---
product_id: 38340119
title: "Craft A Brew - Hard Cider Kit - Beer Making Kit - Make Your Own Craft Beer - Complete Equipment and Supplies - Starter Home Brewing Kit - 1 Gallon"
brand: "craft a brew"
price: "$196.40"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Craft A Brew"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/38340119-craft-a-brew-hard-cider-kit-beer-making-kit-make
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# 1 Gallon capacity Step-by-step brewing guide Complete starter equipment set Craft A Brew - Hard Cider Kit - Beer Making Kit - Make Your Own Craft Beer - Complete Equipment and Supplies - Starter Home Brewing Kit - 1 Gallon

**Brand:** craft a brew
**Price:** $196.40
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍺 Unlock the art of craft cider—your brew, your legacy!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Craft A Brew - Hard Cider Kit - Beer Making Kit - Make Your Own Craft Beer - Complete Equipment and Supplies - Starter Home Brewing Kit - 1 Gallon by craft a brew
- **How much does it cost?** $196.40 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/38340119-craft-a-brew-hard-cider-kit-beer-making-kit-make)

## Best For

- craft a brew enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted craft a brew brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Brew Like a Pro at Home:** All-in-one kit with glass carboy, airlock, tubing & more—just add your favorite apple juice!
- • **Legacy of Craftsmanship:** Inspired by American cider traditions, bringing authentic hard cider brewing to your kitchen.
- • **Sustainably Hand-Assembled:** Quality components crafted in Orlando, FL with eco-conscious values for mindful brewing.
- • **Customizable Flavor Profiles:** Use any apple juice or cider to create your unique dry sparkling cider experience.
- • **Perfect for Beginners & Hobbyists:** Clear, easy-to-follow guide ensures your first batch is a success—no guesswork needed.

## Overview

Craft A Brew Hard Cider Kit is a complete 1-gallon home brewing starter set that includes all essential equipment—glass carboy, airlock, tubing, and a detailed guide—to craft your own dry sparkling hard cider. Designed for beginners and hobbyists, it empowers you to create personalized cider flavors using your choice of apple juice, continuing the rich American cider tradition with sustainably assembled, high-quality components.

## Description

Hard cider brewing kit includes everything needed to make hard cider except for the juice. Different types of apple juice or cider will give the finished product varying tastes. Kit includes: Glass carboy, funnel, racking cane, rubber stopper, transfer tubing, tubing clamp, airlock, guide to making hard cider, hard cider recipe (enough for 3 batches), and sanitizer.

Review: Great for those just starting out - I purchased this kit because I just started getting into the whole homebrew area. I wanted something that included everything you would need, was easy to follow and fun. So this includes everything you need with the exception of the bottles and caps. If you decide to purchase a kit like this just make sure to add those on. You won't need them for at least 30 days but its nice to have everything on hand. With that said let me get into the kit and recipe. I received this kit and sadly the Glass Carboy was cracked. It wasn't a huge crack and while I might have been able to use it I decide to not and request a replacement. With the glass eventually under some pressure there was a chance it could break further completely ruining my first beer brew and I didn't want that. Thankfully customer service was quick to respond and they sent off a replacement carboy. Being in Alaska I would imagine is a pain for many of these companies but we have postal service, fedex and ups just like everywhere else. In any case I received the replacement carboy and started on my homebrew adventure. The directions are very easy to follow and include a bit about the process from a 1000ft over-view. Keep it simple, nice. The process is pretty easy to follow and I was able to get through with no issues and put my batch in the carboy. The hardest part is now, the wait. So they recommend waiting 2 weeks before moving on to the next stage which is bottling. And then another 2 weeks then before you drink it. So 30 days before you can taste your beer. Okay I was a little impatient and had a bottle before 2 weeks. It wasn't as carbonated as store bought beers which I actually kind of like. I think we over carbonate our beers and they are all like dang champagne but that's just me. So my first beer was okay. I went with the honey ale and it only had the very slightest of honey taste to it. All told I was able to get 11 bottles (12oz) out of a gallon. I'm down to my last 4 bottles and they have a bit more carbonation but not to much. I am able to get a slight head on the beer when pouring which goes away fairly quick. Still it tastes pretty good. I ordered other recipes and can't wait to try those.!! Some recommendations to the CraftABrew folks going forward with these kits. Package the Glass Carboys in some more protection. I have seen previous folks state they also had received the carboy cracked or broken. I think packing in some better protection would help prevent this. The instruction booklet only comes with the kit. This should be stated somewhere or perhaps ask the customer if they need one. It would be nice if the book was a bit more sturdy. I'll be putting mine in some protection as i referred back to it each time i made one of the other recipes. Overall though this is a good kit and really is easy to follow. I would definitely recommend it for first time folks or maybe even old timers. Lastly, Make SURE YOU USE A BLOWOFF ASSEMBLY during the first 24-72 hours. There will be LOTS of foam and activity and you'll need it otherwise you will end up with a mess.
Review: Fun! - Really Easy and supper fun

