Best products from r/picobrew
We found 7 comments on r/picobrew discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 5 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. My Weigh Ultraship 75 Lb Electronic Digital Shipping Postal Kitchen Scale (ultra-75)
- Huge 75lb / 34kg capacity, dual range design
- Tare, hold, and Auto-off feature, programmable auto on/off switch
- Removable display on 2ft flesh cord; Weighing Modes: 4
- Included Accessories: letter tube holder, mail/envelope holder; Display: Blue Backlit, Remote
- Power: Runs on 4 C Batteries (Not included) or optional AC adapter(not included)
- Platform Size: 8 x 6.25 inches & Scale Size: 8.9 x 8.1 x 2.8 inches
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▼ Read Reddit mentions2. 1 Gallon Elastic Opening Strainer Bags 6 Pieces
- 6 Pieces 1 Gallon Elastic Opening Strainer Bags
- Filtrate Particle form the paint to prevent clog when spray painting.
- Durable Nylon Mesh with Elastic Opening
- Easy to Fit into 1 Gallon Paint Buckets
- Low Cost
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▼ Read Reddit mentions3. 3pk Elastic Top Nylon Brew in a Bag by The Weekend Brewer
- Brew in a Bag saves both and time and money versus traditional mash tuns when all-grain brewing.
- These bags are inexpensive and can be disposed of with the grain to save time and energy on brew days.
- Fits kettles up to 14" in diameter and will hold up to 15lbs of grain
- Includes 3 bags. Kettle not included.
- Want a reusable version for long term use? Search B01D53H3W6 on Amazon to get yours now!
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▼ Read Reddit mentions4. Etekcity Infrared Thermometer 774 (Not for Human) Temperature Gun Non-Contact Digital Laser Thermometer-58℉ to 716℉ (-50 to 380℃), Standard Size, Yellow & Black
- NOT FOR HUMAN: Temperature readings from these devices are inanimate objects. The measured temperature for humans or animals will be inaccurate
- BETTER ACCURACY: 12:1 D:S, meaning it can accurately measure targets at greater distances compared to most others; For best accuracy, the distance between the thermometer and object of measurement should approximately be 14.17 inches (36 cm)
- TARGET QUICKER: Measure surface temperature ranging from -58℉ to 716℉(-50℃ to 380℃), with 2 units ℉/℃ to choose; Response time: ≤500Ms; A built-in laser gives you the precision to hone in on the exact space you want to measure
- VERSATILE DESIGN: Infrared technology makes it to measure the surface temperature of various objects especially temperatures above boiling points and below freezing points; Use it for cooking, ovens; AC, refrigerators; or soapmaking cats toy etc
- Note: This color model don't contain emissivity adjustment feature and max temperature feature
- ADDED FUNCTIONS: The LCD screen is backlit, also has an auto-off function to extend the battery life, and features a low battery indicator so you never accidentally run out of juice (battery included)
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▼ Read Reddit mentions5. YaeBrew Draft Beer Faucet, Stainless Steel Adjustable Beer Tap Faucet with Flow Controller Chrome Plating Shank with Ball Lock Tap Kit
- This YaeBrew Beer Faucet Made of Food grade brass construction, plastic and stainless steel connecting tube
- Shank: G5/8
- High quality Beer Tap, Keg Faucet with Ball Lock
- A great homebrewing Keg Tap with Adjustable flow control spout
- Package included: 1x beer faucet(faucet knob included) ,1x liquid ball lock
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▼ Read Reddit mentionsTop comments mentioning products on r/picobrew:
Summary
1. My Weigh Ultraship 75 Lb Electronic Digital Shipping Postal Kitchen Scale (ultra-75)
- Huge 75lb / 34kg capacity, dual range design
- Tare, hold, and Auto-off feature, programmable auto on/off switch
- Removable display on 2ft flesh cord; Weighing Modes: 4
- Included Accessories: letter tube holder, mail/envelope holder; Display: Blue Backlit, Remote
- Power: Runs on 4 C Batteries (Not included) or optional AC adapter(not included)
- Platform Size: 8 x 6.25 inches & Scale Size: 8.9 x 8.1 x 2.8 inches
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions2. 1 Gallon Elastic Opening Strainer Bags 6 Pieces
- 6 Pieces 1 Gallon Elastic Opening Strainer Bags
- Filtrate Particle form the paint to prevent clog when spray painting.
- Durable Nylon Mesh with Elastic Opening
- Easy to Fit into 1 Gallon Paint Buckets
- Low Cost
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions3. 3pk Elastic Top Nylon Brew in a Bag by The Weekend Brewer
- Brew in a Bag saves both and time and money versus traditional mash tuns when all-grain brewing.
- These bags are inexpensive and can be disposed of with the grain to save time and energy on brew days.
