Welded 1.5" tri-clamp ports for a lifetime of leak-free use
304 stainless steel construction with mirror polish finish
Triclad Bottoms, Induction burner compatible
Notched lid provides cover while not interfering with immersion chillers, hop bags, or other accessories
Accessories are NOT included (valves and thermometers)
*Don't forget, here at BrewHardware.com we can modify any kettle with additional TC ports to your specifications. For example, we can TIG weld another TC in for our electric element kits.
BrewBuilt brew kettles are made from 304 stainless steel and offer an unparalleled mix of features for the price. At the very top of the list are two welded-in place tri-clamp couplers that offer a lifetime of leak free use. As you can imagine, welding in a coupler costs more than punching a hole and using a gasketed (i.e. weld-less) fitting. Welded fittings offer a permanent connection that to us is worth every penny. The second unique feature that we absolutely love about these brew kettles is the notched lid with silicone plug. This notch allows you so much flexibility; you can use an immersion chiller, one of our Ultimate Sparge Arms for mashing, tie off hop bags, take a temp reading during cooling, or whatever else we all can dream up. We've included some common accessories in the list on the right. Don't forget, anything that attaches to the TC ports requires and TC clamp and gasket.
The base model BrewBuilt Brew Kettle comes without fittings so you can modify it with whatever tri-clamp accessories best suit your needs.
Some other features we dig include the internal volume markers from the bottom to the top - so handy for instant reads. The silicone sleeved handles on the kettle and the lid are a cool feature to protect your hands. The tri-clad bottom with a 4mm core of aluminum sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel offers even heat distribution during the boil and also makes it a perfect choice for anyone wanting to use an induction burner.
Beefy 304 Stainless
These kettles are made from 304 grade stainless. That means you will have less corrosion issues than with a kettle made from lower grade 201 type stainless. We put these kettles through a corrosive salt water test in the MoreBeer! shop and they passed with flying colors. We also made sure the rivets and riveted handles were also made of stainless steel for a long term, trouble free life. The 10 and 15 gallon size are made from 1.0mm thick stainless steel. The 20, 30 and 50 gallon size are made with 1.2mm stainless - that's pretty thick stuff - and you will know it when you pick one up.
Mirror Polish Finish
The mirror polish finish isn’t just for making your Instagram feed pop! This extra slick finish is much easier to clean and sanitize than a standard brushed stainless kettle. Hop trub and other organic solids left behind after a brew day will have a hard time clinging to the interior surface and scrub away with ease.
Size Ratios and Stuff
All the BrewBuilt kettles follow the recent trend to a 1.2:1 ratio where the height is 1.2 times the diameter. This is a proven commercial ratio that has been adopted in homebrewing to achieve a more consistent 10% evaporation rate during the boil. We do like this ratio for boiling. For Mashing we would prefer a little bit shallower but that is a small compromise. Dimensions for a hot-liquor tank, if you are thinking brewing system down the road, are irrelevant as any ratio kettle will do.
Features:
Two welded T.C. couplers for a lifetime of leak free use
Notched lid with silicone plug for flexibility
304 Stainless construction for longevity
1.0mm (10 & 15 gal) or 1.2mm (20, 30 & 50 gal) thick side walls resist denting
4mm Tri-Clad Aluminum bottom sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel for no scorching
Internally etched volume markers from top to bottom for easy reading
Silicone coated handles for heat protection
1.2:1 Ratio is optimal for boiling evaporation rate
Lid is designed to conveniently hang from a handle
Stainless handles with stainless rivets for secure lifting
Size Kettle ID (in.) Height (in.)
10 13.78 16.54
15 15.75 18.90
20 17.72 21.26
30 19.69 23.62
50 23.62 28.30