## Features

- BREW YOUR OWN – Be more than a cider drinker; be a cider maker! These Craft a Brew recipe kits will turn cider lovers into cider brewers and give you all the independence, experience, and fun that comes with brewing your own cider.
- NEW JOHNNY APPLESEED – The history of American cider is a long one. This home brew cider lets you continue the legacy of all the old great cider makers. Now you can make a great-tasting hard cider right from home, just like they used to (only without the whole apple cider press).
- HOME BREWING STARTER SETS – Designed to help first-timers and hobbyists alike get the most of their craft brew experience, this hard cider starter kit teaches you about the art of brewing with our Craft a Brew Guide to Making Your Own Hard Cider.
- CIDER KIT – You bring the juice, and we bring the rest! Our kits come with everything you need to make dry sparkling cider. We’ve even included some of our favorite recipe variations in our Guide to Cider Making so you can enjoy the perfect drink year-round.
- CRAFT A BREW KIT QUALITY – Each hard cider kit is assembled by hand in Orlando, FL instilled with the core values of providing high-quality ingredients, elegant and effective design, and an environmentally sustainable mindset. Enjoy apple cider drink the right way with our own kit.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B019ZRVP7U |
| Best Sellers Rank | #23,311 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #3 in Home Brewing Starter Sets |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (3,717) |
| Date First Available | December 30, 2015 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 4 pounds |
| Item model number | BK-CID |
| Manufacturer | Craft A Brew |
| Product Dimensions | 9 x 16 x 9 inches |

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Flavor** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does the shipping box says there is beer in it?**
A: What?? Lol... uh, no. Its a plain brown box with a shipping label on it. It doesnt say "there is beer in this box".

**Q: Does this make 5 gallons?**
A: No 1 gallon

**Q: Does it come with the ingredients to make it?**
A: yes everything is inside, however nothing to bottle it.

**Q: What comes with this kit? Does it contain the ingredients for a gluten free ale?**
A: It contains sorghum extract in place of malt extract. The end result is a slightly sweet, smooth amber ale similar to a Belgian Dubbel.The kit contains a glass carboy, funnel, racking cane, rubber stopper, transfer tubing, airlock, thermometer, gluten free ingredients, sanitizer, and an easy-to-follow guide to craft brewing with step-by-step instructions.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for those just starting out
*by H***E on October 19, 2020*

I purchased this kit because I just started getting into the whole homebrew area. I wanted something that included everything you would need, was easy to follow and fun. So this includes everything you need with the exception of the bottles and caps. If you decide to purchase a kit like this just make sure to add those on. You won't need them for at least 30 days but its nice to have everything on hand. With that said let me get into the kit and recipe. I received this kit and sadly the Glass Carboy was cracked. It wasn't a huge crack and while I might have been able to use it I decide to not and request a replacement. With the glass eventually under some pressure there was a chance it could break further completely ruining my first beer brew and I didn't want that. Thankfully customer service was quick to respond and they sent off a replacement carboy. Being in Alaska I would imagine is a pain for many of these companies but we have postal service, fedex and ups just like everywhere else. In any case I received the replacement carboy and started on my homebrew adventure. The directions are very easy to follow and include a bit about the process from a 1000ft over-view. Keep it simple, nice. The process is pretty easy to follow and I was able to get through with no issues and put my batch in the carboy. The hardest part is now, the wait. So they recommend waiting 2 weeks before moving on to the next stage which is bottling. And then another 2 weeks then before you drink it. So 30 days before you can taste your beer. Okay I was a little impatient and had a bottle before 2 weeks. It wasn't as carbonated as store bought beers which I actually kind of like. I think we over carbonate our beers and they are all like dang champagne but that's just me. So my first beer was okay. I went with the honey ale and it only had the very slightest of honey taste to it. All told I was able to get 11 bottles (12oz) out of a gallon. I'm down to my last 4 bottles and they have a bit more carbonation but not to much. I am able to get a slight head on the beer when pouring which goes away fairly quick. Still it tastes pretty good. I ordered other recipes and can't wait to try those.!! Some recommendations to the CraftABrew folks going forward with these kits. Package the Glass Carboys in some more protection. I have seen previous folks state they also had received the carboy cracked or broken. I think packing in some better protection would help prevent this. The instruction booklet only comes with the kit. This should be stated somewhere or perhaps ask the customer if they need one. It would be nice if the book was a bit more sturdy. I'll be putting mine in some protection as i referred back to it each time i made one of the other recipes. Overall though this is a good kit and really is easy to follow. I would definitely recommend it for first time folks or maybe even old timers. Lastly, Make SURE YOU USE A BLOWOFF ASSEMBLY during the first 24-72 hours. There will be LOTS of foam and activity and you'll need it otherwise you will end up with a mess.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun!
*by C***T on January 29, 2026*

Really Easy and supper fun

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Inspirational and Desire Creating.
*by T***S on June 25, 2025*

One of the few truly inspirational products on all of Amazon. As someone who enjoyed beer, I was naturally interested in brewing my own beer. With absolutely zero experience, I was able to create an amazing tasting beer on my first try. Everything is laid out in easy to follow instructions, and all included items have been nothing short of prestine and professional. This has been my 4th purchase with this company. Getting to the beer, every brew I make has an amazing color that is appropriate for the style. The aroma of each batch I've made is mouth watering as well. It's almost impossible to let the beer carbonate long enough because I want to drink it so bad. As for quantity, each gallon you ferment is typically going to let you bottle 10 different bottles, but beware, this beer will not last long as you find that you're captivated by it's flavor. Next, the added cleaning supplies also means that you dont need to worry too much about getting ready for the next batch you buy. Your sanitizer is already in the box. You just need to do a little scrubbing and you'll be ready to start your next brew. Trust me, one kit won't be enough to satisfy all your desires. It's because of this amazing product that I now have a new goal to achieve, building my own micro brewery. This product not only gave me tasty beer, it gave me something fun to do, a new career path I want to pursue, and a motivation to see my beer on store shelves. Thank you to Craft a Brew for not only supplying an amazing product, but for creating a newly inspired entrepreneur.

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