I'm on a tight budget and can't just get whatever I need. I'm wondering what a first time brewer needs to get started. I can get a bucket with a lid at lowes but a carboy is a little expensive so far as I've seen locally. I have the ability to add a valve on the bucket but would not know where on the bucket would be optimal. I have a still not put together yet but would assemble it to avoid losing a beer, wine, or mead.
What I have now,
20 qt. stock pot.
3 - 1000 ml bottles
Only going to use pizza crust yeast cause its fun
3 - empty coffe cans that can hold two lbs. of grain ( airtight )
Strainer 3in wide that is easily sanitizable by boiling
A pill bottle I keep flavoring in
A basement that's always 60*F
What I have now,
20 qt. stock pot.
3 - 1000 ml bottles
Only going to use pizza crust yeast cause its fun
3 - empty coffe cans that can hold two lbs. of grain ( airtight )
Strainer 3in wide that is easily sanitizable by boiling
A pill bottle I keep flavoring in
A basement that's always 60*F