Small Brewery Equipment
Start a brewery with less equipment, less space, and less complexity.
BREWHA’s patented BIAC® brewing system helps small breweries, nano breweries, brewpubs, pilot breweries, and startup breweries produce excellent beer with a compact 5-in-1 brewing platform.
Traditional brewery equipment
BREWHA BIAC® system
Why breweries choose BREWHA
One Mash Colander. Multiple 5-in-1 Fermentors.
Watch the BIAC® process from mash through fermentation and see how one Mash Colander can support multiple fermentors. Start with one complete BIAC® Brewing System consisting of a 5-in-1 Fermentor and removable Mash Colander. As demand increases, add additional 5-in-1 Fermentors while continuing to use the same Mash Colander, reducing equipment duplication and simplifying expansion.
Small brewery equipment should make opening a brewery simpler — not more complicated.
Most small breweries are planned around the same equipment model used by larger production breweries: separate vessels, extra pumps, more transfers, more cleaning, more floor space, and higher startup cost. BREWHA was designed around a different idea: combine the core brewing process into a compact, flexible, commercial brewing system that helps small breweries, nano breweries, brewpubs, and pilot breweries produce excellent beer with less equipment.
The simpler brewery layout
Traditional brewery layout vs BREWHA layout
The biggest advantage of BREWHA small brewery equipment is not just the stainless steel. It is the simplified brewery workflow.
Traditional small brewery
More vessels, more transfers, more cleaning, more planning, and more floor space.
BREWHA BIAC® Brewery
Start with one complete BIAC® Brewing System: one 5-in-1 Fermentor plus one removable Mash Colander insert. As demand grows, add additional 5-in-1 Fermentors. The same Mash Colander can be used with each fermentor, allowing you to brew the next batch while previous batches remain in their 5-in-1 vessels for boiling, fermentation, conditioning, carbonation, and serving.
How BIAC® works
The Mash Colander and 5-in-1 Fermentor work together.
A complete BIAC® Brewing System includes one 5-in-1 Fermentor and one removable Mash Colander insert. The Mash Colander is used during mashing and lautering, then removed so the wort can continue through boiling, fermentation, conditioning, carbonation, and serving in the same 5-in-1 vessel.
Mash
Grain is mashed inside the Mash Colander while the insert is lowered into the 5-in-1 Fermentor.
Lauter
The Mash Colander is raised. Wort drains through the wedge-wire false bottom and stays in the fermentor.
Boil
The Mash Colander is removed and emptied of grain. The wort is boiled directly in the same 5-in-1 vessel.
Ferment · Brite · Serve
The same vessel becomes the fermentor, conditioning tank, brite tank, and serving tank.
Expandable brewing model
Buy one complete BIAC® system, then grow with additional 5-in-1 Fermentors.
You do not need to buy a separate Mash Colander for every fermentor. Start with one complete BIAC® Brewing System, then add additional 5-in-1 Fermentors as production grows. The same Mash Colander can be used with each additional fermentor.
Expansion sequence
- Start with one 5-in-1 Fermentor and one Mash Colander.
- Mash and lauter the first batch using the Mash Colander.
- Remove and empty the Mash Colander.
- Use the same Mash Colander with the next 5-in-1 Fermentor.
- Add more 5-in-1 Fermentors as demand grows.
Why BREWHA
Built for small breweries, nano breweries, brewpubs, and pilot systems.
Use less floor space
The BIAC® approach reduces the number of dedicated vessels required, helping small breweries fit production into tighter spaces.
Reduce equipment cost
Start with one complete BIAC® system, then expand by adding 5-in-1 Fermentors instead of duplicating the full mash and brewhouse setup.
Clean less equipment
Fewer vessels and fewer transfers can mean fewer surfaces to clean, sanitize, move, and manage.
Expand as demand grows
Purchase one complete BIAC® system with a Mash Colander, then add additional 5-in-1 Fermentors as production grows. The same Mash Colander can be used with each fermentor.
WHY BREWERIES EXPAND WITH BREWHA
One Mash Colander can support multiple 5-in-1 Fermentors.
The BREWHA BIAC® Brewing System combines a removable Mash Colander with a 5-in-1 Fermentor. As your brewery grows, the same Mash Colander can be used with additional 5-in-1 Fermentors, helping you expand production easily without expensive capital decisions.
