Carboy Glass (23 L | 6 gal)

Traditional Glass Fermentation and Aging Vessel for Wine, Beer, Cider, Mead & Kombucha

The Glass Carboy is a classic fermentation and aging vessel designed for winemaking, beer brewing, cider making, mead, kombucha, and other craft beverage projects. With a generous 23 L / 6 gal capacity, it is ideal for standard wine kits, beer batches, secondary fermentation, aging, clearing, and bulk storage.

Made in Italy from quality glass, this carboy offers excellent visibility so you can monitor fermentation, sediment, clearing, and aging progress with ease. Glass is a trusted material for fermentation because it is non-porous, easy to clean, and does not absorb odours or flavours when properly maintained.

Key Features

• Capacity: 23 L / 6 gal
• Material: Quality glass
• Made in Italy: Produced for reliable traditional beverage-making performance.
• Clear Visibility: Transparent glass allows easy monitoring of fermentation, sediment, and clarity.
• Non-Porous Surface: Helps preserve beverage flavour and aroma when properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Ideal for Fermentation and Aging: Suitable for wine, beer, cider, mead, kombucha, and fruit wine.
• Large Batch Friendly: Perfect for standard 23 L wine kits and 5–6 gallon brewing projects.
• Traditional Brewing Vessel: Widely used for secondary fermentation, clearing, aging, and bulk storage.
• Versatile Use: Useful for fermenting, aging, clearing, storing, and transferring compatible beverages.

Product Dimensions

• Height: 556 mm / 21.89 in
• Base Width: 273 mm / 10.75 in
• Shoulder Width: 273 mm / 10.75 in
• Mouth Opening: 126 mm / 4.96 in

Common Uses

Use this 23 L Glass Carboy for winemaking, beer brewing, cider making, mead, kombucha, fruit wine, wine kits, beer kits, secondary fermentation, bulk aging, clearing, storage, racking, and compatible craft beverage production.

Best For

• Wine kits
• Beer brewing
• Cider making
• Mead making
• Kombucha
• Fruit wine
• Secondary fermentation
• Bulk aging
• Clearing and settling
• Beverage storage
• Racking and transferring
• 23 L / 6 gal batches
• Home winemaking
• Craft beverage projects

How to Use

1. Inspect Before Use: Check the carboy for chips, cracks, or damage before filling.
2. Clean and Sanitize: Use brewing-specific cleaners and sanitizers before beverage contact.
3. Fill Carefully: Transfer wine, beer, cider, mead, kombucha, or compatible beverage into the carboy.
4. Use Proper Fermentation Setup: Use a compatible stopper, bung, airlock, or blow-off setup when fermenting.
5. Monitor Progress: Watch fermentation, sediment, and clarity through the clear glass.
6. Rack or Bottle as Needed: Transfer carefully when fermentation, clearing, or aging is complete.
7. Clean After Use: Clean, rinse, sanitize, and dry thoroughly after each use.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is this Glass Carboy used for?
  A: It is used for winemaking, beer brewing, cider making, mead, kombucha, fruit wine, secondary fermentation, aging, clearing, racking, and compatible beverage storage.
• Q: What is the capacity?
  A: This carboy has a capacity of 23 L / 6 gal.
• Q: Is it suitable for standard wine kits?
  A: Yes. The 23 L / 6 gal size is ideal for many standard wine kits.
• Q: What are the dimensions?
  A: The carboy measures 556 mm high, 273 mm wide at the base, 273 mm wide at the shoulder, with a 126 mm mouth opening.
• Q: Is the carboy made from glass?
  A: Yes. It is made from quality glass.
• Q: Where is it made?
  A: This Glass Carboy is made in Italy.
• Q: Can I use it for fermentation?
  A: Yes. Use it with a compatible stopper, bung, airlock, or blow-off setup to prevent pressure buildup.
• Q: Can it be used for carbonated beverages under pressure?
  A: No. Do not use for pressurized storage or carbonation unless the vessel is specifically rated for pressure use.
• Q: Are accessories included?
  A: Accessories such as stoppers, bungs, airlocks, carriers, brushes, cleaners, and siphons are sold separately unless included.

Important Use Notes

• Handle carefully, especially when full, as glass can break if dropped or impacted.
• Support the bottom and neck when moving a full carboy.
• Use brewing-specific cleaners and sanitizers before beverage contact.
• Avoid sudden temperature changes that may stress or crack the glass.
• Do not allow excessive pressure to build during fermentation; use a compatible airlock or blow-off setup.
• Do not use for pressurized storage or carbonation unless specifically rated for pressure use.
• Clean, rinse, sanitize, and dry thoroughly after each use.
• Stopper, bung, airlock, brush, carrier, cleaner, sanitizer, siphon, and other accessories are sold separately unless included.
• Follow all applicable food safety, sanitation, and beverage production practices.

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