How To Brew Small Batch All Grain BIAB Beer | Brewing on Small batch Brewing Equipment

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

I know this is a long video. Let me know what you think of this format here in the comments. I did put a time stamp in the description to help navigate the long video. Thanks for watching!!

[@bharkin1]

I like it Brian.

[@jafarym77]

This format is perfect...I watched the entire video without skipping a second... can't wait for the next one. Cheers

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Wow! Thanks! Appreciate the feedback! Cheers! 👍🍻

[@canadianbrewer]

I too like the long video. Great work Brian. Cheers, Chris

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks for the feedback Chris! Cheers! 👍🍻

[@damkad313]

This is amazing. As an apartment brewer, thank you for putting in the work to design a smaller system like this! I will definitely be doing a build for this some time soon.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

It is a lot of fun to brew on too! 👍🍻

[@perfectworldpat7053]

sick video, i love stuff like this, thanks for sharing

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

👍🍻 Thanks!!

[@JeffreyQuigg]

I do small batches and have been trying to come up with an electric method and you saved me a bunch of hassle. Thank you!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Great! I'm glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching. I have more small batch systems coming soon. Induction coming up in the near future. 👍🍻

[@vindaloo3666]

The system is adorable to me☺️ I am a petite woman who just got the Robobrew & getting ready to do my first brew. Your Robobrew videos were so great👍🏻 many thanks sir. So cute! 🤟 Watching your mash in process & recirculating... looks like the giant brew master from Short Circuited Brewers is showing elves how to brew a lager. 😂

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks for the comments! My wife loves the system too. She thinks it is really cute! Cheers! 👍🍻

[@tysenbibb1501]

Great video! I just started following your channel a couple months ago. Cool small batch setup. The recirculating pump is awesome. In the last year I downsized from my 5 gallon system to a 3 gallon BIAB setup. I use an 1800watt induction burner with a 5.5 gallon SS Brewtech kettle. For the sparge I re-purposed a steel mesh double strainer. It fits perfectly on top of my kettle. I use filtered tap so my mash efficiency varies a little from batch to batch based on the grist, but I get 75 to 80% efficiency. I send 3 gallons to the fermenter and get 2.5 gallons of clear bear (gelatin + 2-3 day cold crash) to my 2.5 gallon kegs. I small batch BIAB. I can make wort with an OG as high as 1.085 and my brew day, if uninterrupted, is about 3 hours. Love the videos and the channel. Electric brewing for the win!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Tyler I appreciate the comments. I was really surprised to see how much interest there was in the small batch systems. I will have to admit it was a lot of fun brewing on it and cleanup was a breeze. Cleanup is one thing that I don’t enjoy a lot on my three vessel system LOL. Thanks for watching and commenting! 🍻👍

[@leehaseley2164]

Hat off to you on the system build,sir. Well done.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Lee! May do an update in it soon. I have some more ideas on it. Cheers! 👍🍻

[@stuarthoopfer963]

Subbed! Love you taking the hi-tech approach to brewing

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

👍🍻

[@DiegoRodriguez-pr1bf]

BIAB Sparge Ideas- A false bottom is better than the strainer you have. When it's time to Sparge just lift the bag out and put a large kitchen strainer under the bag that rests on the kettle to let it drain. You can slowly pour Sparge water on the bag to collect more wort. The bag needs more to drain than the holes are providing and larger holes still probably won't be enough. Another option is to take the bag out of the kettle and put it into a second bucket, add Sparge water, wait >10 min. and then remove the bag and add the wort collected into the kettle. This way you can control the preboil volume.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

All great observations and ideas. I may wind up drilling out the holes in the colander to see how that performs if that doesn't give me what I need I might cut the bottom out of the colander and use it as a false bottom in the kettle to prevent the bag from touching the element and go with that. It's still a work in progress but I wanted to share the results so far. I really appreciate the tips and ideas! Cheers! 👍🍻

[@williamlesmerises2917]

Very cool video, currently waiting on parts to modify my 15 gallon SSbrewtech kettle to a 240v system, bought a slideblade element so I can still use my jaded immersion cooler, a blichman controller, a sprinkler head and pump for recirculation to mimic the clawhammer design.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Sounds great!

