ANVIL FOUNDRY 10.5 GALLON SYSTEM | Unboxing and Review

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

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[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Sterling is my middle name. New video uploaded tonight!

[@dschneid11]

Got mine last month, it performed flawlessly right out of the box. My inaugural brew is the clearest, crispest light ale I've ever made!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

hell yeah dave. brew on!

[@kadozen]

I level upped my laziness. For sparge water I use my cheap Sous Vide wand to heat and hold the temp. I have one because I like to pretend I know what I'm doing in the kitchen and the cambro that came with holds the volume I need. The other super awesome lazy life pro tip: I got the Whirlpool attachment for my Brewzilla and just swap the recirc arm for it with about 15 minutes left in the boil when I add the IC that came with it. When I start running the chiller after the boil is done I kick on the pump and let the whirlpool arm stir the wort passed the IC coils and I go clean a few bottles in the garage

[@alvaradobrewhouse6387]

Just ordered my Anvil, and now we wait!! This video sold me, but we'll see how my first brew goes. Thanks CH, you're the man braj...

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

hell yeah Tom! you're gonna love it braj! cheers!

[@711Yanni]

I stumbled across this video because I'm shopping around looking to buy a turn key all grain setup and was hoping to find an informative video... but just the fact that you guys have a metal version of the flash man theme song from megaman 2 as your opening theme forced me give this a thumbs up before watching anything past the intro. Cheers!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

nice catch! cheers brotha!

[@Nefariousrouge]

Ordered this on a Black Friday deal and it just arrived! Can't wait to black out on 5 gallons of my own beer!

[@Texaviator]

Love mine, just crossed the one year old mark. I built a GFCi protected 240v extension cord for running off my apartment drier.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

collab for a tutorial? teach me haha

[@Texaviator]

HOMEBREW 4 LIFE Short Circuited Brewers actually did a video on building the cord. I’d be glad to help any way I can.

[@probegt75]

You braj's are great I watch all your videos even the old ones. Funny af...down to earth and very informative. Definitely thinking about this rig after the holidays are over. 🤘

[@d.homebrewery]

The abrupt ending always gets me. 🤣

[@mozz69r]

Good review guys - nice looking kit. I've been brewing in a 50 litre Hopcat which is similar, and I think it's great and was only £350, half the price of a 30 litre Grainfather and a quarter of the price of the new 70 litre model. All in one systems are The Tits, makes brewday super easy.

[@AndJusTIceForRob]

I have the 6.5gal system. I brewed less than a dozen batches in it before it randomly died on me the other day between the mash and the boil. It's on its way to Anvil to be looked at right now. But, otherwise I've had no qualms except that the cooling coil is entirely too short even for the 6.5gal setup. Luckily, I already have another stainless steel wort chiller with a longer neck so that it can actually reach the bottom. The wort chiller that came with the kit barely reaches down to the 3 gallon level (and it's supposed to be for brewing 2.5-3gal batches). I noticed you didn't use the metal clamp the kit comes with (which I believe goes downstream of the pump) to slow down the rate of flow. I noticed you said around 8:23 to use the ball valve to slow down the rate of flow. Since other viewers on here may end up following your method, I wanted to ask if partially closing the valve upstream of the pump rather than downstream will put undue stress on your pump?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

yeah electric will always have more liabilities than gas. We tried to brew last week and the power went out and ruined brew day haha. And yes, we use the metal clamp kit now. Always have the valve opened entirely when recirculating. I'd also recommend milling grain 2x on this system (wort drops out fast when you pull up mash basket)

[@AndJusTIceForRob]

@@HOMEBREW4LIFE Really, 2X? I just bought a grain mmill 4 or 5 batches ago and have always been afraid of messing with the crush. Will it not get stuck if it's milled twice (I run recirc too, otherwise my efficiency plummets)?

[@jonbell7186]

just ordered one of these from anvil and a pile of ingredients from northern brewer. ready to get back into that homebrew life 💪

[@jonbell7186]

just kegged the fist batch of smash beer from the foundry and could not be happier with the result! definitely a mbc brew! will post recipe later. cheers brajs

[@wendell_stamps]

You still like this thing? I put a deposit down at my local homebrew store. Finally going all grain after 14 years of partial mash. Also if you ever come to Greenville SC hit me up.