- Fits kettles up to 14" in diameter and will hold up to 15lbs of grain
- Includes 3 bags. Kettle not included.
- Want a reusable version for long term use? Search B01D53H3W6 on Amazon to get yours now!
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions4. Etekcity Infrared Thermometer 774 (Not for Human) Temperature Gun Non-Contact Digital Laser Thermometer-58℉ to 716℉ (-50 to 380℃), Standard Size, Yellow & Black
- NOT FOR HUMAN: Temperature readings from these devices are inanimate objects. The measured temperature for humans or animals will be inaccurate
- BETTER ACCURACY: 12:1 D:S, meaning it can accurately measure targets at greater distances compared to most others; For best accuracy, the distance between the thermometer and object of measurement should approximately be 14.17 inches (36 cm)
- TARGET QUICKER: Measure surface temperature ranging from -58℉ to 716℉(-50℃ to 380℃), with 2 units ℉/℃ to choose; Response time: ≤500Ms; A built-in laser gives you the precision to hone in on the exact space you want to measure
- VERSATILE DESIGN: Infrared technology makes it to measure the surface temperature of various objects especially temperatures above boiling points and below freezing points; Use it for cooking, ovens; AC, refrigerators; or soapmaking cats toy etc
- Note: This color model don't contain emissivity adjustment feature and max temperature feature
- ADDED FUNCTIONS: The LCD screen is backlit, also has an auto-off function to extend the battery life, and features a low battery indicator so you never accidentally run out of juice (battery included)
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions5. YaeBrew Draft Beer Faucet, Stainless Steel Adjustable Beer Tap Faucet with Flow Controller Chrome Plating Shank with Ball Lock Tap Kit
- This YaeBrew Beer Faucet Made of Food grade brass construction, plastic and stainless steel connecting tube
- Shank: G5/8
- High quality Beer Tap, Keg Faucet with Ball Lock
- A great homebrewing Keg Tap with Adjustable flow control spout
- Package included: 1x beer faucet(faucet knob included) ,1x liquid ball lock
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions
All good! I recommend using one of these bags . Absolutely amazing and help with any fermentables that escape the Pico pack. I just wrap the grain portion of the pack and I no longer have any issues.
i use this one. Works great, very precise. I sit the keg on top of it and pour the water in until i hit the right weight.
https://www.amazon.com/My-Weigh-Ultraship-Electronic-Shipping/dp/B000JQTVLY/ref=sr_1_39?keywords=digital+postage+scale&qid=1569612992&sr=8-39
In 24 hours, the keg should be at room temperature. I also use an infrared thermometer gun to show temp instead of an actual thermometer inside the wort to help keep everything sanitary. My gun is similar to this one on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Etekcity-Lasergrip-774-Non-contact-Thermometer/dp/B00837ZGRY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=temp+gun&qid=1570210888&sr=8-3
Personally I'd recommend going with the Pro: ball-lock connectors are standard, meaning you can get equipment that is compatible anywhere. E.g. you don't need to buy additional kegs from PicoBrew, they are standard Cornelius kegs. The Pico C kegs are... unique.
It also means you can use 3rd party accessories. I use a ball lock tap for serving.
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There are other advantages as well: you can use forced carbonation rather than sugar, radically speeding up when your beer will be drinkable. Having a CO2 charged keg also means your beer will last longer when you start drinking it as it's kept under pressure and air isn't allowed in.
The C's serving keg is just a metal container. As you drink the beer air gets in and it's not under pressure, letting the beer go flat within a couple of days.
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Kegs, in whichever version you go with, are really the limiting factor. You need to brew and do the initial fermentation in one, then "rack it" (transfer the beer) into either another Cornelius keg (Pro) or serving keg (C).
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That means if you only have 1 "real" keg (v.s. the serving kind) you can only have one beer on the go at any given time. Depending how fast you go through it, you may want additional kegs so that you can stagger the fermentation times and / or serve one while fermenting another.
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Depending on temperature and beer types, fermenting could be anywhere from 5-14+ days. If you're not force carbonating double it to allow the sugar time to do it. If you use the C you're waiting roughly 2-4 weeks (fermenting and carbonating w/sugar) for a single batch of beer which will then only last a few days before going flat!
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Assuming Pro (since brewing / serving kegs are the same), if you have 3 kegs you can have 1 fermenting and 1 serving. The 3rd needs to be empty so that when you rack the fermenting one you have something to put it in.
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Though keep in mind if you get extra kegs for serving, you'll also need extra CO2 regulators and tanks to go with. I'd recommend you get at least one 20oz tank (bigger won't fit nicely) to do forced carbonation and racking with as those steps use the most gas. The little hand-held cylinders found at bike shops are fine for dispensing, but you'll go through a ton of them if you use them for forced carbonating or racking.