[@johncronin1823]

Excellent Video, very instructive. No afraid to comment on mistakes made and how to correct them.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

We all make them, no doubt about that. If you ever watched one of our lives streams you'd see that for sure... Lol 👍🍻

[@Zigz94]

Just finally finished the project and ordering for my first brew. Here are my only complaints: 1) Probe insert is not very solid and I had to use a crap ton of tape to keep it from leaking. The rubber piece that came with it tore apart while using it. 2) My system comes with a glass lid, I think it would be best to do a clawhammer like system and use a metal lid and drill a hole and use a special tip so you don't have to drape the hose over the edge. 3) I think the inkbird is confusing to use but I've also never used a controller. I think more videos on how to use it would be beneficial. Overall I'm happy that it works and can't wait to use it for my small apartment brews! Edit: So after a couple months of using this, I've made some adjustments and I'm now at the point where I can hit my marks nearly spot on and make awesome brews! My biggest adjustment was that I bought a stainless steel lid and I drilled a hole with attachments so it kinda acts like the clawhammer lid. I got tired of my hose coming out and spraying everywhere and this method works perfectly. I made the basket with the screws as described in the video, and honestly, it wasn't doing it for me. I just so happened to have a basket that fit without touching the element and I use this now. Something to note is when I first used my element, the paint or whatever is on it cracked and started peeling. I think this lead to a metallic off-flavor on my first brew. After it completely peeled off I haven't noticed any off-flavors. In fact, my IPA (second brew) I did turned out awesome and was very clear. Since I started I've made a pale ale (turned bad as explained above), IPA, NEIPA, and a raspberry witbier and all have either come close to the gravities or hit them exactly on. Not a change but just a comment, the controller is really easy to use, and IDK why I was complaining before. As stated in my first comment, I'm VERY happy with this setup and hope to use it for many more batches!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanjs for the feedback! 👍🍻

[@unsaltedlife5998]

One system that can operate many different kettles is a great idea 💡

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

It is a great little controller! 👍🍻

[@janrickenbach5311]

Great videos, thanks. I actually brew mini batches on a induction plate and recirculate with a solar pump. The pot is 12qt in volume. After I hit strike temperature and grains are mashed in I reduce the temperature on my induction plate and keep recirculating. I use the no sparge method so since the mash is quite thin there is no worries about creating a vacuum underneath the grain bed. I use KENT quick connects 1/2 NPT that are made in plastic. Male version costs $1.50 and Female $2.00, they are quarter turn bayonet, works great. Just an idea to save a few dollars but still have the luxary of quick disconnects. Just started to check out your videos and I really like the useful hints. Cheers from Grand Rapids,MI

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Jan! Those are some great tips for sure! Thanks for watching and commenting! 👍🍻

[@BEERNBBQBYLARRY]

I like the DIY all in one system! Cool. Oh wait...is that an immersion chiller I see!?!?!?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Hahaha GUILTY!! I don't hate on them.. Just don't use them in my big system.. Cheers Larry!! 👍🍻

[@unsaltedlife5998]

Hey Larry you both should get together to a electric build on your system. I’m a big fan of you both and think others might want to see that video too!!!

[@yitznewton]

I love this. I did see on the reviews for the pump, it *may not be food safe*, so caveat emptor on that. I've been doing 4-5 gallon batches on my gas stove, and finding that it's too much beer for one batch - I want to try more styles/iterations more often. This is great food for thought for a 2-3 gallon system.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

You might also look at the Anvil Foundry 6.5 it is perfect for doing that size batch. And it would get you off the stove top 😁 your significant other will thank you!! www.morebeer.com/products/anvil-foundry-brewing-system-65-gal.html?a_aid=shrtcrct

[@toddstovall9274]

Love the video! I do small batch, full volume, no-sparge, stovetop BIAB which is as simple as it gets. Your take is on the other end of the spectrum, both in cost and complexity, but very interesting nonetheless. For someone that wants to get into small batch brewing, regardless of technique, I'd recommend going with at least a 12qt pot, especially if you want to do a full volume mash. I also highly recommend a quality brew bag. I started with 5gal paint strainers and switched to a Wilserbrewer brew bag -- what a difference!. Anyway, can't wait for the next video!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Yeah Todd, It can definitely be done that way. But hey I am the electric guy right.. lol It is fun toying with these. I should be putting out the next one very soon. It will be full volume no sparge. I will have to look into those bags. I have heard nothing but good things about them. Cheers! 👍🍻

[@gregorystephens9669]

I have found that the bags can adhere to the sides and or bottom of the vessel and flow slows. I have placed a few 1 in pvc elbows with some holes drilled in them to hold the bag up a bit off the false bottom and it drains better!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

