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Grainfather all-in-one brewing systems

The Grainfather G30³ all-in-one electric brewing system (US 110V model) and Grainfather's counterflow copper wort chiller.

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What Grainfather makes in our catalogue

Grainfather makes compact all-in-one electric brewing systems. The catalogue carries the G30³ in its US 110V model, with an 8 US gal 304 stainless body, a grain basket and an auto-reset switch; Grainfather lists up to about 6 gal of finished beer. A second G30³ listing (model 11403US) lists wireless app connectivity; check the voltage on that listing before you buy.

The Grainfather counterflow copper chiller lists 3 L/min of water and 16 minutes to chill 23 L (6 gal) per the maker. Some G30 listings do not include it.

What about the Grainfather G40?The larger G40 is sold direct and through US homebrew shops rather than here, and it ships with a 240V NEMA 6-20P plug, so it needs a 240V circuit installed by a licensed electrician.

Who Grainfather suits

  • All-grain brewers who want app-guided brew days on 110V
  • Apartment and kitchen brewers who need a compact footprint
  • Brewers who would rather buy a matching chiller from the same maker
Electric brewing: GFCI and a licensed electricianPlug 120V and 240V systems only into a GFCI-protected circuit of the type the manual calls for, with no extension cords. A 1600 W system on 120V draws about 13.3 A (W ÷ V), close to a 15 A circuit’s limit. Have a licensed electrician install any new circuit, 120V or 240V.Source: Anvil Foundry manual (GFCI protection for 240V hookups); W ÷ V arithmetic

Alternatives from other brands

The Anvil Foundry 10.5 switches between 120V and 240V and includes an immersion chiller with the pump version. KegLand's BrewZilla Gen 4 35L adds RAPT Wi-Fi and a pump on 110V. Brewer's Edge Mash and Boil is a simpler 110V option.

Plan mash temperatures with the strike water calculator and its all-in-one toggle.

Before you buy

Two G30³ listings appear in our catalogue; the 110V model is the one for a standard US outlet, so confirm voltage on any listing before ordering. Decide whether you want the counterflow chiller from the start, since some listings don't include one. Then check the manual for the circuit it requires.

Grainfather products appear in these rankings: best all-in-one electric brewing systems and best wort chillers. For a closer look, read Grainfather G30v3 review (110V), Grainfather G30 vs Anvil Foundry and Immersion vs plate vs counterflow chillers.

Grainfather: questions

Does the Grainfather G30 run on 110V?
The US model does: the G30³ 110V listing lists an 8 US gal body on 110V. Check the voltage on any other listing before buying.
How much beer does the Grainfather G30 make?
Grainfather lists up to about 6 gal of finished beer from the 8-gallon body; a typical batch is 5 gal (19 L).
Does the Grainfather G30 include a chiller?
Some listings don't. The Grainfather counterflow copper chiller is sold separately and lists 16 minutes for 23 L (6 gal).
What is an alternative to Grainfather?
The Anvil Foundry 10.5 and the KegLand BrewZilla Gen 4 are the closest all-in-ones; both have 110–120V options.