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Fermentap Magnetic Stir Plate – $65.99 + Free Shipping, Limited Availability

Stir Plate - Magnetic Y705

Stir Plate – Magnetic Y705 via MoreBeer

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This magnetic stir plate is a great way to quickly and easily improve the quality of your yeast starters! Our stir plate can be used with up to a 3000ml flask. It has a nice large footprint that adds stability while it’s running. All for a great price.

Features:

  • Magnetic stir plate
  • Stir Bar
  • On/Off switch
  • Speed control dial
  • PH Probe holder
  • Standard 110V power
  • 1 year warranty

 

Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $65.99 as a MoreBeer Deal of the DayShipping is also free to addresses in the contiguous US with most $59 Orders. Availability: This is available today only, while supplies last. Quantities are limited. Check the MoreBeer’s Deal of the Day to check today’s offering.

Product Description – Here – Use coupon code BEERDEAL to get this discount.

Fermentap Magnetic Stir Plate Y705

Learn More: Hands on Review: MoreBeer’s Fermentap Magnetic Stir Plate

Deal is valid 4/4/24 while supplies last

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MoreBeer 2,000 mL Erlenmeyer Flask – $19.99 + Free Ship Eligible, Limited Availability, Matches 2020 Deal

Erlenmeyer Flask - 2000 mL Y430

2,000 mL/2 Liter Borosilicate Flask from MoreBeer for making yeast starters.

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These Erlenmeyer flasks help the best brewers to make large yeast starters to get their beer fermenting fast. Large populations of active yeast help ensure a healthy fermentation, free of off flavors.  One of our favorite things about the Erlenmeyer flasks is that you can boil your starters directly in them!

Our large 2000ml Erlenmyer Flask is the ideal vessel to make a large yeast starter for 5 gallon lagers and high gravity brews. Because it is made from borosilicate glass you can move it from a boil on your gas stove into a cold water bath for cooling, without the risk of cracking. (We do not recommend the use of an electric element. If this cannot be avoided, we recommend using a larger pot as a hot water bath on the stove.) This means you can do the whole process in one container, keeping it simple and helping to reduce the risk of contamination when transferring from one container to another.

Recommended Process for Use of Flask:
Double Boiler Method

It is important for your safety to heat water in the flask with a heat source that distributes heat evenly. Our manufacturer has confirmed that direct heat to the glass can break down its integrity and break if the heat source doesn’t distribute evenly.

Morebeer! recommends using the “double boiler method.”  This process involves using a boiling water bath on the outside of the flask to heat up the water inside the flask.  All you need is a kettle 3 gallons or larger.  This process is much safer and efficient. If the flask should break or boil over, your kettle will be there to collect the contents, thus keeping your stove clean and keeping you away from potential harm.

Features

  • Massive 2L (2000mL) Capacity
  • Made from Borosilicate Glass
  • Fantastic price for a flask of this size
  • Produced for MoreBeer!
  • 6.5″ base 2.5″ top 10.75″H

Why make a yeast starter? (from our FAQ)
We build starters for 3 main reasons. First, to ensure yeast health. By making a starter 1-3 days in advance, you ensure that your yeast is healthy and strong and ready to do its job. Second, to create more yeast. By making the starter you will increase the cell count of the yeast, giving you a better chance of keeping bacteria’s and wild yeasts from fermenting your wort. Third, if you are making high gravity beers. If you are making a high gravity beer (1.060+) you will need more yeast to start the ferment faster. High gravity beers will also finish more completely when you pitch ample quantities of yeast.

In the lab world, these flasks are known as “Student Grade”. A great flask for making yeast starters!(Student grade is not the highest grade flasks and will have minor defects)

 

Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $19.99 as a MoreBeer Deal of the DayShipping is also free to addresses in the contiguous US with most $59 Orders. Availability: This is available today only, while supplies last. Quantities are limited. Check the MoreBeer’s Deal of the Day to check today’s offering.