That's a great tip! Thanks for sharing ! 👍

[@tubedinoz]

Interesting little rig you've built there. Reminds me a bit of mine, but just a different scale. Like you say very handy for test batches etc. Cheers Dino 🍻

[@wintersoon]

Great video! I really like the idea of being able to grow this system with a pot upgrade - alone. This would appear to be make small batches much easier than my Grainfather that I seem to love and hate at the same time. Thanks for taking the time to do this one!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Gary!! I like the fact it will expand as well. I have an upcoming video on a full batch size system based around all the same components. And about 1/2 the price of a GF. Stay tuned! Cheers! 👍🍻

[@davez31turbo]

now all you need is a studio audience. great video!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

LOL No canned laughter please!! Thanks for watching!

[@bharkin1]

get an audience track and dub in...

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Lol Brian!!

[@2TEN90]

Awesome video Brian...looking forward to watching more of this series. It was great chatting with you last night on Tim's channel. Cheers!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Todd! Had a great time too.. It was a hoot!! Cheers!👍🍻

[@2TEN90]

Short Circuited Brewers it sure was! Wonder how Craig is feeling this morning? 😁

[@michaellambert6641]

BTW, thanks for all of the great videos!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks!! 👍🍻

[@nickdavison2724]

Ive seen people here on youtube struggling with lifting the bag out from the 5 gallon brews, some even use a hoist.! Have you not thought about using a group of separate smaller bags? Easier to handle and squeeze out.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

That is a good idea.. 👍W

[@coldfusion16]

Great Video! I really like the multi camera angles. The top view makes it easy for the viewer to see what you're seeing. I am personally looking to build a small system to do test batches on and this came at a great time. Thanks!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Fernando.. I wanted to show as much as I could. Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and commenting! 👍🍻

[@wallyfeck]

Awesome Brian. I built a similar build a few years ago. It's a five gallon pot using my rims controller and heating element. I've never used it. I need to find a chilling method for it. Maybe I can use my counterflow in the basement. I just pulled the trigger on a 3 gallon keg so I can fermenter in that. But you've got me thinking..... Cheers Brian!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Cool man!! I will tell you I'm kind of digging the no chill method. It was pretty easy. Let me know what you come up with. Cheers brother looking forward to seeing that Electric System in action! 👍🍻

[@MegaStamandster]

I've found good success doing a dunk sparge in room temp water in a fermenting bucket. Fortunately don't need too much water for sparge, so can be done on the stove.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

That makes sense.. And then add it to the boil.. Good tip! 👍🍻

[@CristianoTavaresMisticspell]

Hi Brian. This is a system similar to the one I use. Mine it's a bit bigger, 7 gal., but it works the same way. Actually I'm using an Open Ardbir to control the heater and pump but I'm working in a new controller using a Raspberry Pi, known as CraftBeerPi. I have been struggling with the same issues you do because I don´t have a ball valve to control the flow of the pump. Sometimes the element get's dry and the pump just stopped and got "glued". There's always room for improvement. Thanks for sharing. Cheers Cris

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

I am familiar with craft pi. I may try building a system around it sometime in the future. I think having a valve on the pump is a must, unless you have a controller to control the speed I did see on the Brew in a bag group on Facebook someone found a dial controller for those small pumps. I'm going to have to see if I can find out what and where it is. Cheers Christiano! 👍🍻

[@bharkin1]

Look at you with all the camera cuts. Getting all high tech on us.... Great video.... now I have to get more stuff and try small batch, thanks!! 😜

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

LOL if you got it use it!!! I really enjoy both hobbies in one.. I am a camera gear junkie as much as a brewing gear junkie!! Lol hope you enjoyed it!!

[@2TEN90]

Brian Harkin agreed! Great production!!

[@kevinrich5312]

Hey Brian. Great video. I know this video is 2 years old, but did you ever do a follow up on this, or any other small batch brewing videos?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

I haven't yet. I do have the small foundry.and I also gave a couple other ideas that I may explore still. I'm always up to something. 😉👍🍻

[@apenutz987]

Loved the video. Can't wait to see the follow up.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks for watching and commenting! Cheers! 👍🍻

[@DukeGamingShorts]