Sizing guide
Which small brewery equipment is right for you?
The right BREWHA system depends on your target batch size, available space, sales model, electrical supply, and expansion plan. These general recommendations help visitors quickly understand where to start.
Ideal for recipe development, test batches, education, and very small commercial launches.
Nano brewery 1.5-3 BBL systemA strong starting point for small taprooms, local sales, and compact commercial brewing.
Brewpub or restaurant 5–7 BBL systemDesigned for hospitality businesses that want fresh beer production without a large production facility.
Small production brewery 7–15 BBL systemFor brewers planning higher output, multiple fermentors, and a staged growth path.
Startup cost
How much does small brewery equipment cost?
Small brewery equipment cost depends on batch size, number of fermentors, utilities, cooling, controls, installation, building requirements, and whether the brewery is designed for taproom sales, restaurant service, local distribution, or production growth.
Traditional brewery equipment can require a dedicated brewhouse, multiple fermenters, brite tanks, transfer equipment, and more floor space. BREWHA helps reduce the equipment list by starting with one complete BIAC® Brewing System, then expanding with additional 5-in-1 Fermentors that can use the same Mash Colander.
Cost drivers to compare
- Brewhouse vessels
- Fermenters and brite tanks
- Floor space and lease cost
- Cleaning time and labor
- Installation and utility complexity
- Expansion path
Typical startup savings
Where BREWHA can reduce brewery startup complexity and cost.
Every brewery project is different, but BREWHA’s small brewery equipment is designed to reduce duplication across the areas that often drive startup cost, installation complexity, and ongoing labor.
Example configurations
Plan your brewery around production growth.
BREWHA allows founders to start with one complete BIAC® Brewing System, then add 5-in-1 Fermentors as demand grows.
1 complete BIAC® + 2 fermentors
Ideal for startup nano breweries, pilot programs, and small taprooms building early demand.
1 complete BIAC® + 4 fermentors
Ideal for brewpubs, taprooms, and restaurants that want fresh beer production with a compact footprint.
1 complete BIAC® + 8 fermentors
Ideal for growing breweries that need more fermentation capacity without duplicating the full brewhouse.
Comparison
BREWHA vs traditional small brewery equipment
| Planning factor | Traditional small brewery | BREWHA BIAC® system |
|---|---|---|
| Initial system | ◐ Multiple dedicated vessels | ✓ One complete BIAC® system: 5-in-1 Fermentor + removable Mash Colander |
| Expansion | ◐ Add more dedicated vessels | ✓ Buy one complete BIAC® system, then add 5-in-1 Fermentors as demand grows |
| Mashing and lautering | ◐ Usually handled in dedicated vessels | ✓ One Mash Colander can be used with each additional 5-in-1 Fermentor |
| Startup cost | ◐ More individual equipment to purchase | ✓ Lower duplication of core brewhouse equipment as you expand |
| Floor space | ◐ More room required | ✓ Compact footprint |
| Cleaning workflow | ◐ More tanks and transfer lines | ✓ Fewer process steps |
| Expansion cost | ◐ More duplicated brewhouse equipment | ✓ Add fermentors while reusing the Mash Colander |
| Brewhouse footprint | ◐ More dedicated vessel space | ✓ Compact modular layout |
| Commercial beer quality | ✓ Proven commercial approach | ✓ Designed for serious commercial brewing |
| Best fit | ◐ Larger dedicated production layouts | ✓ Startups, nano breweries, brewpubs, pilots |
Product paths
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Best-fit uses
Who this small brewery equipment is for
Startup breweries
For founders who want to open with lower equipment complexity and a practical path to expansion.
Nano breweries
For brewers who need commercial control without the footprint of a conventional brewhouse.
Brewpubs and restaurants
For hospitality businesses that want fresh beer production without turning the whole building into a production facility.
How brewers use BREWHA
Small brewery scenarios
Startup brewery
Challenge: Open with limited space and capital.
BREWHA solution: Start with one complete BIAC® Brewing System, then add additional 5-in-1 Fermentors as production grows.
Brewpub
Challenge: Add fresh beer production inside a restaurant or taproom.
BREWHA solution: Keep the brewery footprint smaller while producing beer for on-site sales.
Pilot brewery
Challenge: Test recipes without committing to large production batches.
BREWHA solution: Brew pilot-scale batches with commercial-style process control.
