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New 15 gallon Kettle- Economical Options

Discussion in 'Equipment/Sanitation' started by cuse88, Apr 25, 2015.

 

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    cuse88

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Apr 25, 2015
    I am looking at getting another 15 gallon kettle to brew outside this summer in place of my 120v Brew Kettle I normally use to brew indoors. I've bought a couple economical kettles in the past and ran into BAD rust issues even after 3 attempts at passivation. I would really like to go with a Spike Kettle but have seen some people recommend the Concord kettles as a solid economical option.

    Any recommendations ?
     
  2. #2
    afro_lou

    Wait, what?  

    Posted Apr 25, 2015
    Keggle? I got decommissioned kegs from a local brewery for $45 each. Pretty economical!
     
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    coyotebrew

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Apr 26, 2015
    Yep got both of my kegs from craigslist for 30 bucks each and added valves and no weld thermometers!
     
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    Ozarks_Mountain_Brew

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Apr 26, 2015
    can't go wrong with concord if you build it your self, strong pots
     
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    cuse88

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Apr 26, 2015
    Really looking at a kettle, I figure this is the best long-term option.
     
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    Ozarks_Mountain_Brew

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Apr 26, 2015
    not all keggles are the same, stainless is a must for keeping clean and ask someone who has a set up first
     
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    WI_Wino

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Apr 26, 2015
    I got a cheap 15 gallon kettle from adventures in homebrewing. About 10 batches or so through it and I'm totally satisfied.
     
  8. #8
    GotPushrods

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Apr 30, 2015

    Absolutely. Search feebay for "Concord kettle". I have a 15 and 20 gallon. I'm shocked anyone would pay up for a Blichmann after using these.
     
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