn:xenforo:thread:60883 invalid@example.com (nqtrancer) nqtrancer Got a chance to try this lately.
My god, i think i've fallen in love with a new style of beer.

It reminded me a little bit of unfermented wort, but it was very smooth.

Anyone got any idea how to make a similar style beer?
The guy at the brewery said it was all crystal malt with no bittering using POR for aroma etc.

Excellent beer IMO.

This was the first beer that i have had that was a "english ale" ... is this an actual style? no bittering/gets sweeter as it gets warm?

edit...

Read more]]> 30 For Sale BeerDroid & Kegs - Full setup Sydney Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:51 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/for-sale-beerdroid-kegs-full-setup-sydney.105638/ urn:xenforo:thread:105638 invalid@example.com (WhiskeyBravo) WhiskeyBravo Sold as a package deal only.


Sydney Region. I am based in South West but happy to meet half way or deliver within a max 2 hour drive.


Everything is less than 2 years old, with a lot of stuff around a year old. Some stuff hasn’t been used. See the photos to see what comes with it all.


Any questions let me know. Great setup but alas it is not for me. I just don’t have the time, space or desire anymore. Easily over $1500 of stuff here.


I think a reasonable $400 for the lot is the go.]]> 0 Caps for Screw Top Long Necks Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:36:56 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/caps-for-screw-top-long-necks.101973/ urn:xenforo:thread:101973 invalid@example.com (DarrenTheDrunk) DarrenTheDrunk Last question for now. Can I buy screw caps for the modern stubbies and long necks. If I could, I far prefer glass but albeit not significant, have the off bottle that does not seal properly with the Crown Seal Caps. The ultimate would be caps that suit these bottles.

Cheers and Beers

darren]]> 14 VIC - Bayside Brewers Club Oktoberfest 2026 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:28:20 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/vic-bayside-brewers-club-oktoberfest-2026.105637/ urn:xenforo:thread:105637 invalid@example.com (WarmerBeer) WarmerBeer Bayside Brewers Club will be holding our 2026 Oktoberfest competition on Saturday 3rd of October.

Entries are open to Victorian-based amateur brewers, in a number of traditionally German styles.

More details can be found via the Oktoberfest 2026 link in our website.

Cheers, and good luck to all entrants.
Oktoberfest 2026 poster(1).png]]> 0 Forum Rules Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:41:43 +0000 https://aussiehomebrewer.com/threads/forum-rules.95544/ urn:xenforo:thread:95544 invalid@example.com (warra48) warra48 Welcome to AHB.

To fully enjoy and participate in AHB, here is a link to the site rules:

https://aussiehomebrewer.com/tos/
Section 5. Member conduct]]> 5