Fermenting Buckets

Shop fermenting buckets for making beer, wine and cider at home. Choose from 10 litre, 25 litre and 33 litre food-grade plastic fermentation buckets, with solid lids, airlock-ready grommet lids and tapped options. These are individual fermenting vessels rather than complete brewing starter kits.

Which Fermentation Bucket Size Do I Need?

• 10 litre fermenting bucket: a practical option for smaller batches, test recipes and country wines.
• 25 litre fermenting bucket: a popular size for homebrewing; check the finished batch volume and leave sufficient headspace for vigorous fermentation.
• 33 litre fermenting bucket: extra room for fermentation foam and larger batches, depending on your recipe.

Solid Lid, Airlock or Tap?

A solid lid is useful where a separate airlock fitting is not needed. If your recipe calls for an airlock, choose a bucket with a suitable grommet lid and add a compatible airlock if one is not supplied. A bucket with a tap can make transferring or bottling easier. Always check the individual listing for exactly which fittings are included.

Using a Fermenting Bucket

Clean and sanitise your fermenter and anything that touches the brew before use. Follow the kit's recommended volume and temperature, and use a hydrometer to confirm fermentation is complete before packaging. See our cleaning and sanitising supplies and syphons and racking equipment.

Fermenting Bucket FAQs

Can I use the same bucket for beer, wine and cider?

Yes, a suitable food-grade fermentation bucket can be used for different drinks if it is thoroughly cleaned and sanitised between batches. Avoid heavily scratched or damaged vessels.

Does a fermenting bucket need an airlock?

Not every fermentation setup uses one, but many homebrew recipes use an airlock to allow gas to escape while limiting exposure. Check whether your chosen lid has a grommet and whether an airlock is included.

Is a 25 litre bucket big enough for 40 pints?

Forty UK pints is approximately 22.7 litres. A 25 litre bucket leaves limited headspace at that fill level, so check the kit's fermentation requirements; a larger fermenter may be preferable for vigorous batches.

For different vessel types, browse our wider fermentation vessels range or fermenters and buckets.