Reviews – BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

April 3, 2025 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

My Brew Pumps: A Comparison Between the Chugger, Blichmann RipTide, Spike Flow, & Anvil XP

A comparison of all my brew pumps, their specifications, testing, and what I think of them relative to one another. Pumps compared: Chugger, Blichmann RipTide,

March 23, 2025 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

BrewBuilt X3 UNI Jacketed Conical Fermenter: Welcome Improvements Over The X2

An update on my experiences with the BrewBuilt UNI X series of jacketed conical fermenters and a comparison of the important enhancements made to the

October 14, 2023 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

The Spike Flow: Brew Pump Initial Review

My initial review of the Spike Flow by Spike Brewing. ✅ See it in action here: https://youtube.com/live/a_hOJsRbJFc?feature=share Spike’s brew pump comparison video: https://youtu.be/-KGKfbMsH40?si=YcixlMWIuZ-I2d5k Support my

June 22, 2023 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

The BoilerMaker Surface by Blichmann Engineering: A Hands-On Review

Blichmann Engineering released their latest product; an easy to clean electric kettle called the BoilerMaker Surface. Blichmann had sent me a couple of their earliest

June 1, 2023 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Jacketed BrewBuilt X2 (14 Gallon) Fermenter Review: Is It a Unitank or a Conical?

My final review of the 14 gallon BrewBuilt X2 fermenter and IceMaster MAX 2 Glycol Chiller after having used it multiple times and posting updates

May 14, 2023 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

The MeatStick 4X Wireless Thermometer

I gave the new MeatStick 4X a try on various cooks including rotisserie and sous vide; two cooking methods that can benefit from a wireless

February 26, 2023 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

BrewBuilt X2 UNI Jacketed Conical Fermenter: First Look

My first of several upcoming videos on the new BrewBuilt X2 UNI Jacketed Conical Fermenter by MoreBeer! This overview video explains a number of advantages

January 26, 2023 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

The Case for Immersion Chillers: Why They Are The Best Wort Chilling Option for the Homebrewer

A run through of WHY immersion chillers are the best wort chilling option for home brewers making 10 gallon batches or less. After using various

January 18, 2023 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

A Kegmenter Review: It’s both a Keg and a Fermenter. Plus, the FlotIT 2.0.

After a year of use, I explain why the Kegmenter is my go-to homebrew fermenter of choice for both pressure fermentation and regular (non-pressure) fermentation.

December 13, 2022 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Canning Home Brew Using the Oktober Design BenchMK Can Seamer and a Blichmann Engineering Beer Gun

Canning a 30 pack of bourbon stout using the Oktober Design BenchMK Can Seamer and Blichmann Engineering Beer Gun bottle (can) filler along with some

January 16, 2022 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Homebrewing Hose Cleaning Tip: Keg Wands!

A little trick I use to make my life so much easier when it comes to rinsing, cleaning, and sanitizing various hoses used in home

June 28, 2021 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Plastic Pressure Fermentation: Fermenter King Snub Nose and FermZilla All Rounder

Ever want to ferment under pressure? Carboys can’t do it, and stainless steel vessels are expensive. Another option? PET (plastic) fermenters! Relatively cheap, they are

December 26, 2020 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Exchilerator Turbonik Brush Review: Clean A Carboy Quickly and Easily

Cleaning carboys with carboy brushes can be tedious, but cleaning a glass carboy does not have to be a difficult job. Using an Exchilerator Turbonik

September 15, 2020 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Reviewing the Blichmann BrewEasy (240V Electric, 10 Gallon Version)

My initial review of the Blichmann Engineering BrewEasy; a unique 2-vessel all-grain RIMS (Recirculating Infusion Mash System) brew system for home brewers. The unit reviewed

July 8, 2020 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Blichmann Engineering RipTide Brewing Pump vs Chugger Pump Review: Why I Switched

I recently replaced my Chugger Pump with a Blichmann Engineering RipTide and am SO glad I did. See why I switched and my review of

June 20, 2020 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Can the 20 Gallon Spike Solo Brew 5 Gallon Batches of Beer?

I brewed a five gallon batch of beer on the 20 gallon version of the Spike Brewing Solo BIAB electric brew system. Easy peasy. #SpikeBrewing

June 13, 2020 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

PLAATO Keg Review

My experience and thoughts on the PLAATO Keg Management System. PLAATO website: https://plaato.io/

April 30, 2020 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

The New Steam Condenser Lid by Spike Brewing: A Preview

Spike Brewing sent me a prototype of their upcoming Steam Condenser Lid, and I brewed a batch of beer with it. See how it went!

March 27, 2020 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Review of The ELECTRICHAIR by JaDeD Brewing

My review of The ElectriChair by JaDeD Brewing with an overview and live demonstration by the owner of JaDeD Brewing. The ElectriChair is a copper

March 15, 2020 BEER-N-BBQ by Larry

Spike eBIAB: 1st Brew Day Experience

The outcome of my first brew day on the Spike Brewing eBIAB Single Vessel Brewing System. Some observations and some ideas for improving the brew