Product Description – Here – Use coupon code BEERDEAL to get this discount.

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From the “prices on everything continue to skyrocket” department, this matches a deal of the day that was offered in May of 2020.

Get a Stir Plate!

A stir plate keeps yeast in constant contact with nutrients, encourages CO2 to off gas and continuously incorporates oxygen all of that means higher cell counts.

ANZESER Magnetic Stirrer + Stir Bar, 3L Capacity – $23.99, Close to Cyber Monday Deal

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Stainless Steel Mason Jar Fermentation Kit – 4 Lid Sets – fermented foods & yeast starters – on sale for $16.99

Jillmo Fermentation Kit, Stainless Steel Fermenting Kit for Wide Mouth Mason Jars (Jars Not Included)

Fermentation Kit for Wide Mouth Jars – 4 Airlocks, 8 Silicone Grommets, 4 Stainless Steel Wide mouth Mason Jar Fermenting Lids with Silicone Rings

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Highlighted Features
  • KIT INCLUDES: 4 BPA free water airlocks; 4 Stainless steel(18/8) Wide mouth Lids with Silicone Rings; 4 Silicone Grommets.Warning--DO NOT sterilizing the plastic airlocks with boiling water but warm water
  • FITS WIDE MOUTH JAR: Fit 3.38 in (86 mm) Outer Diameter Mouth Jars. Fit small 4oz wide mouth jars all the way to large 64oz wide mouth jars
  • Easily using. 14mm hole instead of 13mm, can easily insert airlock in lid without damage the silicon grommet.
  • Extra silicone grommets The set include extra silicone grommets.
  • One year free Guarantee- if any small parts damaged during delivery, we can change into new one within one year

 

You should be able to use these as lids/airlocks for yeast starters made in compatible wide mouth jars and for yeast storage.

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Lalbrew Verdant IPA Yeast… $6.62 + free prime ship

Lalbrew Verdant IPA Brewing Yeast-11 Grams

Lalbrew Verdant IPA Brewing Yeast-11 Grams

Highlighted Features
  • BEER STYLES: NEIPA, English IPA, American Pale, English Bitter, Sweet Stout, Sours
  • AROMA: Apricot with notes of tropical fruit and citrus
  • ATTENUATION: Medium to high / FLOCCULATION: Moderate
  • FERMENTATION RANGE: 18 - 23°C (64 - 73°F) / ALCOHOL TOLERANCE 10% ABV
  • FINALLY An excellent dry yeast for IPA

3/29 6 AM Central: These are selling for just $6.62. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Also, via Label Peelers: Lallemand Verdant IPA Brewing Yeast 11g – Fermentis Yeast – Lallemand Yeast

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One of our Top Amazon Finds of 2023!… THREE x Safale US-05 Yeast – $10.49, $3.50 each + free prime ship

3 x Safale s-04 English Yeast

ANZESER Magnetic Stirrer + Stir Bar, 3L Capacity – $23.99, Close to Cyber Monday Deal

ANZESER Magnetic Stirrer Magnetic Stir Plate 3000RPM Lab Stirrers with Stir Bar Max Stirring Capacity 3000mL Magnetic Mixer (No Heating)

ANZESER Magnetic Stirrer Magnetic Mixer 3000 RPM with Stir Bar Max Stirring Capacity 3000mL, Black

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Highlighted Features
  • POWERFUL STIRRING: this magnetic stirrer has an adjustable and powerful stirring speed up to 3000 rpm. You can change and select the suitable stirring speed as per your need.
  • BIG CAPACITY: This stir plate has the maximum of 3000ML. It is very good choice for home brew yeast starters.
  • WIDE USE: the ANZESER magnetic stir plate can be used for stirring and mixing in food processing, school laboratory, industry, agriculture and home brew, etc. Not suitable for stirring high viscosity liquids, such as epoxy resins, etc.
  • EASY USE: Simple single-button design. Stepless adjustable stirring speed, mixing speed regulation up to 3000 rpm, and rotate to the left end is off.
  • LIFETIME WARRANTY: We ensure topnotch quality and durability, and offer a lifetime warranty on our products. Contact us at any time to discuss a replacement if you have any issues with your magnetic stirrer plate.

