Carboy & Jugs
Carboys and Jugs for Fermentation and Small-Batch Brewing
Carboys and jugs are fermentation and storage vessels used for beer, wine, cider, mead, kombucha, fruit wine, and other small-batch beverages. They are useful when you want to ferment, age, clarify, or split a batch into smaller trials.
Choose the vessel by batch size, headspace needs, material, cleaning access, and whether the beverage will foam heavily during active fermentation. Glass is rigid and clear, while PET-style vessels are lighter and easier to move. Wide-mouth options can make cleaning, fruit additions, and dry hopping easier than narrow-neck vessels.
Choosing a carboy or jug
- Batch volume: leave enough headspace for active fermentation, especially with beer, fruit, or warm fermentations.
- Material: match glass or PET to your handling, cleaning, and transfer preferences.
- Closure fit: confirm the stopper, lid, airlock, or blowoff setup before brew day.
- Cleaning access: plan brushes, cleaners, and rinsing around the vessel shape.
For related options, browse FerMonster fermenters, fermenters and accessories, cleaning and sanitizing supplies, and bottle filling equipment.
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S-Shaped Double-Bubble Airlock for Beer, Wine and Mead
SoCal Brewing Supply5.0 / 5.0
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Classic S-Shaped Airlock for Everyday Fermentation This S-shaped double-bubble airlock is a simple one-piece option for fermenters that need a reli...
View full details#7 Drilled Rubber Stopper (Bung) for Fermentation Buckets
The Vintage Shop#7 Drilled Rubber Stopper for Fermentation Buckets Secure Your Fermentation with the Perfect Fit The #7 drilled rubber stopper is designed to provi...
View full detailsFarro Wide Mouth Glass Carboy Fermenter – Multiple Sizes
Farro Glass5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Farro Wide Mouth Glass Carboy Fermenters Farro wide mouth glass carboy fermenters combine the visibility of glass with easier access for cleaning, ...
View full details1 Gallon Glass Fermenter Kit with S-Shaped Airlock
SoCal Brewing SupplySmall Batch Fermentation Made Simple (and Easy to Monitor) This 1 Gallon Glass Fermenter Kit is the perfect setup for anyone making small experimen...
View full details#5.5 Drilled Rubber Stopper (Bung) for Fermentation
The Vintage Shop5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
#5.5 Drilled Rubber Stopper for Fermentation Secure Seal for Mid-Sized Fermentation Vessels The #5.5 drilled rubber stopper is crafted to provide a...
View full detailsGlass Carboy with Narrow Top | 3, 5, 6 & 6.5 Gallon Sizes
The Vintage ShopNarrow-Mouth Glass Carboy Fermenters These glass carboys are traditional narrow-mouth fermentation vessels for beer, wine, cider, mead, and other s...
View full detailsWide Mouth Glass Carboy Fermenter with Spigot – Multiple Sizes
Farro Glass4.5 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Farro Wide Mouth Glass Fermenter with Spigot The Farro wide mouth glass fermenter with spigot gives brewers, winemakers, cider makers, mead makers,...
View full details#10 Drilled Rubber Stopper (Bung) for Fermentation
The Vintage Shop#10 Drilled Rubber Stopper for Fermentation Heavy-Duty Seal for Extra-Large Fermentation Vessels The #10 drilled rubber stopper is designed for ove...
View full detailsAdhesive Thermometer for Carboy and Fermentation Buckets
SoCal Brewing SupplyMonitor Fermentation Effortlessly with Adhesive Liquid Crystal Thermometers Peel, Stick, and Read — Simple Temperature Control for Brewers Introduc...
View full details1-Gallon Flint Glass Wine Jug with 38mm Screw Top
SoCal Brewing Supply5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Durable Glass Jug for Small Batch Fermentations and Beverage Service This 1-Gallon Flint (Clear) Glass Wine Jug is the go-to vessel for small batch...
View full details#6.5 Drilled Rubber Stopper (Bung) for Fermentation
The Vintage Shop#6.5 Drilled Rubber Stopper for Fermentation Reliable Seal for a Variety of Fermentation Vessels The #6.5 drilled rubber stopper is designed to pro...
View full details#7 Solid Rubber Stopper – No Hole
The Vintage ShopSeal Your Fermentation with Confidence Using #7 Solid Rubber Stoppers The #7 Solid Rubber Stopper is a practical and reliable solution for creating...
View full detailsSmall Universal Stopper with Hole for Airlock
The Vintage ShopSmall Universal Drilled Stopper This small universal stopper is a handy option when you need a little flexibility in fit across different fermentat...
View full details#6 Drilled Rubber Stopper (Bung) for Fermentation
The Vintage Shop#6 Drilled Rubber Stopper for Fermentation Trusted Seal for Fermentation Vessels The #6 drilled rubber stopper is designed to provide a snug, relia...
View full detailsBlack Airlock Grommets : Perfect Fit for Fermentation Lids
SoCal Brewing SupplyEffortless Fermentation : Just Drill, Insert, and Brew! Take control of your fermentation process with our Black Airlock Grommets, designed to s...
View full detailsFerMonster 3 Gallon Carboy | PET Plastic Fermenter
The Vintage ShopFerMonster 3 Gallon PET Carboy Fermenter The FerMonster 3 Gallon Carboy is a lightweight PET plastic fermenter for small-batch beer, cider, mead, w...
View full details#3 Drilled Rubber Stopper (Bung) for Fermentation
The Vintage Shop#3 Drilled Rubber Stopper for Fermentation Reliable Seal for Small Fermentation Vessels The #3 drilled rubber stopper is designed to provide a snug...
View full detailsMedium Universal Stopper with Hole
The Vintage Shop4.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Medium Universal Drilled Stopper This medium universal stopper is a handy option when you need a little flexibility in fit across different ferment...
View full detailsFerMonster 3 Gallon Carboy with Spigot | PET Plastic
The Vintage Shop5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Unleash the power of precision in your homebrewing with the FerMonster 3 Gallon Carboy Fermenter, a vessel designed to transform your fermentation ...
View full detailsDual-Hole Rubber Stopper for Airlock and Thermowell
The Vintage ShopDual-Hole Design for Precise Fermentation Monitoring Our Dual-Hole Silicone Stoppers are the perfect solution for brewers looking to streamline f...
View full details#5 Drilled Rubber Stopper (Bung) for Fermentation
The Vintage Shop#5 Drilled Rubber Stopper for Fermentation Dependable Seal for Mid-Sized Fermentation Vessels The #5 drilled rubber stopper is designed to provide ...
View full detailsFerMonster 1 Gallon Carboy | PET Plastic
The Vintage Shop5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
FerMonster 1 Gallon PET Carboy for Small Batches The FerMonster 1 gallon PET carboy is a lightweight small-batch fermenter for test batches, yeast ...
View full details#8 Drilled Rubber Stopper (Bung) for Fermentation
The Vintage Shop#8 Drilled Rubber Stopper for Fermentation Dependable Seal for Larger Fermentation Vessels The #8 drilled rubber stopper is designed to provide a s...
View full details#9 Drilled Rubber Stopper (Bung) for Fermentation
The Vintage Shop5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
#9 Drilled Rubber Stopper for Fermentation Secure Seal for Extra-Large Fermentation Vessels The #9 drilled rubber stopper is crafted for larger fer...
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