Best Beer Brewing Filters & Straining of 2025

"I used 12 pounds of grain in one of these, and it held up well. Good for the price and the mesh is tight."

"These bags are fantastic! I previously used pantyhose for straining and found them messy. These are large enough for a full 5-gallon carboy, and the drawstring holds them in place. They strain beautifully and clean so easily. I’m looking forward to using them for jam season next spring!"

"I was surprised by how massive these bags are! They worked perfectly for straining my sorrel, and I didn’t end up with a stained bag. I’m planning to wash them and use them again; they hold up well for juice extraction without breaking!"

"This was my first time making tomato sauce using these bags, and I was impressed by the exceptional functionality. They allowed the juice to flow through while crushing the tomatoes, and they are definitely reusable. After washing, they came out perfectly clean!"

"I must say, I have a collection of these bags and I've tested them in various ways. From draining cheese to winemaking and even growing Koji spores, their versatility is amazing! I also used them for steeping herbs and even cultivating mushrooms. They are essential in my daily life!"

"I needed these bags for winemaking, and they exceeded my expectations! They held more grapes than I thought and didn’t rip when I hand-pressed them. Although cleaning was a bit of a challenge, I would definitely buy them again!"

"These brew bags are truly a game-changer for winemaking! They transformed my previously messy process into a smooth and hassle-free experience. The bags are incredibly sturdy, easily handling all the fruit and pulp I used. Cleanup was a breeze—just lift the bag, rinse it, and I'm done. No more struggling with strainers or messy hands. My wine turned out fantastic, and I didn't lose my sanity in the process. If you want to make winemaking easier and quicker, these bags are a must-have!"

"I used these bags to press apples, and they performed excellently. They were easy to clean and held up well during use. I'm optimistic that I won't need to replace them anytime soon."

"I purchased a two-pack and I'm still using the first one! I've been using it for filtering fruit and grains for a year now. It's really well made and sturdy. I had 10 pounds of mashed pieces inside, and it didn't rip when I squeezed out the wine. I’m too frugal to use the second one yet; I keep washing and drying the first one! As soon as it rips, I’ll be ordering a new one to ensure I always have a fresh backup. Aside from a hydrometer, this is an essential tool for any distiller!"

"As someone in a microbrewery, I've found this hopstand incredibly helpful for homebrewing. It makes clean-up a breeze without sacrificing performance. After three years and 150+ batches, it remains sturdy and free from pits. I just rinse it off and sanitize after each use. Highly recommend this hopstand for its build quality!"

"I primarily use this hopstand for starting hops, and it stays stable through the boil thanks to its double suspension. However, I wish I had chosen a larger size for my 8-gallon brew kettle, as I need to add more hoppers for finishing hops."

"I recently tried this strainer and ended up needing four stitches due to the sharp edges. While I appreciate its performance, I advise being cautious when handling it. Just a friendly reminder to others!"

"I find this hop spider awesome! I've used it twice already and I highly recommend it as an upgrade from nylon bags. It's much easier to use, add hops, and clean. The design allows the hops pellets to float around and stay in contact with the boiling wort. I was impressed by its capacity; I only used 2-3 oz of pellet hops, but it can hold much more. Cleaning was straightforward—just a soak in my PBW solution did the trick!"

"This device is a brewer's dream! It keeps my mash at precise temperatures for extended periods and prevents grain particles from dirtying my sous vide device. I can also reverse the setup to keep hops contained, making the transfer to fermentation cleaner. I've brewed over 100 batches, and I’m already in love with this tool, even though I have to wait a few months to taste the results!"

"I use this for my beer making, placing hops and other items in it to avoid mixing them into the wort. Its fine size ensures that while it doesn’t let many particles out, it still allows for great flavor infusion. It's easy to clean, very sturdy, and hangs perfectly on the side of my brew pot!"

"I bought these to divide 50lb bags of shell corn into manageable weights for wildlife feeding. They are a perfect solution! The material is strong, they close easily, and my back feels much better. I highly recommend them for any use!"

"For my 5-gallon brews, these bags performed excellently. They withstand strain and heat, and I love the drawstring feature that keeps them secure around the brew pot."

"In my cider press, these bags were large enough to fill the bucket, with extra length for twisting and closing. The fine mesh filtered really well, making this an excellent product!"

"I find this filter horrible. It's tough to lock closed and even harder to open."

"I wish I had saved my money and opted for a plate filter instead. What a waste of time and money!"

"I used one of these bags to filter my burned bread amino sauce, and it worked great for initial filtering. It was exactly what I needed—finer than cheese cloth but not too fine. I removed most sediment quickly, making the process easier."

"I absolutely love these bags for canning grape juice! They worked exceptionally well with my juicer."

"With my 15-gallon stock pot, this bag was the only one that fit perfectly for brewing. I’m quite happy with the quality it offers."

"These bags are perfect for covering my fermenter wine container. I also use them for my vinegar containers; they do a fantastic job keeping fruit flies away. Plus, they arrived the very next day!"

"As a first-time mash-in-bag brewer, I’m quite impressed. The wort is much cleaner than my previous methods, and fermentation has gone smoothly. The bags are easy to clean; I just shake the grain out and rinse them."

"I have an antique apple press, and these bags fit perfectly in my large baskets. They're well-made with strong stitching, and the drawstring holds them securely. I've used them for pressing apples, and they work great!"