 

Use this in combination with an Erlenmeyer Flask to make a yeast starter.  A stir plate… keeps yeast in constant contact with nutrients, encourages CO2 to off gas and continuously incorporates oxygen all of that means higher cell counts.

Note from HBF: Beaker is not included

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As of this posting this is on sale for $23.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

For some pricing clarity, this is just 30 cents shy of Amazon’s Cyber Monday 2023 deal on this stir plate.

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One of our Top Amazon Finds of 2023!… THREE x Safale US-05 Yeast – $10.49, $3.50 each + free prime ship

Fermentis SafAle US-05 Beer/Ale Yeast - Pack of 3 - With North Mountain Supply Freshness Guarantee

As of this posting, these are selling for $10.49. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Stir Starter Magnetic Yeast Starter Plate + hands on review

Stir Starter- Magnetic Yeast Starter Plate

Stir Starter- Magnetic Yeast Starter Plate

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Use this in combination with an Erlenmeyer Flask to make a yeast starter.  A stir plate… keeps yeast in constant contact with nutrients, encourages CO2 to off gas and continuously incorporates oxygen all of that means higher cell counts.

Note from HBF: Beaker is not included

I can pretty much guarantee this is a closeout deal because StirStarter has ceased production.

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Just Need Some Yeast? Great Prices + Free Shipping, No Minimum – US-05, S-04 and More

hoembrew yeast deal

  • FREE Shipping, No Minimum: As of this posting label Peelers is shipping most varieties of dry yeast for free with no minimum.
  • Applies to addresses in the contiguous US.  This is a great deal!  Check Label Peelers for current availability and pricing.

Fermentis Yeast – Lallemand YeastSearch “Dry Yeast”

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2 x LalBrew Nottingham Yeast – $9.99, $5 each + free prime ship

LalBrew Nottingham Brewing Yeast (2 Pack) - Make Beer at Home - 11 g Sachets - Saccharomyces cerevisiae - Sold by CAPYBARA Distributors Inc.

3/12 5 PM Central: These are selling for just $9.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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3 x Safale S-33… $7.99, $2.66 each!

Fermentis SafAle S-33 Beer/Ale Yeast - Pack of 3 - With North Mountain Supply Freshness Guarantee

3/11 5 PM Central: These are selling for just $7.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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One of our Top Amazon Finds of 2023!… THREE x Safale US-05 Yeast – $10.49, $3.50 each + free prime ship

3 x Safale s-04 English Yeast – $11.99, $4 each + free shipping

INTLLAB PTFE Magnetic Stir Bars, Assorted Sizes, 7 Count… $6.99, $1 each, best price + free prime ship

INTLLAB 7pcs/Pack Mixed Size PTFE Magnetic Stirrer Mixer Stir Bars Type-C

INTLLAB 7pcs/Pack Mixed Size PTFE Magnetic Stirrer Mixer Stir Bars Type-C

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  • Use along with a compatible Erlenmeyer Flask and Stir Plate to do Stir Plate Yeast Starters.
  • Why a Stir Plate? The constant motion of a stir plate integrates oxygen, puts yeast in constant contact with nutrients, relieves built up CO2 and generally helps yeast to grow more rapidly.  That also means smaller starters.
  • Why get 7?  Generally, you’re going to save money buying in bulk.  Having these on hand allows you to do multiple starters at once and… you’ll have spares if you mistakenly dump your stir bar into your fermenter.

This assorted pack is nice because it allows you to try multiple sizes to see what works best for your setup.

3/10 12 AM Central: These are on sale for just $6.99. That’s the best historical third party Amazon price I found, notwithstanding Lightning Deals or coupons. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Homebrew Yeast Deals Roundup!