Great video, thanks for doing it. I do small batches, 2.75 G in a 5 G pot, either on my gas stove (which the wife isn't happy about) or outside on a Blichmann burner (melted the plastic handle cover on my valve on the first attempt LOL). I've been wanting to convert to electric and have been looking at the Inkbird, but didn't know what other parts I needed and now you've listed them for me. I do full volume BIAB, so I'll stick with my 5G pot and Wilser bag. Probably won't bother with a pump and recirculating as my mash efficiency is already low to mid 80's and I don't want to mess with extra parts to get out on brew days and then to clean. Now to look at the parts you listed and see how much it will take to convert to electric. No more propane for me!!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Sounds like a plan!.. If you don't need to recirculate.. don't bother. I like the idea of keeping it super simple. Let me know if you have any questions. Cheers! 🍻👍

[@DukeGamingShorts]

Thanks. My kettle has a metal lid. What do you think about just drilling a small hole in the lid and dangling the probe down through it into the mash? That's what I do now with Thermoworks Chef Alarm to monitor mash temps after I stick it in a preheated oven wrapped in towels. I figure that way I won't have to worry about a temp probe snagging on the bag. Also, one less part to buy. I figure with the Inkbird, element and enclosure, 6 feet of wire and a plug, I'm in it for about $166 + s/h.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

You could.. I have tried to stick it in the mash and I really had a tough time getting it to read accurately. If yo do that make sure it is in the liquid and not the grain bed. Cheers!

[@StassBrewing]

Cheers Brian! Sweet little setup!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks! It is a pretty fun little system to brew on for sure. I will be making some tweeks to make it better after this first brew day. Cheers!

[@JoeyDoingThings]

Cool build, but a bit overkill for 2 gallons! I did two gallons for two years, on the stovetop, BIAB. I have a 5 gallon kettle that I used so I could do full volume. Cheap and easy (which is my favorite!).

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Overkill??!! GUILTY AS CHARGED! lol Wait til you see the 11 gallon system with a 5500 watt element.. lol Thanks for watching! 👍🍻

[@JoeyDoingThings]

Short Circuited Brewers love the show!

[@syoukhan]

nice, I don't usually watch video this long but yours was very interesting...one can say that it was *wort* the time ...

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Matt!! 👍🍻

[@CesarDiaz1971]

Great video. And thanks for the parts list and detailed links on where to get them. I'm just starting to look at electric brewing and BIAB after brewing on the stove stop. The only part I'm not clear on is how you put the kettle together. Any links on how to drill the holes, add the bulkheads etc? Or maybe a follow-up video? Thanks again

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Cesar! I do not have a specific on this kettle I do have a older video that shows how to drill holes into a kettle. These are a little larger kettles but it gives you a general idea. Here is a link. If you have any questions feel free to ask. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4uQm5J9mtp7sNE

[@sgwyoshi]

Love this! I’ll be brewing my first beer in a few weeks, and after seeing the grainfather on Larry’s channel I hoped there was a cheaper smaller scale version. I’m going low tech for now with biab on my kitchen stovetop, but if I really enjoy the hobby I might build something like this eventually. I’d love to see a “twist and rest” holder like the grainfather so you don’t need to mess with the secondary strainer dish when lifting the grain. As for this size batch, maybe you could get an ice water bath to work...I assume you didn’t do that because of the electronics though...maybe a silicon molded sleeve to put the pot in or something?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

That's Awesome! Welcome to the hobby. Yeah the secondary basket is a bit of a pain. More of a pain than I remember after watching it.. lol The electronics do prevent and ice water bath. You might be interested in another system I will be releasing very soon. Little larger batch and uses induction for boiling and heating strike water. Stay Tuned! Cheers!

[@MegaStamandster]

Nice video! I'm doing a 8g pot myself for smaller batches. Those tubing and dead space water losses will get us :-) I know it's bit me a few times!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Yeah that was why everything is so short, I can dump it into a pitcher and pour it back in.Thanks for the comments! Cheers👍🍻

[@TheUnclewillis]

very nice. Question. what would you do different to allow the copper wort chiller to cool the wort?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

That is a good question! If I had a way to make a chiller that had 2 coils that would fit on either side of the heating element that would be the best fix for the issue. I guess.. Lol Thanks for the question! Do you have any ideas on how to make it better? I'd be curious to hear your thoughts. Cheers! 👍🍻

[@erickrodriguezsolano8472]

Nice DIY project!! It would be good to know gravity measure and OG to know the efficiency...