[@quailstreetcoffeeroastersm6674]

I don't need or want such a product but after watching this video I'm ordering one.

[@crabmansteve6844]

I decided on this one simply because I feel like they're the only one's who are trying to get you all you need at once. There are much more "premium" systems out there, but they try so hard to nickel and dime you with accessories that should have been included in the first place, looking at you Spike/SSbrewco. The clawhammer is amazing too, but it's not $1600 (for 240v) amazing, I don't care how cool it is. The Anvil comes out of the box with the option for 120/240. It's fuckin sweet.

[@vallangenburg5138]

CH, I bought this unit and am hooked! I love all your videos both for the content and the comedic value. You guys are awesome, keep up the great work!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Hell yeah! Cheers braj 🍻 ❤️

[@donaldvanollefen3112]

Absolutely LOVED your video. Wife asked what I want for Christmas. This is it. I've been home brewing - totally old school - for 30 years. Time to move up and make brewing easier. Thank you for this video!!!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Happy holidays! Cheers Donald!

[@peterpoel1019]

I bought a Grainfather years ago and it delivered. I’d definitely buy one of the Anvils seeing the price and what you get+ John Palmer!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Cheers PP!

[@peterpoel1019]

Urine luck boys (you know I took shit for those initials as a lad)! Love the channel

[@splatt7king]

Best review I’ve seen on the Anvil so far.... thanks!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Cheers matt!

[@josephritchie4019]

CH you the maaaan! just curious in your newer videos you dont use the anvil foundry as much. everything still ok with it?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

This video was from awhile ago. My system changes all the time loo

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Lol

[@josephritchie4019]

Brew on braj!!!🍻🍻

[@20missioncerveza48]

Was that music from Chrono Trigger at 9:40? Enjoyed the video.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Oh yeah 💯 nice catch amigo!

[@Hacky2447]

What is the efficiency you get from it? My 3 vessel gets 75-80 true mash efficiency with a 70-75% brew house efficiency. I would expect it to be lower due to sparge. Experiment time… can you mash the grain with all the needed water. Mash, raise out the grain basket to sparge and then recirc to rinse the grain without adding water? Curious on what efficiency would be at.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

no clue!

[@Hacky2447]

@@HOMEBREW4LIFE well alright then. Lol

[@JusBrewing]

Could you do a video on Nitro setups? There are a few videos out there but your "HOW TO FOR BEGINNERS" videos are got me where I am now!

[@iamfcon]

I think they're just manufacturing small batches of them, so preorders always sell out. I just have the page kept saved in a tab on Chrome and refresh it once a day to see if they'll open up the preorders, but they've been good with the emails a few days prior stating when the next batch of preorders will open up. Either way, looking forward to trying mine out.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

They are awesome bro! Cheers F Con

[@richnetane5101]

You guys are killin it man. Keep it up. Just brewed my first batch on this beast and so far, so good.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Cheers Rich. Thanks for watching!

[@dynamandan467]

I am wondering... What if the heating element ever goes out, will Anvil replace it, or can you go to a plumber's supply or home depot to get a new one?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I have no clue, but cheers!

[@yonagwy5826]

I have an older model bought it scratch and dent discount. It ain't pretty but it works good. I use it for my smaller batches. My 25 gallon tower of power brew easy is my baby.

[@krazy80baby39]

Mine will be here Thursday. It's nice you got a free one. I see alot of comments from people like myself buying after watching this. They should of given you an affiliate link out of it. You explain how it works alot better than others. And you didn't spend a half hour unboxing saying what's in the box.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Krazy 80 Baby lol its all good. It pushes the homebrew community, and thats what its all about

[@backwaterboatrehab]

Very cool, very cool. Seems simple to operate.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

get back to work! #3rdshift

[@mrthesquid]

This system is very tempting. When I am ready to buy one I think this is the one I will get. Cheers!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I highly recommend it brotha

[@dubufam7948]

Yeah, I am getting tired of cleaning a 3 vessel system. . . Probably going to buy one of these. I wonder if you can add a Whirlpool Arm?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

We use electric for mash and kettle souring. Gas for the rest of the process

[@afhostie]

Alright braj, you convinced me and I got one! For cleaning this thing, do you measure the oxy or just dump some in? I looked at the chart for pbw and 1 once per gallon seems insane.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Just eyeball it! 🍻

