I bought a 15.5 gal keg from an antique dealer who bought a lot at an auction and the keg happened to be in the lot. So can we put the ethical argument aside??
At some point, I plan to step up and brew 10 gal batches on occasion but will continue to brew 5 gal batches mostly.
My question is with performance of the keggle. I can't help but think about the mass of this thing when heating and cooling wort. I'm wondering if I'd be better off with a 60 or 80 qt kettle??
When I originally bought the keg, I thought about the money I would save over a BK of similar size. But now, I'm beginning to get deep enough (money) into the hobby, that I'm more concerned with performance at this point. I don't mind spending a few more dollars IF it makes a significant difference.
So, for all the folks with keggle experience or an informed opinion (on the performance), please let me know what you think!
At some point, I plan to step up and brew 10 gal batches on occasion but will continue to brew 5 gal batches mostly.
My question is with performance of the keggle. I can't help but think about the mass of this thing when heating and cooling wort. I'm wondering if I'd be better off with a 60 or 80 qt kettle??
When I originally bought the keg, I thought about the money I would save over a BK of similar size. But now, I'm beginning to get deep enough (money) into the hobby, that I'm more concerned with performance at this point. I don't mind spending a few more dollars IF it makes a significant difference.
So, for all the folks with keggle experience or an informed opinion (on the performance), please let me know what you think!