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Yeah I should have given the measurements. Thanks for the comments! 👍🍻

[@louisleoncini9240]

Just what I am looking for.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Awesome glad you found it hope you find the rest of the channel helpful! Cheers cheers

[@sidewinderdrums]

Great video. I currently have a 10 gallon bayou classic with a basket. I use it for BIAB with nylon bag / basket like you did this time. I still haven't converted to electric, but I am getting close. I normally do around 3 gallon batches. What are you thoughts on making the heating element removable with a triclover vs mounting the element directly to the pot? I also was thinking I wanted a thermo well vs Weldless Probe Compression Fitting. Do you have strong feeling either way on these?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Rob, I do have a system coming up that I do use a TC on for the element. I did it for a couple of reasons. I want to use 2 different elements with it. a 1650 watt and a 5500 watt.. lol I know overkill. A thermowell will work. As a matter of fact Bobby commented on Homebrewtalk that you could shave the plastic coating off 9of the senr and is was more responsive in the thermowell. I also have a was to wire a Auber RTD probe to the inkbird as well. Coming soon!

[@yosonchan]

Nice design！I‘ll try to build my own！

[@chiefsmash7516]

Hey Brian, I love the DIY segments that you've done. Have you ever thought about doing a EBIAB kettle, 10-20 gallon, build from scratch? I've been trying to find one online and I can't really find one for EBIAB.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Yep have one already completed I just need to do the rest of the video shot.. Hopefully I can get some time to complete it!! 👍🍻

[@chiefsmash7516]

@@ShortCircuitedBrewers Can't wait. Thanks for what you do.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

@@chiefsmash7516 thanks for watching.. 👍🍻

[@nickdavison2724]

What about the hot break irish moss copper finings mate?

[@andrewcramer7214]

I know this is a year old, but I'm curious about your opinion of this set-up vs an anvil foundry. This is priced between the 3 gal and 5 gall batch foundrys, this would be more tailorable, but for the money, it just seems impossible to beat a foundry. Thanks.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

The foundry wasn't an option at the time I made this video. I would say the anvil small batch system is better that this setup. 👍🍻

[@MrTed189]

Brian - Awesome video! Just saw this as I'm trying to dip my toes into electric BIAB. This is most helpful! Do you think I could obtain similar results with a 1650w element in a 5-gallon kettle? No more than 3 gallon batches. Most concerned with reaching mash and boil temps in a reasonable amount of time. I don't have access to a 240v line and would like to avoid installing one if this is all achievable using 110v. Thanks

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks for the feedback. You definitely could do well with 3 gallon batches with a 1650 Watt element. That would make a nice system. You could use the same design as I have here just scaled up.the new ink version of that controller has a pump switch and pump outlet on it. They would be perfect for your situation 👍🍻

[@reflux043]

I love the idea of an 2 gallon electric kettle with tap, for 1 gallon all-grain brewing. Pity they dont sell these anywhere in the UK.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Well the answer to that is build yourself one! Unfortunately I don't have easy access to all the supplies that you guys do over there otherwise I would do a video on that too. Cheers! 👍🍻

[@damnredhead3472]

Hey I just came across this video - this is super helpful! Besides the standard "watch outs" of ensuring you don't scald or melt anything, do you think this would work decently on a home gas stove, instead of an electric element?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Sure you can do that just fine. Just watch your temps as the gas is not as predictable as my electric controller.

[@prentissberry7691]

I am incredibly interested into scaling this up to a system where the finished product would 5ish gallons . Would this system with a bigger pot work ? Really enjoyed the video and hope your move is going well .

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks for the comments! I do have another larger system loosely based on this same concept. I was in the process of getting the build video done before the move and had to on it in hold. I an using a bayou classic 1144 put and it is convertible from 1650 watt element to a 5500 watt element. Deepening on the controller used. Cheers! 👍🍻

[@SimonDuffy2]

Awesome video. I'm slowly building this kind of system. I have a couple of questions about the recirculation. Does the length of the hoses to the pump matter? Why do you have a ball valve in the outlet of the pump?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

The length of hose to the pump doesn't matter too much, however in a system this size it will hold additional liquid that you have to account for if it's very much longer than what I have. The reason for the ball valve on the outlet side of the pump is that you don't want to control the flow of the pump on the inlet side because the pump can run dry or cavitate. Let me know how your system goes and if you have any questions. Thanks for watching Simon! Cheers! 👍🍻

[@SimonDuffy2]