Danstar Lallemand Nottingham Ale Yeast - 5 Packets Multicolor 11g Nottinghamx5Pictured: Danstar Lallemand Nottingham Ale Yeast – 5 Packets Multicolor 11g Nottinghamx5 affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link


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Recent yeast and yeast related deals we’ve found on Amazon.

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3 x Safale s-04 English Yeast – $9.99.. $3.33 each! + free prime ship

safale s04 yeast

Updated: 4/30/2024

3 Pack of Fermentis Safale S-04.  English Ale Yeast Strain.

Highlighted Features
  • Ideal for a wide variety of styles of American and European origin
  • Settles quickly to form a compact sediment layer resulting in brilliantly Clear beer
  • A fast fermenting yeast that Produces complex ales with a well-rounded character
  • Country of origin: Canada

As of this update, these are on sale for just $9.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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SIX x Safale s-04 English Yeast

Safale S-04 (11.5 g Packs) 6 count

Fermentis SafAle US-04 Beer/Ale Yeast

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Highlighted Features
  • Ideal for a wide variety of styles of American and European origin
  • Settles quickly to form a compact sediment layer resulting in brilliantly Clear beer
  • A fast fermenting yeast that Produces complex ales with a well-rounded character
  • 6 -11.5 g Packs

 

Safale S-04 (11.5 g Packs) 6 count – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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ANZESER Magnetic Stirrer + Stir Bar, 3L Capacity

ANZESER Magnetic Stirrer Magnetic Stir Plate 3000RPM Lab Stirrers with Stir Bar Max Stirring Capacity 3000mL Magnetic Mixer (No Heating)

ANZESER Magnetic Stirrer Magnetic Mixer 3000 RPM with Stir Bar Max Stirring Capacity 3000mL, Black

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Highlighted Features
  • POWERFUL STIRRING: this magnetic stirrer has an adjustable and powerful stirring speed up to 3000 rpm. You can change and select the suitable stirring speed as per your need.
  • BIG CAPACITY: This stir plate has the maximum of 3000ML. It is very good choice for home brew yeast starters.
  • WIDE USE: the ANZESER magnetic stir plate can be used for stirring and mixing in food processing, school laboratory, industry, agriculture and home brew, etc. Not suitable for stirring high viscosity liquids, such as epoxy resins, etc.
  • EASY USE: Simple single-button design. Stepless adjustable stirring speed, mixing speed regulation up to 3000 rpm, and rotate to the left end is off.
  • LIFETIME WARRANTY: We ensure topnotch quality and durability, and offer a lifetime warranty on our products. Contact us at any time to discuss a replacement if you have any issues with your magnetic stirrer plate.

 

Use this in combination with an Erlenmeyer Flask to make a yeast starter.  A stir plate… keeps yeast in constant contact with nutrients, encourages CO2 to off gas and continuously incorporates oxygen all of that means higher cell counts.

Note from HBF: Beaker is not included

What are Other’s Saying?   Search this product’s Amazon reviews for “brew” – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Voss Kveik Ale Yeast… $6.99 + free prime ship

LalBrew VOSS Kveik Brewing Yeast (1 Pack) - Kveik Ale Yeast - Make Beer At Home - 11 g Sachets - Saccharomyces cerevisiae - Sold by CAPYBARA Distributors Inc.

2/28 6:30 AM Central: These are selling for $6.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Kveik Strains – Ferment Clean at Warmer Temps – Imperial Lokia, Hornindal & Bootleg Biology OSLO & More

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3 x Safale s-04 English Yeast

North Mountain Supply - FT-04-3 Fermentis SafAle US-04 Beer/Ale Yeast - Pack of 3 - Fresh Yeast S-33

3 Pack of Fermentis Safale S-04.  English Ale Yeast Strain.

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Announcing: Omega Yeast DKO Diacetyl Knock Out Yeast Series! + Save 20%

Introducing the latest Omega yeast strains designed to eliminate diacetyl, but what exactly is diacetyl, and why are we eliminating it? Diacetyl, a natural by product of fermentation, imparts an undesirable taste to beer, reminiscent of buttered popcorn or butterscotch. With the exception of certain wines like Chardonnay and specific British beer styles, this off-flavor is generally undesirable.

