can this be used without a beer can?
1106341
Yes, there is no need to use beer can unless you want to do so. Just remember that if the chicken is big, some juices will drop outside. Thank you.
1106342
Most definitely. The concept is to cook the bird on the outside and infuse steam to the inside to keep the bird moist. I recommend using a soda can (rinsed out) and filled half full of water mixed with your favorite seasonings. I did a turkey this way last Thanksgiving.
1106343
I do not use a can. When I worled in a a restaurant many moons ago, we used a similar roaster for cornish hens. These work well for a 3-4 pound fryer and the hot air circulation on the inside of the bird cooks it a bit faster. Dust the inside with tarragon, thyme, or whatever hebs and spices you like, and it works better than a rotisserie in the oven or grill. Pull off the extra fat and you can put in on a cookie sheet or pan in case the drip pan overflows. It is a quick easy clean up as well.
1106344
It definitely can be used without the beer can. The can doesn't really add any support, just a robust flavor, depending on the beer used.
1150904
It could be used without a bag, however, stuff would spray everywhere. Better to use the bag (or have two on hand to swap one out).
195373
Yes, you can. It's possible of course you might get a lot of white dust depending on the water (distilled is always best) you fill it with but it will run without the cartridge.
1942032
You could, but this is a hopped malt extract, so the hops already in it may not mesh well with what's in your Brooklyn Beer kit. If you are wanting to increase alcohol/body to your Brooklyn Beer kit, I'd search Amazon for unhopped LME (liquid malt extract/syrup) or DME (dry malt extract). Per a 2 gallon batch, this HME (hopped malt extract) should give you around 3.7% alcohol.
747122
I don't think so. This is electrical, so no water should be used. You can clean with alcohol. Also, it comes with lubricant.
327559
i don't think so. My spouse is the beer brewer but it is a very specific recipe. The cans of malt are syrupy and i don't think you could ever measure the stuff out and get it right. Ya gotta stay with the recipe as it is or go to a brew store near you and have them make you a mix. And if you buy one of those 5 gallon fermenters, get plastic not glass. we don't usually break things but we broke that and the plastic has worked well. hope this helps.
559816
If you are thinking of just using the plastic for drinking without the glass, no, it won't function that way. It drips at the bottom, I tried it today. It has to have the glass inside the plastic shell.
1210651
The only way home brewing would be an option is if you were able to reuse an old barrel. I doubt stores sell an empty barrel.
693777
No. A beer can chicken . Ok. Not high enough to allow air to circulate for a turkey .
1900465
You can but the beer will be very bitter. Your looking at least a month. The longer you ferment the beer the better tasting it is.
1927506
I am not sure what you mean by not using it. We put unopened beer/soda cases there...works great.
740409
No. I used a soda can and it worked fine. can be vertical as shown or horizontal.
240971
You can... but it's not designed for that type of use. It doesn't have a sipping attachment.
1020712
Yes, you would just push the brew button without coffee or tea in the apparatus. I oft times put a tea bag in a cup and just use the water.
2064147
No you can brew your own beer from start to finish with this kit. There is nothing else that needs to be purchased to make the beer. Just make sure you follow the instructions correctly and you will be fine on brewing your own beer.
882210
You need something to put beer in once it's made, ex. empty bottles, caps, bottle capper.
2028198
You can; however, a better question "is there a health risk"? Their are a variety of cans produced lined with different materials. I would use something made of stainless to hold the bird and beer vs. taking a chance on the unknown. Kingsford Stainless Steel Beer Can Chicken Roaster (Discontinued by Manufacturer)