@@ShortCircuitedBrewers I've already had a play. I have tried attaching the pump directly to the mash tun and swapping the ball valve onto the outlet...and it worked very nicely. Problem is I do my boil on a gas stove top and the flame would melt the pump!!! So, I am looking at either adding a little bit of hose to get the pump away from the heat or putting another ball valve in front of the pump. Curse this hobby for being so interesting.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Lol hobby!! More like obsession!! Why else would I jackhammer my basement floor to install a sink and floor drain for brewing?!? Lol I would just make sure the pump stay full of liquid. As long as you are not having any problems...brew on!! 👍🍻

[@losFondos]

Cool video, thank you very much! I'm planning a similar system, I usually do 6 L batches in a 14 L Kettle. I can't find a 220V 1500 W element for a decent price, do you think that 1000W will be powerful enough to boil let's say 9 L of wort?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

I think so. It will take a while to get to a boil though. 👍🍻

[@mattstephen9213]

Do you have a video on how to put this small batch system together piece by piece?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

I don't unfortunately.. honestly since I made this video there are some small batch systems that are cheaper and a little more flexible on batch size. The Anvil 6.5 Foundry is one of those. Have you looked at that system? 👍🍻

[@kiddobrewing]

If the sparge water doesn't drain through that good u almost have yourself a batch sparge system... positive thinking!!!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Right!! I may enlarge the holes in the basket with a step bit and see how that works. if nothing else ditch the baskt and come up with a false bottom solution... thanks for the idea! Cheers!👍🍻

[@kiddobrewing]

Short Circuited Brewers sounds good... I like biab systems except for the sparge part.. I might get a mini cooler if I build one.. Cheers!!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

The next system in the series is a no sparge 3 gallon batch induction system and then the one after that is full batch no sparge. Stay tuned!!

[@kiddobrewing]

Short Circuited Brewers Oh I definitely will!!!

[@mandolinman2006]

I have a question. If I were shooting to do about 1-1.25 gallons, would an ultrasonic cleaner work?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Work as what?

[@mandolinman2006]

@@ShortCircuitedBrewers for the mashing. The ones I've seen heat up around the range for brewing. The big question is how the ultrasonic vibration would affect it.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

@@mandolinman2006 as long as it would hold a consistent temperature that's the biggest thing. I did look some up after reading your question and saw that a lot of them only have a timer for 30 minutes, not to say that you couldn't manually restart it and have a 60-minute mash if you wanted to. I'm not sure the vibration would hurt anything, at the same time I don't know that it would improve efficiency. If what you're looking at is not too expensive it's worth a try. If nothing else you can give it to your wife to clean her jewelry.. lol 👍🍻

[@KennethCollings-g7o]

Any tips on using the quick carb on Sankey kegs

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

I would suggest getting a sanke to ball lock adapter (amzn.to/3Ta0Yf1) and remember the carb time is for 5 gallons. Double or triple accordingly.

[@ReverendGuyWallis]

nice video. i love your shirts and logo! great setup too :)

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Guy! They are available for purchase (fyi, link in the description) it is a fun little setup to brew on! Cheers! 👍🍻

[@boggers1212]

Any chance you could convert the Inkbird to use a PT100 RTD temp sensor instead of the one it comes with? On your pump switch mod video it appears there are four wires connected to the standard temp sensor, but the PT100 only has three.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Yes and I have done it! I will be showing it in an upcoming video! Stay tuned! 👍🍻

[@davidolson3565]

Have you been able to verify that the pump is food safe? I have not been able to find any information regarding food safety specs or the material used for the liquid contacting surfaces. I can’t even find a website for bayite or a parent company. March and Chugger use polysulfone for their plastic pump heads because of its stability at high temps and with common chemicals. What does bayite use? Does anyone know?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

That is actually a good question I need to find out. By "appearance" ( I know that really means nothing) it would be the same material. I am.not 100% sure though. I will do some research and comment back.

[@RobRaines]

www.amazon.com/ask/answer/Mx1Y5RE1CSFRQXJ/ref=ask_aa_al_sa_hza Says they contacted manufacturer and it's not food safe

[@iangraham6730]

Tidy little setup! Hoping to build up a HERMS system myself using food grade HDPE barrels (55 gallon) reason being, stainless costs a small fortune here, and those barrels can be bought for 10 quid a piece . . what would you think about this setup?? Have you ever seen it been done before? I cannot find much info on a setup like this.. I believe they will hold boiling temps no problem, but I will be re-enforcing them with a frame to make tilting them easier for clean out . . I was just a little worried about sterilizing them but being food grade they should be ok? Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

