Collection: Fermenters & Fermenting Equipment

A stainless steel GF30 Conical Fermenter lets you collect yeast and trub in the cone and dump or transfer it without opening the vessel, while a bucket fermenter is simpler and cheaper but requires siphoning off the top. Stainless steel fermenters also provide a longer lasting, easier to clean surface, that resists scratches and is less prone to the build up of microbes. Conical fermenters generally give cleaner beer and easier yeast harvesting, at a higher price point.

A fermenter controller isn't mandatory, but it makes a real difference to beer quality, since holding a consistent fermentation temperature reduces off-flavours from stressed yeast. It's one of the highest-impact upgrades a home brewer can make after their first few batches.

Rinse immediately after use to stop residue drying on, then clean with a brewery-safe cleaner and sanitise just before adding your next batch. Stainless steel conical fermenters are generally easier to clean thoroughly than bucket fermenters thanks to their smooth interior and, for those like the GF30, a bottom dump valve.