Northern Brewer HomeBrewing Starter Set, Equipment for 5 Gallon Batches, Hank's Hefeweizen with Testing Equipment
4.7
(1k+ ratings)
This all-inclusive homebrewing starter kit comes with everything needed to brew beer at home, including a 5-gallon stainless brew kettle, fermentor with spigot, bottling bucket, hydrometer, thermometer, and more. It features the Hank's Hefeweizen recipe kit, which produces a Bavarian-style golden ale with flavors of wheat, clove, and banana. The kit yields 5 gallons, enough to fill 50 twelve-ounce bottles, and is highly rated as an ideal choice for beginners and as a holiday gift.
What customers like:
- Very simple instructions that are easy to follow.
- Produces great results; the addition of fruit extracts like raspberry can enhance the flavor.
- Ideal for beginners looking to start homebrewing.
- Receives positive feedback for the quality of the beer produced.
- Encourages repeated use as evidenced by users brewing multiple batches.
What customers dislike:
- The fermenting bucket lid is extremely difficult to seat and remove which can be frustrating and may risk damaging the bucket.
- The kit does not include a tool for opening the tightly sealed lids adding to the difficulty in accessing the contents.
- The smell during the brewing process can be strong and unpleasant potentially stinking up the house.
- Some components like the fermenting bucket lid have quality issues leading to potential leaks if not sealed properly.
- Lack of availability of replacement parts like improved lids for customers in certain regions (e.g. Canada).
