Plastic Big Mouth Bubbler
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They say it can be caused by soaking them overnite in PBW...
Those instructions came out when people started to have problems...
30Bones
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FYI my carboy brew hauler I got off Amazon for $8 will work just fine
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What's the dimensions of the big mouths? They look taller and skinner than the Better Bottles.
I see some negativity on these things from the bucket lovers. I don't know why as it's apples to apples imo. I can only fit 3 of my buckets in my "fermeezer" (temp controller chest freezer), but I can fit 4 Better Bottles in that same space. If I can get 5 or more of the Big Mouth plastic Bubblers in that space, then they are worth their price for me. Buckets are great but the huge top diameter of the lids are a space killer compared to carboys. These plastic Big Mouths look to give you the best of both worlds imo.
I ordered two earlier today. Looks like I won't be able to brew in the next week or so, so I should have these in ready to use on the next Brew Day. I'll post my thoughts on them.
30Bones
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I want Spiedels badly. I think they check all my boxes.
They are narrow and tall. Fit inside a brew bucket to save some storage space. Keezer space also appeals to me.
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Thedutchtouch
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I think I was one of the bucket lover negative ringleaders. Spiedel fermenters do make a lot of sense due to the size range. Since these are 5 gal, it's just an expensive bucket that is see through. I just done see the point in paying so much for a plastic 5 gallon fermenter. Paying more for glass, stainless etc makes sense, but plastic is plastic. If I'm gonna use plastic, I'll use some that blocks light and is cheap.
30Bones
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They make a 6.5 also 
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Mine's due tomorrow. My cousin is wanting to brew this weekend, so looking forward to putting these to use!
Got mine today. This is my first plastic fermentor but my only feedback is some areas of the plastic mold are more flexible then others. Maybe that is common with better bottles- so not sure it is a big deal.
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Got my 6.5 plastic BMB yesterday from Northern Brewer. Looks good, but I'm gonna have to take the top with me to the LHBS so I can get a drilled stopper to fit it (too cheap to buy the one made specifically for this! )
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Mold typically won't grow unless you have an infection and in that case, you could be fermenting in a hexagon shaped bottle and it would not matter.
These have similar curves to a BB but they are more narrow and taller.
I simply can't wait to put something in mine. Saturday can't come quick enough.
Hopinista
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I know! I wish I was brewing this weekend, mine got here yesterday. I'm going to have to put together a recipe real quick so I can use one
He's talking about the mold, not mold.
rico567
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Yes and in this case the use of the alternative spelling "mould" for the device used to make the bottle would help to distinguish it from "mold" the fungus.
Roger that.
Stealthcruiser
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A mold (US) or mould (UK / NZ / AU / CA) is a fungus that grows in the form of multicellular filaments called hyphae.[1][2] In contrast, fungi that can adopt a single celled growth habit are called yeasts
From that Wikipedia thang.
From that Wikipedia thang.
A mold is also:
1.
a hollow container used to give shape to molten or hot liquid material (such as wax or metal) when it cools and hardens.
synonyms:cast, die, form, matrix, shape, template, pattern, frame More
something made in a mold, especially a gelatin dessert or a mousse.
"lobster mold with a sauce of carrots and port"
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1.
a hollow container used to give shape to molten or hot liquid material (such as wax or metal) when it cools and hardens.
synonyms:cast, die, form, matrix, shape, template, pattern, frame More
something made in a mold, especially a gelatin dessert or a mousse.
"lobster mold with a sauce of carrots and port"
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Mine came in today. I thought I would post some pics and my thoughts about them.
Here's a side by side compared to my 6 gallon Better Bottle. The Big Mouth is 6.5 gallons.
The diameter of the Better Bottle is 11". The Big Mouth is just a half inch smaller in diameter. I was hoping they would be a bit skinnier, but I think they had to keep the height so tall so there would be no issues using an auto-siphon (as you'll see in the pics). The height with the lid on but WITHOUT the stopper/airlock is about 21.5" tall. The Better Bottle is around 19.5"
A pic of the lid with the rubber stopper.
I was hoping the hole for the stopper would be the same size as the ones I use for my Better Bottles. Bummer, but at least this stopper will work with my stainless steel growlers I have from Deeps Woods when I use my beer gun to fill them.
A pic of the BMB with auto-siphon.
As you can see, you can easily slip the auto-siphon into the lid. The only downside is you can't use the clip to hold it in place as the siphon just barely touches bottom on the center of the Big Mouth. You have to remove the siphon clip if you tip the carboy to get the last remaining wort. Probably not a big thing for those who don't use one, but just thought I would mention it. Me? I'll just leave the clip off. No biggie.
Volume indentions.
Very nice to see these! They are on two sides, 180 degrees of each other and in one gallon increments. The surface is flat, so I may put some of Bobby M's vinyl decals to use (I have some extras!)
Another side by side
This is just another side by side, but it has a pic of the other style of lid that came with mine. I have a dual port and single port lid. I don't know what I would use the dual port for or why I got it, but I'm sure one of you experienced brewers would know.
As what was mentioned before, the Big Mouths do feel a bit flimsy compared to the Better Bottles. My guess is due to the flat sides for the volume markings. I'm fine with that. The only negative is the smaller stoppers. I assumed my BB stoppers would work with these but they are too big. I also got solid stoppers by mistake, but they look like they would be easy to drill out. I may drill one of them out as I want to use them this weekend.
Here's a side by side compared to my 6 gallon Better Bottle. The Big Mouth is 6.5 gallons.
The diameter of the Better Bottle is 11". The Big Mouth is just a half inch smaller in diameter. I was hoping they would be a bit skinnier, but I think they had to keep the height so tall so there would be no issues using an auto-siphon (as you'll see in the pics). The height with the lid on but WITHOUT the stopper/airlock is about 21.5" tall. The Better Bottle is around 19.5"
A pic of the lid with the rubber stopper.
I was hoping the hole for the stopper would be the same size as the ones I use for my Better Bottles. Bummer, but at least this stopper will work with my stainless steel growlers I have from Deeps Woods when I use my beer gun to fill them.
A pic of the BMB with auto-siphon.
As you can see, you can easily slip the auto-siphon into the lid. The only downside is you can't use the clip to hold it in place as the siphon just barely touches bottom on the center of the Big Mouth. You have to remove the siphon clip if you tip the carboy to get the last remaining wort. Probably not a big thing for those who don't use one, but just thought I would mention it. Me? I'll just leave the clip off. No biggie.
Volume indentions.
Very nice to see these! They are on two sides, 180 degrees of each other and in one gallon increments. The surface is flat, so I may put some of Bobby M's vinyl decals to use (I have some extras!)
Another side by side
This is just another side by side, but it has a pic of the other style of lid that came with mine. I have a dual port and single port lid. I don't know what I would use the dual port for or why I got it, but I'm sure one of you experienced brewers would know.
As what was mentioned before, the Big Mouths do feel a bit flimsy compared to the Better Bottles. My guess is due to the flat sides for the volume markings. I'm fine with that. The only negative is the smaller stoppers. I assumed my BB stoppers would work with these but they are too big. I also got solid stoppers by mistake, but they look like they would be easy to drill out. I may drill one of them out as I want to use them this weekend.
That and being able to use a thief without removing the airlock.
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I'm glad I have them now. I also found they use 6.5 stoppers, so I guess I'll order a few of them to have on hand.
Do I see some mold on that Better Bottle?
