Brew Kettle Opinion. Decent or to cheap?

[Beer-Baron]

Hi guys,

Can anyone provide some input on this pot?

http://www.williamsbrewing.com/BREWER_S_EDGE_40_QUART_BREWKET_P2366C50.cfm

Its 200 grade Stainless Steele which isn't the best, and it seems a little thin. Should I be concerned? Or am I good to go?

Thanks!

 

[bennyd]

It sounds like some of reviews are saying that it may be a little thin...so prepare for that. But overall, a 10 gallon stainless steel pot, with a ball valve, for under $100.........I'd jump on it. In fact I probably would if I hadn't dropped $200 at the HBS last weekend.

It looks like the "pros" outweight the "cons" in those reviews easily.

 

[jsb]

I love my 8-gallon one. Are there better ones? I am sure there are, but I don't want to part with more cash, and they seem to work fine.

 

[Rolly]

I bought the 40qt kettle from Williams Brewing about 6 months ago on sale for $80. I have absolutely no regrets, and I don't think there's a better deal out there. It's fairly lightweight, but in reality this shouldn't make any difference. Do yourself a favor and make sure to get the 40qt size..it's only $20 more but worth it's weight in gold. I do 6.5 gallon boils in that thing and there isn't a snowballs chance in hell that things gonna boil over.

 

[damnyankee]

Beer Baron: I've cooked on everything from junk aluminum to All-Clad and guess what? My dishes still tasted great!.

Don't get caught up in the aluminum vs stainless vs copper kettle debate. Each type has its own plus & minuses.

Get what works best for your stove and budget. Ensure it is NSF grade (food safety). As long as it has the NSF mark, you can proudly salute with your middle fingers knowing your kettle (beit aluminum, stainless, or copper) will boil your grain broth safely.