
Electric Transfer Pump
When you're tired of lifting 50 lbs of carboy onto a stool.
Russ-approvedBest for big batches
≈ $89–$109price range
An auto-siphon needs gravity, which means lifting the source above the destination. A small food-grade electric pump removes that requirement entirely. Plug in, prime, transfer.
Overkill for one batch a year. Worth every penny if you're at three or more.
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Russ's back finally voted yes on this one.
Anyone with multiple Speidels or a 23L demijohn they can no longer lift.
- Food-grade pump head
- 5/16" tubing compatible
- 120V plug
- Self-priming
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