{"title":"Fermentation Vessels \u0026 Essential Brew Equipment | BrewCo UK","description":"\u003cp\u003eHome brew fermentation vessels and essential brewing equipment are the backbone of any homebrew setup, and at BrewCo UK we stock a great range of fermenters, airlocks, hydrometers, thermometers, and other must-have tools that every home brewer needs. Whether you're equipping your very first homebrew setup or upgrading existing kit, this collection pulls together the core equipment that makes a successful fermentation possible every single time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of every homebrew setup is a reliable fermentation vessel — our 25-litre bucket with tap is ideal for a standard 23-litre batch and makes transferring your beer straightforward and mess-free. Pair it with a bubbler airlock to monitor fermentation activity, a hydrometer to track your original and final gravity, and a thermometer to ensure your wort is at the right temperature before pitching your yeast. These are the essential tools that every homebrewer, regardless of experience level, relies on batch after batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe also stock nylon straining bags for brew-in-a-bag and hop additions, muslin bags for filtering fruit pulp, and other practical accessories that make brew day smoother and more enjoyable. All our homebrew equipment is food-grade, durable, and selected for genuine usefulness rather than gimmickry. Browse the fermentation vessel and equipment range at BrewCo UK today and make sure your homebrew setup has everything it needs to produce outstanding results.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nylon-straining-bag-fine","title":"Nylon Straining Bag - Brew In A Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis fine nylon straining bag is perfect for Brew in a Bag (BIAB) all-grain brewing, steeping specialty malts, or containing hops during dry hopping. The fine mesh retains even small grain particles while allowing liquid to flow through freely, making it an essential piece of kit for any home brewer moving beyond basic kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrew in a Bag (BIAB) all-grain brewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteeping crystal and specialty malts in extract brewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry hopping — fill with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/citra\"\u003eCitra\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/centennial-t90\"\u003eCentennial\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/willamette\"\u003eWillamette\u003c\/a\u003e pellets and suspend in fermenter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraining fruit when making \u003ca href=\"\/products\/brewing-winemaking-sugar-1kg\"\u003efruit wines\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee also: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/muslin-bags-2s\"\u003eMuslin Bags\u003c\/a\u003e for lighter straining tasks, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/25-litre-fermentation-vessel-with-tap\"\u003e25 Litre Fermentation Vessel\u003c\/a\u003e for your brew setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37502215389345,"sku":"(9904L)","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/strainingbags.jpg?v=1610488074"},{"product_id":"muslin-bags-2s","title":"Muslin Bags (2's)","description":"\u003cp\u003eLightweight muslin bags with a multitude of uses in home brewing and wine making. Ideal for straining and filtering fruit pulp when making fruit wines, steeping grains, or containing hops. Reusable and easy to clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePack of 2. For finer grain straining, see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nylon-straining-bag-fine\"\u003eNylon Straining Bag (BIAB)\u003c\/a\u003e. Perfect companions to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/brewing-winemaking-sugar-1kg\"\u003eWinemaking Sugar\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/citric-acid-100grm\"\u003eCitric Acid\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yeast-nutrient-100grm\"\u003eYeast Nutrient\u003c\/a\u003e when making fruit wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37502219321505,"sku":"(3994Z)","price":1.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/muslin.jpg?v=1610488147"},{"product_id":"25-litre-fermentation-vessel-with-tap","title":"25 Litre Fermentation Vessel with Tap","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 25-litre plastic fermentation vessel with tap is the ideal primary fermenter for home brewing a standard 23-litre batch (approximately 40 pints). The large capacity leaves headspace for active fermentation, the tap makes draining and transferring beer simple and clean, and the lid is designed to accommodate a standard \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bubbler-airlock-with-red-cap\"\u003eBubbler Airlock\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from food-grade plastic, lightweight, and easy to clean. Sterilise thoroughly with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/youngs-cleaner-steriliser-100-grm\"\u003eYoung's Steriliser\u003c\/a\u003e before each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComplete your setup with:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bubbler-airlock-with-red-cap\"\u003eBubbler Airlock\u003c\/a\u003e — fits the lid to allow CO2 to escape during fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/youngs-hydrometer-beer-wine\"\u003eWine \u0026amp; Beer Hydrometer\u003c\/a\u003e — to monitor fermentation progress and calculate ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/youngs-simple-syphon\"\u003eYoung's Simple Syphon\u003c\/a\u003e — for clean transfer to bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-carbonation-drops\"\u003eCarbonation Drops\u003c\/a\u003e — for easy bottle priming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37502288298145,"sku":"7112","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/files\/1681833544-55833K-1_1befb643-73cd-4b43-aae4-db3f7702793b.webp?v=1720169536"},{"product_id":"youngs-hydrometer-beer-wine","title":"Wine \u0026 Beer Hydrometer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis glass wine and beer hydrometer is an essential tool for any home brewer or wine maker. It measures the specific gravity (density) of your wort, beer, or wine, allowing you to track fermentation progress, know precisely when fermentation is complete (safe to bottle), and calculate the alcohol content (ABV) of your finished brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Float the hydrometer in a sample of your liquid. Read the scale at the bottom of the meniscus. Take an Original Gravity (OG) reading before fermentation and a Final Gravity (FG) reading when you think fermentation is complete. When two readings 24 hours apart are identical, it's safe to bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e (OG – FG) × 131.25 = ABV%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse with your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/25-litre-fermentation-vessel-with-tap\"\u003eFermentation Vessel\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/youngs-simple-syphon\"\u003eSyphon\u003c\/a\u003e. When fermentation is confirmed complete, bottle with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-carbonation-drops\"\u003eCarbonation Drops\u003c\/a\u003e and seal with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/youngs-beer-capper\"\u003eBeer Capper\u003c\/a\u003e. Click the link in product description for full hydrometer instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37502322344097,"sku":"(3157Q)","price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/files\/1681835522-7400-1_1.webp?v=1712924288"},{"product_id":"bubbler-airlock-with-red-cap","title":"Bubbler Airlock with Red Cap","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe bubbler-type airlock (fermentation trap) fits into a bored rubber or cork bung in the lid of your fermentation vessel. Half-fill with water and when fitted, it protects your ferment by allowing CO2 — produced during fermentation — to pass out visually as bubbles, while preventing oxygen and bacteria from entering the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWatching the bubbles is also a satisfying visual confirmation that your yeast is actively fermenting! Fits standard \u003ca href=\"\/products\/25-litre-fermentation-vessel-with-tap\"\u003e25 Litre Fermentation Vessels\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEssential starter kit item. Complete your setup with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/youngs-hydrometer-beer-wine\"\u003eHydrometer\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/youngs-cleaner-steriliser-100-grm\"\u003eSteriliser\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/youngs-simple-syphon\"\u003eSimple Syphon\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37502346625185,"sku":"(1549I)","price":1.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/files\/HS_20Bubbler_20Airlock_20x_20100-1_b628dbd5-86f0-431f-b9f2-84828bed5e52.jpg?v=1781016501"}],"url":"https:\/\/brewco.uk\/collections\/fermentation-vessels-essential-brew-equipment-brewco-uk.oembed","provider":"Brewco.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}