Omega’s DKO (Diacetyl Knock Out) Series of well-known yeast strains is specifically crafted to prevent diacetyl formation from the outset. Each strain features the ALDC enzyme, a precursor to diacetyl, allowing fermentation with no diacetyl being produced. Even fermenting in adverse conditions, which typically increases diacetyl production, Omega’s DKO Yeast won’t produce diacetyl. It’s like magic!


Omega Yeast Diacetyl Knock Out Yeast Series

All Omega Strains

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Flash Sale! 20% off at AIH – use coupon code FLASH20

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Hands on Review: StirStarter Stir Plate

This review is by Homebrew Finds Contributor Michael Gom.  Read more about Michael below.

Hands on Review: The StirStarter Yeast Stir Plate

Why make a yeast starter?

A yeast starter can really help insure you have healthy, viable yeast for your beer especially when using liquid yeast. For this reason I always prefer to build up a starter whenever using a liquid yeast (or re-pitching a saved yeast). I won’t get into effectiveness of different starter methods but a popular choice for homebrewers is to use a stir plate, a magnetic stir-bar and a flask of some sort (erlenmeyer flask in most cases).

Full disclosure, I was sent this product for free to do this review. Though I did try and put it through multiple real-world tests and have given my honest opinion on function and performance.


Compare Prices, Review Continues Below:

Also: StirStarter XL 5L Stir Plate – on sale for just $68 – Compare at $80 to $99.99

Also Mentioned in this Review: Cole-Parmer elements AO-34502-65 Cole-Parmer Elements Erlenmeyer Flask| 3 Pack, Magnetic Stir Bar – 50mm / 1.96 Inch


Unboxing and packaging

All the parts and components arrived in a single, compact zip-loc bag.In the bag, an information sheet with info on the company, yeast starters, etc.

Also included is an envelope with an instruction sheet, as well as the “keeper” magnet taped to the back.

As well as the power adapter (in it’s own cardboard box), the stir plate itself, and the stir bar.

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Oxygen Flow Meter (stop guessing when oxygenating wort!)

Flow Meter, 1~5LPM Oxygen Carbon Dioxide Measuring Flowmeter Gauge, LZQ-1 Air Flow Rate Gauge, Air Oxygen Flow Meter Suitable for Gas, Air, Nitrogen, Acetylene, Phosgene, Natural Gas

Flow Meter, 1~5LPM Oxygen Carbon Dioxide Measuring Flowmeter Gauge, LZQ-1


Why An Oxygen Flow Meter?

Most regulators that homebrewers use for oxygenating wort are simple setups – Example – via William’s Brewing.  They attach to disposable oxygen tanks (typically sourced from a local hardware store) and are little more than on and off valves.  No gauges, no pressure control (other than the degree to which you open and close the valve) and no flow control.

Time and rate give you an idea of how much oxygen you’re really adding to your wort.  Time is easy to track.  Rate, not so much, at least with typical homebrew O2 regulators.  If you want more or less oxygen for your next batch, it’s mostly a guessing game.

Enter an oxygen flow meter.  A flow meter, gives you an idea of flow rate


Flow Meter, 1~5LPM Oxygen Carbon Dioxide Measuring Flowmeter Gauge, LZQ-1 Air Flow Rate Gauge, Air Oxygen Flow Meter Suitable for Gas, Air, Nitrogen, Acetylene, Phosgene, Natural Gas – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Make sure the components you use are compatible and rated for your intended application.  Contact manufacturer with questions about suitability or a specific application.  Always read and follow manufacturer directions.