If there’s a would-be homebrewer on your shopping list this holiday season, you may be considering a homebrew starter kit. But shopping for said starter kit might leave you feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of options available. No fear, the homebrewing experts at Craft Beer & Brewing have got you covered!
Starter kits offer an affordable and convenient way to dip one’s toe into the hobby. Most include equipment that can be reused and repurposed, so if you or your gift recipient becomes increasingly obsessed with making beer (obsession is a common side effect of homebrewing and no cause for alarm), the pieces of your starter kit can continue serving the greater good for years to come.
Homebrew starter kits typically fall into one of three general categories.