I have seen some boil kettles made from food grade buckets. Not sure if I would or not. Bit apparently it is a thing. Just make sure it will handle the temp and not leach any chemicals in your beer.. Let me know what you find it! Always interested in learning something new. Cheers Ian! 👍🍻

[@iangraham6730]

Thanks for the reply, Yes that was my other worry, the plastic breaking down over long boils, I guess I shall do some tests before running beer, but if it works out, it will be a pretty cheep rig! I will let you know how it goes when I get it set up . . Cheers Brian!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Let.me know!! 👍🍻

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Had to search back through my memory banks. Here is an episode of Chop and Brew where Chip was in Ireland. I remember seeing them using plastic buckets in the video. Check it out here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYq0nWOvZpt3grc

[@iangraham6730]

Nice one! I'll check it out now, thanks for that man!

[@ColoradoFlyFisherMan]

You videos are getting professional AF! I might be looking into putting one of those 12v pumps wired into my mash and boil? You think this is possible? I'm not an electrician by any stretch. Cheers brian.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Hahaha! Thanks man! Always trying to improve the craft! You sure could use one on the M&B..if you are on Facebook there is a really good group called Williams mash and boil.. The members over there are always sharing cool mods on the M&B. Cheers man! 👍🍻

[@Mallorcaculinarytours]

Hi Brian, great video! I love to follow your methods and how you explain all, thank you! As a beginner of home brewing i do really appreciate your work! But one question: You said you couldn't use the immersion chiller cause the heating element is in the pot/kettle. Why you don't use your pump to send your worth trough the hose and trough the immersion chiller (which you put in a bucket of ice water) and from the other side it goes back in the circuit to the kettle? Is this a way which would work? I saw it how Kee from Kegland explain it at the new Robobrew System. Let me know your thought, cheers! Rob

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

I could have done that for sure. I am not a huge fan of running wort through copper. I don't mind exposing the exterior to it. Just me I suppose. Glad you enjoyed the video Rob! 👍🍻

[@Mallorcaculinarytours]

@@ShortCircuitedBrewers yes Brian, i guess you are right with the copper. As i saw on the Robobrew Video they used stainless steel which i guess ist much better for it?!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

IMO, just cause of less chance of corrosion inside. But there are counterflow chillers that are all copper so it is a personal preference I guess. 👍🍻

[@brianwillemsen2987]

I like the concept, did you end up posting the video of the 10 gal kettle with the interchangeable elements?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Not yet. I have been so busy reviewing all kinds of other stuff.. Lol haven't had time to show my own DIY.. I do have a video of it in use. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXzKmHqEobiridk

[@brianwillemsen2987]

No worries, love all the videos. Very helpful, do u recall how long it took to get to boil with the 1650 watt element. For say a 5gal biab full volume.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

@@brianwillemsen2987 probably 45 minutes to an hour.. It's no speed demon at 120v 1650 watts. Thanks for the comments!! 👍🍻

[@brianwillemsen2987]

Right on, can always throw in another 1600 watt hot stick on a different circuit to speed things up I suppose.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

@@brianwillemsen2987 true.. Just find another circuit to plug into.

[@SchumacherAcosta]

any problem with the weldless element attachment? That concerns me - how do you recommend you get a snug no leak fit

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

I haven't had any issues..there were 2 factors; first the diameter of the pot is pretty small and of course the face of the hot pod and the nut are both flat so you're dealing with a flat sealing surface against a curved surface. Secondly the pot seemed as though it was fairly thick but when I drilled the hole it was pretty thin and the whole was less than perfect because the metal was so thin. But I was able to get it seal with two o rings and it hasn't leaked since then. Cheers! 🍻👍

[@michaellambert6641]

Hi, I know this video is two years old but I hope someone can answer this question. Can the pump in the parts list handle the mash temperature? I'm looking to make this small kettle system and it seems like mash temperature might be too hot for this pump.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Yes it is ok for mash temperature.

[@ryeguy88]

@Short Circuited Brewers - A video on modifying the kettle or the whole system would be awesome!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

On the list!! 👍🍻

[@glenregan9760]

Nice, great vid.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Glen! Appreciate the comment! 👍🍻

[@jcmakes5977]

I just started to brew on a 1 gal and I’m thinking that my intermediate size will be ~3 gal for a while and then do the switch to 5 gal

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Nice! I think roads a great progression as you expand your skills you can expand your output! Thanks for watching and commenting! Cheers JC! 👍🍻

[@Robbc32]

nice job!!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Thanks Robb!! 👍🍻

[@Tetman-xx6tp]

I believe you used 12 2 wire, only the current carrying conducters are counted. May be difficult in your state

[@Tetman-xx6tp]

If it was 12 3,, it would have a black red white and green

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

You're right I misspoke on that.. 12-2 with a ground. Good catch! Cheers! 👍🍻

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Yes sir you are 100% correct.