Customer proof
Built for real small-brewery projects.
BREWHA systems are used by startup breweries, nano breweries, brewpubs, educational programs, pilot breweries, and commercial brewers who need practical brewing capacity without unnecessary equipment duplication.
Planning a brewery? BREWHA can help you compare system sizes, expansion paths, space requirements, and production goals before you choose equipment.
Why breweries choose BREWHA
Built to grow with your brewery.
Why BIAC® was developed
BREWHA was built to reduce brewery complexity.
Traditional brewery layouts often require multiple vessels, repeated transfers, additional floor space, and duplicated equipment as capacity grows. BIAC® was developed to reduce the number of vessels, transfers, cleaning steps, and space required for commercial brewing while preserving professional brewing control.
Designed to reduce
- Dedicated vessel count
- Transfer steps
- Cleaning workload
- Brewhouse footprint
- Equipment duplication during expansion
Choose your system
Start with the right brewing capacity.
BREWHA systems are available from pilot and nano sizes through microbrewery and production-scale configurations. The best size depends on your batch target, annual production goal, available space, electrical supply, and sales model.
Not sure what size brewery equipment you need?
BREWHA can help you compare system sizes, expansion plans, space requirements, and production targets.
Plan Your BreweryBrewery planning resources
Plan your brewery with fewer unknowns.
Free planning help
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Get help comparing system sizes, production targets, space requirements, equipment needs, utility considerations, and expansion paths before you commit to a brewery layout.
Common questions
Small brewery equipment FAQ
What is the best small brewery equipment?
The best small brewery equipment depends on your batch size, available space, budget, utilities, and sales model. BREWHA is designed for brewers who want commercial brewing control with fewer vessels, less floor space, and a simpler expansion path.
What is a complete BREWHA BIAC® Brewing System?
A complete BIAC® Brewing System consists of one 5-in-1 Fermentor and one removable Mash Colander insert. Together they allow brewers to mash, lauter, boil, ferment, condition, carbonate, and serve in a compact brewing platform.
Do I need a Mash Colander for every 5-in-1 Fermentor?
No. Customers can start with one complete BIAC® system and then add additional 5-in-1 Fermentors. The same Mash Colander can be used with each additional fermentor.
What does the Mash Colander do?
The Mash Colander holds the grain during mashing. When it is raised out of the 5-in-1 Fermentor, wort drains through its wedge-wire false bottom and remains in the fermentor for boiling and the remaining brewing steps.
How much does it cost to start a nano brewery?
Nano brewery startup cost depends on building requirements, batch size, fermentation capacity, utilities, cooling, serving model, and local code requirements. BREWHA can reduce equipment duplication by allowing brewers to start with one complete BIAC® system and add 5-in-1 Fermentors as production grows.
What size brewing system should I buy?
The right size depends on how much beer you plan to sell, how often you want to brew, and how much space you have. Pilot breweries may start around 1.5 BBL, nano breweries often consider 3 BBL, and brewpubs or growing taprooms may look at 5–7 BBL or larger configurations.
Can I start a brewery in a small building?
Many brewery startups are limited by floor space. BREWHA is designed to help reduce the amount of dedicated brewing equipment required, making it a strong option for compact buildings, taprooms, restaurants, and small production spaces.
How many fermentors do I need?
The number of fermentors depends on batch size, fermentation time, sales volume, and how often you brew. BREWHA’s modular model allows brewers to add 5-in-1 Fermentors as demand grows while continuing to use the same Mash Colander.
What equipment do I need to start a small brewery?
A traditional small brewery often requires a mash tun, kettle, fermenters, brite tanks, pumps, controls, chilling, and serving equipment. BREWHA simplifies this by starting with one complete BIAC® Brewing System and expanding with additional 5-in-1 Fermentors as production grows.
Is BREWHA suitable for brewpubs and restaurants?
Yes. BREWHA is a strong fit for brewpubs and restaurants because the compact system can help reduce the amount of space and equipment needed to produce fresh beer on site.
Can I expand later?
Yes. Start with one complete BIAC® system, then add additional 5-in-1 Fermentors as production needs grow. The same Mash Colander can be used to mash and lauter batches for each fermentor.
Build a small brewery with less equipment, less space, and less complexity.
Explore BREWHA’s BIAC® Brewing Systems or get help choosing the right setup for your brewery plan.