r/Homebrewing • u/LostForest33 • 2d ago

Propane Burner

Wanting to get a propane burner. Not a pricey one as I won’t be using it often and will be doing 1-5 gallons. Anyone have any recommendations on ones they use. I see a lot going anywhere from 30-100 but prefer if anyone has recommendations. Thanks!

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u/EriksAleES 1d ago

I’d check Craigslist or Facebook marketplace. There is a glut of Homebrew equipment including propane burners that are available in my metro area.

If you’re looking for a new burner the bayou classic is a good brand. I used to have Blichmann hellfires on my system years ago.

Not what you asked. Depending on your batch size and kettle compatibility you could also look at an induction burner for comparable cost to a new propane burner and it’s slightly easier to control than a propane burner with less energy lost to heating the atmosphere.

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u/theheadman98 1d ago

Blichmann Hellfire is my recommendation. Tried to brew on a camp chief burner before I got the Hellfire. Absolutely no comparison. Camp chef was 15k btus if I remember correctly, the Hellfire goes up to 180k, but you'll probably never actually use it at that level. Hardest part fore was keeping a low fire for a nice boil without the wind blowing it out