"Big Mouth Bubbler" Review (w/photos)

[mrduna01]

Thanks for the heads up, I may have to snag one.

It's not listed as an item you can purchase separately but if you call/email they will let you order one.

 

[Duncan83865]

Northern brewer sales a blow off hose that fits inside of the hole in the lid but its not a snug fit. I wish it fit around the outside instead of inside. I may put some tape around it to seal it off tgis next time.

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I picked one of the hoses up when I bought mine. I too wasn't that impressed with the fit of the hose. I actually decided not to use it and went with a tube fitted over my airlock stem instead. I was hoping the fit would have been similar to what you get when you use a 1" hose in the neck of a standard carboy.

 

[NautiDogBrewingCo.]

Finally got around to finishing the calibration on my 6.5 gallon bubbler. See below. I think it turned out great.

 

[finsfan]

Finally got around to finishing the calibration on my 6.5 gallon bubbler. See below. I think it turned out great.

Are those just stickers? How will they hold up to being in contact with liquids?

 

[NautiDogBrewingCo.]

Are those just stickers? How will they hold up to being in contact with liquids?

They are "permanent vinyl" stickers. Very similar to what is used on mail boxes, car window decals, and sight glass kits.

We'll see how they hold up. I had masking tape on there for a couple batches and had no issues with that so I think this should be OK.

 

[finsfan]

They are "permanent vinyl" stickers. Very similar to what is used on mail boxes, car window decals, and sight glass kits.

We'll see how they hold up. I had masking tape on there for a couple batches and had no issues with that so I think this should be OK.

Thanks for the info. I will have to do this before my next batch. I had thought about etching it but didnt want to compromise the glass structure at all.

 

[NautiDogBrewingCo.]

Thanks for the info. I will have to do this before my next batch. I had thought about etching it but didnt want to compromise the glass structure at all.

I don't think etching would compromise it at all. It's just a surface level type of thing. Nothing more than the typical scratches/marks that occur over time.

I chose the stickers because it was cheaper and easier.

 

[pgrunwald]

I have an application for the carboy and I would like to find some plain, gasketed lids. Anybody have a size and thread, and hopefully source for these?

TIA,
Paul

 

[zeptrey]

http://www.midwestsupplies.com/6-5-...0423_Big+Mouth+Bubbler+Plastic+Product+Email#

Has anyone had any experience with this particular Fermenter? I see the glass model's review, but this is the plastic version and it looks like the lid is different. Doesn't really have a good shot of it from the top. It has an add on for a dual port lid for a thermowell.

 

[TheZymurgist]

http://www.midwestsupplies.com/6-5-...0423_Big+Mouth+Bubbler+Plastic+Product+Email#

Has anyone had any experience with this particular Fermenter? I see the glass model's review, but this is the plastic version and it looks like the lid is different. Doesn't really have a good shot of it from the top. It has an add on for a dual port lid for a thermowell.

http://www.northernbrewer.com/shop/...html?icn=NBHomepage&ici=BIGMOUTHPLASTIC_Slide

Check out the video on the NB site, it'll give you a better look. I plan on getting these in the near future.

 

[Homercidal]

http://www.midwestsupplies.com/6-5-...0423_Big+Mouth+Bubbler+Plastic+Product+Email#

Has anyone had any experience with this particular Fermenter? I see the glass model's review, but this is the plastic version and it looks like the lid is different. Doesn't really have a good shot of it from the top. It has an add on for a dual port lid for a thermowell.

Nice. I am looking to get one of these to try out soon. I like the glass, but more pricey and heavier, and more breakable. These look to be a good size. Maybe I could fit 3 in my ferm chamber??

 

[Homercidal]

Official email sent to wife re:birthday.

 

[zeptrey]

Official email sent to wife re:birthday.

Yep my birthday is next month this and, if I've been good, another keg for the keezer is on the list.


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[241]

I just saw these at the Korean market for $22. Same exact thing but in kewl purple color

 

[milldoggy]

I just saw these at the Korean market for $22. Same exact thing but in kewl purple color View attachment 196733

Great for making kimchi

 

[DarthCitra]

I just saw these at the Korean market for $22. Same exact thing but in kewl purple color View attachment 196733

Where is that Market?! I'd like to get another big mouth bubbler and the magenta would be perfect! lol :fro:

 

[241]

Where is that Market?! I'd like to get another big mouth bubbler and the magenta would be perfect! lol :fro:

It's in Southern California. Called Zion Market. Website: http://www.zionmarket.com/sale/storeall.htm

The location I've found it at (they still have them) is in Irvine. They have pallets full of them.

 

[Nicknack]

I know it's been a while since someone responded to this thread, but I'm wondering now that folks have had a lot of time to use the Big Mouth Bubblers, would you still recommend them? I'm brand spankin' new to brewing and am about to make one of my first purchases (aside from the brew kit that I received for Christmas). I was just about ready to pull the trigger on a Better Bottle until I saw the Big Mouth Bubbler. Two questions:

1. Big Mouth Bubbler or Better Bottle? Why?

2. Does the spigot turn (from the outside) like the Better Bottle spigot does. I like that feature as it seems like that would help maximize the amount of beer you get while minimizing the amount of trub you pick up.