If you’re looking to dive into the world of home brewing, the HopTech Homebrewing Kit is your best starting point. Carefully designed and thoughtfully assembled, this kit includes everything you need to make brewing at home easy and enjoyable. It’s not just a “beginner’s kit”—it’s built with high-quality components that will support your brewing journey for years to come.
While there are less expensive options available, these often come with compromises. They may lack essential items you’ll need to purchase separately or include lower-quality equipment that will require upgrading after just a few batches. These budget kits may be tempting, but the hidden costs—both in money and frustration—often outweigh the savings. At HopTech, we want you to have a great first experience, so we’ve created a home brewing kit that ensures success right from the start.
Key Features of the HopTech Homebrewing Kit
One standout feature of the HopTech Homebrewing Kit is that it eliminates the need for siphoning, a process that even experienced brewers find frustrating. With our included spigots for each bucket and our unique SpigotGuard™ system, you won’t have to worry about transferring your beer while disturbing sediment. The SpigotGuard™ also acts as a racking tube, ensuring the beer stays clean and free from sediment during the fermentation process.
Unlike most kits that come with just one bucket, we provide two buckets. The first bucket serves as a settling tank to remove hop particles and trub before fermentation. It also doubles as a bottling bucket, helping to ensure your beer is as clear as possible when you’re ready to bottle.
Upgraded Components for Better Brewing
Our home brewing kit also includes several high-end components that make brewing easier and more precise:
- Precision Hydrometer and Sample Flask for accurate gravity readings
- Precision Dial Thermometer to monitor temperature for optimal fermentation
- A high-temperature brewing spoon (extra-long, 24 inches) for stirring your brew
- An extra-large nylon grain steeping bag for easy grain handling
- A deluxe hand lever capper (with an option to upgrade to a bench capper)
Other valuable additions include a bottle cleaning brush, 180 bottle caps, and sanitizing products like Iodophor Sanitizer and Pro Brewers Wash (PBW).
Instructional Materials
Unlike other kits that come with outdated or minimal instructions, the HopTech Homebrewing Kit includes the newly revised Brewing Quality Beers book, along with our own step-by-step guide to help you use each piece of equipment. Our comprehensive instructions ensure that even first-time brewers can follow along with ease, and our Beer Advice phone number is available for any after-hours questions.
What’s Included in the Kit?
Here’s a complete list of what comes with the HopTech Homebrewing Kit:
- 6 Gallon Plastic Fermenter Bucket with Lid;
- 6 Gallon Plastic Settling/Bottling Bucket with Lid;
- 2 SpigotGuard™ (one for each tank);
- 2 Spigots;
- 4’ Racking Hose;
- Deluxe Hand Lever Capper;
- Bottle Cleaning Brush;
- Precision Hydrometer;
- Hydrometer Sample Flask;
- Precision Dial Thermometer;
- 24” (19” if shipped) Double-ended High Temp Brewing Spoon;
- 4 oz Bottle of Iodophor Sanitizer;
- 2 oz Package of Pro Brewers Wash (PBW);
- HopTech Bottle Opener;
- Airlock w/Stopper;
- 3 ft Blowoff Tube;
- Bottle Filler;
- 180 Caps;
- Brewing Quality Beers Book;
- HopTech Step-by-step Instruction Manual;
- Beer Advice phone number for after-hours questions.
Additional Items You’ll Need
While the HopTech Homebrewing Kit includes nearly everything, there are a few additional items you’ll need to get started:
- Boiling kettle (at least a 20-quart pot made of stainless steel or enamel)
- Beer bottles (around two cases of 12 oz bottles, which can be purchased or reused, as long as they are not twist-off types or green/clear)
- Ingredients for your first beer, available through our ingredient kits section
If you don’t already have a suitable kettle, we offer two stainless steel brew kettles for your convenience. Check out our Beer Brewing Equipment section for more details.
The HopTech Advantage
When you compare the quality and value of the components included in the HopTech Homebrewing Kit, you’ll see why it’s the best choice for both beginners and experienced brewers alike. With this kit, your first brewing experience will be as smooth and stress-free as possible. Plus, the high-quality equipment included ensures your brews will always taste great. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to upgrade your current setup, this kit has everything you need to create outstanding beer.
Start brewing today with the HopTech Homebrewing Kit and enjoy the satisfaction of making your own delicious beer!