[@Kberrysal]

Good idea

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Working on another small batch (but a little larger) system that should be out shortly. Thanks for commenting! Cheers!

[@Kberrysal]

Short Circuited Brewers do you have a part list

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

For this system? Or the one I mentioned?

[@Kberrysal]

Short Circuited Brewers both

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Kberry1249 sal I will be publishing the parts list for the 3 gallon system shortly there will be a coupon code as well for a couple of the items. The one that is in this video is in the description there’s a link to it in the description of the video.

[@Zippo_1234]

In my opinion that is way too complicated for such a small batch. Maybe if you already have all that other equipment like a controller and pump

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Yeah looking back on it now I would probably do that system differently. I may redo it at some point in the future with a hot plate and a controller with no pump or anything like that. 👍🍻

[@thirtytwoforty]

Why not just circulate the wort thru the Emersion chiller, back into the kettle, as it sits in a bucket of ice?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Not a bad idea. I might try that next time. Thanks for watching and the suggestion. 👍🍻

[@2TEN90]

Brad Meyers that is a good idea! Cheers!

[@dustinzahm6450]

Awesome video. I'm going to attempt to replicate the features of the Clawhammer eBiab system using the SS Brewtech brew kettle mini (5.5 gallon) and stainless steel coffee filter www.beveragefactory.com/coffee/iced-coffee-tools/kegco-xmb-6-stainless-steel-cold-brew-coffee-filter-basket-6-gallon.html . Your parts list and videos are super helpful! In your opinion would it be worth adding a tri-clamp fitting for the heating element or did the screw-in heating element work well in this system?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

The vessel was so small in diameter I had a really difficult time getting it to seal. A tri-clamp fitting would have been even worse quite honestly. You have to keep in mind most of the weldless fittings are basically flat. the smaller the diameter of the kettle the more the "curve" comes into play with the seal on the element.

[@RobRaines]

Here's a controller that's about $50 cheaper and will work. bayite Temperature Controller 1650W BTC211 a.co/d/elAXASZ Pump isn't food safe, here's one that is that I found looking at Mash & Boil mods that's actually 49¢ cheaper. bayite BYT-7A015 DC 12V Solar Hot Water Heater Circulation Pump a.co/d/gXgmP9O You can control the pump with a cheap switch, on the comments someone used a dimmer switch to control the pump speed.

[@joelowett7294]

I thought this was a Mario batali video. Lol. Good video though for super small batch.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Haha! Nope just me! (Disclaimer: no women were harassed during the making of this video!!) Cheers Joe! 👍🍻

[@lancethompson37]

Got your phone unlock patern :) MuHaHaHa!!

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Yeah it is the old Zelda cheat code... L,R,Up,Up, Down,Down,Select,Start..

[@williambright363]

and just before you realize a simple little small batch brew turns into a complicated 2000$ afternoon.

[@HeritageFarmsTexas]

Great channel and video. Saw you on two10 brewing. I’m just looking into home brew. Subscribed. Check us out, we are just starting to get traction. Thanks. Any advice?

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Awesome! Thanks for the sub. I'll take look and see if anything jumps out at me.

[@hermandarr6274]

lot of money for a few gallons system

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

You know.. You are probably right!! It was fun to build though!! 👍🍻

[@chinhphan4787]

All of these equipment deters new brewers. It makes things more complicated than it needs to be.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Possibly. I was just experimenting an having fun. Nothing says you have to do what I did.

[@jakesmith327]

Why is Alex Jones brewing beer

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

Cause the lizard people commanded it!! Lol

[@bradleypariah]

5:12 - "157.6".... Yeah. We're entering the ridiculous zone. Methinks the person who wrote that recipe was trying to sound overly masterful. I'm all for deep science, but if you can taste the difference between a beer mashed in the 140s vs. one mashed in the 160s, let alone the difference between 157° and 158°, I'll eat my shoe.

[@ShortCircuitedBrewers]

LOL RIGHT! I am just reading what Beersmith said.. I'm not making it up.. I usually talk in whole numbers too! 20 degrees you might be able to tell a difference in mouth feel, taste not sure of that the higher end might be sweeter.