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Build It Yourself
Homebrewers are DIYers at heart. If you make your own beer, it makes sense you may want to make your own brewing equipment too. From simple tweaks, and purpose-built gear, to all-out systems, get inspired to BYO (Build Your Own).
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Inline Refractometer: Getting real-time density readings
How nice would it be if you could monitor your wort’s gravity in real time without constantly needing to pull samples? While this build is
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Sanke Fermenter DIY
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DIY Draft Trunk Lines: When you want to run long draft lines
When your keg storage unit (kegerator) and home bar aren’t going to be located in the same area of your house it’s time to run trunk lin
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The Moonlighter Challenge: Dangling a beer carrot
If you’re looking for big laughs in a group atmosphere while maintaining a safe distance, you need to check out the Moonlighter Challenge
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The Hop Dropper
The Hop Dropper is a sort of sluice that allows you to flush your hops with CO2 before it drops into the fermentation tank.
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Keg Polisher: Give your kegs a shine
Have you ever tried to clean up the exterior of your kegs and given up due to the effort required? One crafty homebrewer came up with his ow
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The Modular Worterator: Post-boil brew day needs in one unit
An all-in-one post-boil system — whirlpool, filter, chill, and aerate your wort with the Worterator.
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DIY Electric Brewing
The benefits of electric brewing are plenty, but there is also a steep learning curve if you plan to build your own electric system. Before
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The WashAll System: Not your everyday keg washer
Cleaning has always been one of the least favorite aspects of the homebrewer’s hobby. One reader decided to take matters into his own hand
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Mobile Beer Lab: Staying organized and portable
Keeping your testing equipment safe and organized can be a challenge. Here’s a DIY build for a mobile beer lab that will keep your lab too
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The Barrel Cradle: Keep your barrels from rolling
Oak barrels can be hugely rewarding . . . but they can come with a cost. Make sure you’re keeping your barrels stable and your back safe w
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