worstbrewing
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I've not found very much on this specific topic, so I'm hoping someone can point me in the right direction. I'm in the process of building an all-electric rig, and in the process of determining what I want to order, the great kettle debate always comes up. I've considered keggles, but after sizing them up in the space I'll be working in (basement, not the highest of ceilings) they just seem a bit tall for what I have in mind once you factor in the hood, etc. I've looked at a few options for kettles but for the moment something ideal like a Boilermaker is out of my price range.
I've heard some good reviews on the Bayou Classic kettles with regards to going electric, and after considering the various options I think it may be my best bet, but I wanted to see if anyone has any thoughts on the 62 qt versus the 82 qt with regards to boil overs, etc. I've been leaning towards 82 qt to ensure there's plenty of room, especially since I hear the mouth on these are pretty wide, increasing the boil off rate. Just curious if it seems like way too much overkill or not, as I plan on using 5500W heating elements in my BK and HLT, so I expect a pretty vigorous boil. I know the typical math is to go with a boil kettle of closer to 2x your final size, so that's where I'm considering this but just curious of anyone's personal experiences, feedback, etc.
Any other suggestions are welcome too, but I think for the price point I'm aiming at and with a desire to go stainless (nothing against aluminum, I use it now for my 10 gallon but would like to go stainless) one of these seems to be the better choice for me. Thanks!
EDIT: Also, another reason I'm considering this today is they are on sale on Amazon (all Bayou Classics on the page it seems) here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VXD94A/ref=twister_dp_update?ie=UTF8&psc=1 so for the price, the 82 qt isn't too bad of an investment either
I've heard some good reviews on the Bayou Classic kettles with regards to going electric, and after considering the various options I think it may be my best bet, but I wanted to see if anyone has any thoughts on the 62 qt versus the 82 qt with regards to boil overs, etc. I've been leaning towards 82 qt to ensure there's plenty of room, especially since I hear the mouth on these are pretty wide, increasing the boil off rate. Just curious if it seems like way too much overkill or not, as I plan on using 5500W heating elements in my BK and HLT, so I expect a pretty vigorous boil. I know the typical math is to go with a boil kettle of closer to 2x your final size, so that's where I'm considering this but just curious of anyone's personal experiences, feedback, etc.
Any other suggestions are welcome too, but I think for the price point I'm aiming at and with a desire to go stainless (nothing against aluminum, I use it now for my 10 gallon but would like to go stainless) one of these seems to be the better choice for me. Thanks!
EDIT: Also, another reason I'm considering this today is they are on sale on Amazon (all Bayou Classics on the page it seems) here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VXD94A/ref=twister_dp_update?ie=UTF8&psc=1 so for the price, the 82 qt isn't too bad of an investment either
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