[@afhostie]

Seems like an incredible deal compared to grainfather or clawhammer, especially since you get 240v included

[@D.Jimenez_92]

I was wondering if you guys know how to make triple fruited sour beers and if you can possible make a video tutorial using this same brewing system 🤔

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

years ago... sorry man but i haven't brewed with fruit in years

[@toddgladysiewski426]

I not sure why the pump is needed? I 'm new to all grain brewing and I bought a mash and boil system and it doesn't have a circulating pump. Do I need to buy one?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Vorlaufing is the way to go

[@Doseland]

Sup Fam, just ordered the Anvil 10.5! Been on my list for about a year, thanks to the casino I can afford to pull the trigger on it and start brewing electric!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

WELCOME TO THE ANVIL CLUB!

[@coryfalconer25]

What about the vevor?

[@robbietrench9915]

Looks a solid piece of kit. I use a 50l 'brew devil' similar thing not twin walled though. And the pump is internal. Fun fact. Fill up with water and heat. Put the stainless chiller in, circulate paddling pool water for an hour . Heated pool, because er.. england Cheers 🍺

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I'll definitely check it out! Cheers Robbie!

[@AlejandroRamiz]

Are you keeping the anvil or you have to return it? if you keep it, would you keep using it?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Cheers!

[@afhostie]

So what's the price comparison for regular biab? $50 for Home Depot cooler, $30 for ball valve, $10 for bag, $100-250 for boil kettle, $50 for immersion chiller, $50 for propane tank (if you don't already have one), $50 for a gas burner? Seems like for only a little bit more than you could spend batch sparging in a cooler you can get this thing, assuming you're starting from scratch.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

no clue. I don't biab

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Nice video braj! Did the recirculation kit not come with a hose "pinch" clamp assembly? You should restrict the output on those pumps not the input, but it looks like it worked.. TWO WORD bro... ND Filter!! The 1.8 was baking the sensor with light!! Great lens though!! 👍🍻

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

ND FILTER???? please explain! I have no idea about cameras and lenses

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

@@HOMEBREW4LIFE sunglasses for the lens so you can shoot wide open at 1.8 and not be overexposed.. 😁

[@falconsfortressbrewworx5972]

After the boil, can you whirlpool? Is it worth it?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Go for it!

[@coryfalconer25]

Vevor is under 300 dollars, and has pump, hop spider, 10 recipe memory, chiller,all included.

[@MasoThings]

Have you ran into actual temp always shows 212 degrees? You said you calibrated it. Couldn't find anything on how to, or the error E1 message I'm getting in the power section.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I always calibrate it with my inkbird

[@MasoThings]

Thanks for responding. Stupid simple fix. Anvil Foundry actual temp stuck on 212 degrees with error E1 in the power section. Empty. Let cool about 20-30 minutes. When pushing the reset button. You have to really push it till you hear/feel a pop. That was the problem. Just wanted to post this in case someone else has the same problem & googles it. Cheers HB4L.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Im sure you just saved some future headaches 🍻 ❤️

[@clagadin71]

My question for this system is, does it compensate for boiling in high altitudes? I live in Colorado and I hit a boil at 202. Other systems I've seen falts out if you set to boil under 220 or 212. I've tried contacting Anvil for a few months and not getting an answer about it

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

keep the lid on until you ur close to boil. Having the lid on significantly keeps this system hotter

[@perrymattes4285]

Maybe think about adding a valve to the output of the pump to avoid cavitation in the pump.

[@LagerThanLife]

I’ve moved to C because I’m too stupid to figure out if F is an option on my heater.

[@KH-id2hr]

the MEGAMAN X soundtrack in the background! Sick!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Nice catch kyle!

[@linearstream3584]

cool video, would you be able to do a review on the Brewzilla, and/or the mash & boil?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I'd love to brew it side by dude!

[@poshomi]

could you make a video about how you approach 10 gal batches on a propane system? I wish I could get an Anvil!! thx braj

[@brianarmstrong2230]

Of course six months after I got mine they moved the controller to the top. May have to sell my current one and get the new model... easier on the knees

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Awww man! Swap it for a new one!

[@danc3693]

That is one of the top reasons I’m considering it over others - at age 61, 6’3” with hardware in my back and crappy knees, I do not want that controller next to the floor!

[@RobNorton]

New sub from me.. not sure how the hell I've never seen you guys until I've started looking for info on this!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

welcome aboard cheers Rob!

[@erjmesa]

Nice video brother. I have been on the fence with the Anvil. I think I will be putting my name on the pre-order waiting list.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Bro it's worth it. cheers eric

[@aasiaasi]

I love how you make the F stand out while real world uses C... And there's also litres in that kettle!

[@aasiaasi]

@morse xD

[@stillbald5827]

I was just looking at one of these bad boys! Looking forward to this!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Its awesome! #vouched

[@poorasslawstudent]

okay so after a couple years did the anvil hold up?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

It broke

[@poorasslawstudent]

@@HOMEBREW4LIFE that's bullshit something that cost that kind of money should last for at least 5 years

[@mrmadmonkey]

Good video man! Have you checked out the 65L Brewzilla?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

No but i would love to! Cheers terry!

[@beentheretappedthat1173]

Vids are always top notch. You took Maurey’s burp to the face like a champ! The Anvil looks f’in sweet. Cheers C.H.!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

cheers braja see you tomorrow

[@joshturner4741]

Nice vid man. Should have snuck in a few sonic booms to that theme music. Good brew and some street fighter....

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

SF2 4 LIFE!!! Cheers Josh!

[@supertrucker111579]

I bought a brewzilla. I wanted a anvil but anvil can't get it up and (out of stalk) till to be determined.........

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

All good! Brewzilla shred too!

[@SoulClubCoffee]

mad respeck braj; i been brewin in Oscar the Grouch's house propped over a trash fire

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Cheers Brajlord Dan!

[@JoaoKing]

Another great video! The anvil hands down is the best system on the market as far as the price line goes. Most bang for your buck for sure.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I agree. Cheers John!

[@jerrykelly7976]

Nice video, ordered one over a month ago from Morebeer still no got..but hope I get word of shipment soon...Thx

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Ur gonna love it!

[@paradiez]

Somehow you made me smarter after i watched this video. I'm going back to college.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

see you sunday fonzy

[@markusgreen78]

Thanks guys!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Thanks for watching Markus

[@BigEzzy619]

I'm convinced! Look at chu being a salesman haha.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Down for some volcano insurance?!?!

[@BigEzzy619]

@@HOMEBREW4LIFE down like a clown charlie brown

[@IDillon0]

Another banger str8 out the woodwork, respect

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Braj on!

[@TotallyAestheticGames]

Awesome video bro! I'm thinking about upgrading to an all electric brewing system. I'll have to see if they are accepting preorders again, cheers!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

what size shirt do you wear?

[@TotallyAestheticGames]

@@HOMEBREW4LIFE L or XL

[@SebastianGonzalez-nl7rq]

Love mine it’s been good to me

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

hell yeah sebastian. I brewed on it twice this week. Awesome invention

[@SebastianGonzalez-nl7rq]

You should try cooling with the exchilerator

[@AlejandroRamiz]

Hahahaha... Im sales man... jajajajja... big fan! Greate vid.. Men, I work with the same Anvil and its being so fun and easy, I tottaly recomend it... Greeteings from Mexico!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Cheers from TN!!!

[@wackadoobrewing3462]

where's the MBC? :(

[@alexrocks135]

Not gunna lie I’m tempted to buy this after watching the video.(or just switch to a all in one system in general). I can sell all my all grain stuff for $300 on offerup and put in the remaining outta pocket. I’m gunna wait till this is available on northern brewer or keg factory cuz they have payment plans lol

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I like where your head is at fam

[@alexrocks135]

HOMEBREW 4 LIFE update: northern brewer is shipping it as of today. I just placed my order 😬

[@partyshirtproductions5774]

Hey where can I buy some merch?

[@kcalumpit]

homebrew4life.com/

[@williamstover7350]

What’s the largest grain bill you’ve ever brewed in your Foundry?

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Just 5

[@mbar27]

Awesome video, just bought one.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I love mine too, cheers mark! Im brewing on it tomorrow

[@carolhardy797]

Great video...great Anvil product!

[@lakedrywater]

I'm buying mine tomorrow. Very excite. But more importantly--- HOW ABOUT THAT MEGA MAN X JAM YOU SNUCK IN THERE?? WTF ALL THE SUDDEN IT'S 1994 AND I'M FILLING UP MY SUB-TANKS AND GETTING ARMOR UPGRADES FROM DR. LIGHT HIMSELF!!!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Dr light lives on!

[@d.j.robinson9424]

I pitty the fool that's not rockin that sweet gold chain, especially Thom cruise...😉👍👍💚🍺🍺🍺

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@CamFromOz]

Awesome Vid. Informative and funny!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Cheers CC

I think that Speidel Braumeister came before Grainfather.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

News to me! Cheers!

[@trevgoldie]

Awesome!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

cheers bro!

[@hotmcscott]

Great video dude! As far as heating the water, it also has a start timer you can set to come on so your water is at temp ahead of time. Keep the awesome videos coming buddy!...love your channel and no BS honesty

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Cheers Razor Ramon!

[@hotmcscott]

HOMEBREW 4 LIFE ....eh yo!

[@adrianquinlan3989]

Love you guys

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

we love you too braj!

[@teej4636]

yep on that pre-order list - hopefully ill get my jawn mid June and get rid of all the bulky equipment out of the condo - as always great work CH-

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

cheers my dude

[@chrisleslie1405]

Looks awesome!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

let's get wasted in 24 hours!

[@yahoofx]

Some friend! Splishing water all over your buddies camera! #LOLOSER Probably should tell folks to passivate their stainless steel before first use. Mine came with a considerable machine work smell straight out of the box. I love the Anvil Foundry 10.5. Great piece of equipment.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I actually think they sent me a used one, so i didn't have that problem but nice catch

[@paradiez]

@@HOMEBREW4LIFE I traded my lens for his Premium Porn Hub account, winners all around!

[@tangomike6712]

Loved it brajlord

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I owe you another beer

[@mattymerk522]

Muh muh muh muh MANDATORY BEER CHUG!!!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

ha, it's coming back. I promise matt

[@silvermediastudio]

When I start a microbrew, it's going to be called Yeast Yeeters.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

I'll be there Gorilla. I'll be there.

[@tommanning7337]

Fucking awesome, RoboBrew user here and love it!!!🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

How do you dig the robo brew tom?

[@tommanning7337]

HOMEBREW 4 LIFE it’s cheap , it’s easy to use, it’s easy to clean, I did replace the main board before it took a shit , apparently (they have issues) board was cheap like $35 I think and easy to replace. Been over a year and gallons of beer later with no problems 👍🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@dhagey90]

Come visit Philadelphia and brew some beer at my house braj

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

philly is my old hood, my mom was a flight attendant for us airways out of philly

[@dhagey90]

HOMEBREW 4 LIFE damn dude that’s awesome, if you’re ever in time give me a shout!

[@MrGuitardude666]

Fire

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

ICE!!!!

[@johnhubbard6262]

"IKEA Fake Wood" boy that's the truth. I run 7.5" DeWalt DW3191hybrid blades on my circular saw so I can cut through nails/spike/small bolts when remodeling. (Like a Diablo on steroids) I have never broken a tooth and takes forever to dull it. Until you try to cut down some 2" table legs on a piece of IKEA Fake Wood furniture, that will ruin the blade by the fourth leg and overheat the blade so badly you can't resharpen it. Don't get me started on the sparks, that is some nasty metal-filled fake wood for sure.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Solid feedback Cheers John!

[@davefoster831]

👍👍👍👍

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

Cheers DF!

[@Hellbrews]

Blichmann vorlaughing , Cheers 🍻

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

grind grind grind!

[@matthewtrigwell7803]

always chill as fuck. great review i need one.

[@dantedeluca978]

Finally

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

girlfriends bday got in the way. 4 vides in June!

[@dantedeluca978]

@@HOMEBREW4LIFE not giving you a hard time, just wanted to get your thoughts on it.

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

@@dantedeluca978 It's awesome. I'm on board with electric. Mandatory if you're into kettle souring

[@dantedeluca978]

Never did a kettle sour before, am a big fan of sour beers so gonna have to try.

[@davehanna1557]

Video started off kinda gay, not that there’s anything wrong with that. A good review after all…. Do you really think sparge is required? Cheers!

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

all you have to do is believe dave

[@sk8girls13]

Brawj AF

[@HOMEBREW4LIFE]

ALWAYS#