Buying guide
Bottling Day Kit
Updated How we research
Bottling is where good batches get lost to spills, oxidation, and half-cleaned bottles. This kit fixes the workflow. Swing-top bottles and growlers hold carbonation for fizzy ferments, an auto siphon transfers without disturbing sediment, and a wide funnel keeps counters dry. Dedicated brushes and a drying rack make cleanup quick and sanitary. The page is split into six sections (Swing Top Bottles; Bottling Funnels; Auto Siphons; Fermentation Bottle Brushes; Growlers For Fermenting; Bottle Drying Racks), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 24 picks. Our scores range from 6.2 to 8.6 out of 10.
- Best overall:FastRack 64 oz Amber Glass Growlers (Pack of 6) with 18 Poly Seal Caps for Homebrew and Kombucha. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.6/10.
- Also great value:GBACHOOSE 16 oz Flip Top Glass Bottle, 10 Pack Swing Top Glass Bottles for Home Brewing, Kombucha, Mead, Kefir (500ML). Value score of 9/10, overall 8.4/10.
- Solid build:Yamazaki Home Tower Countertop Two Tier Bottle Drying Rack with Drainage Tray, Steel. Build and materials score of 9/10, overall 7.4/10.
- Feature-rich:Kitchen Funnel for Filling Bottles, 304 Stainless Steel Food Funnels with Strainer and 200 Mesh Filter. Features score of 8/10, overall 8.4/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Swing Top Bottles
- GBACHOOSE 16 oz Flip Top Glass Bottle, 10 Pack Swing Top Glass Bottles for Home Brewing, Kombucha, Mead, Kefir (500ML)Our score8.4/10
- Swing Top Glass Bottles 16oz, Flip Top Beer Brewing Bottle with Stopper for Home Brewing, Kombucha, Kefir, 8 PackOur score8.2/10
- 8 Set 16 OZ Swing Top Glass Bottles, Flip Top Beer Brewing Bottles with Stopper for Fermentation, Kombucha, Mead, KefirOur score7.8/10
- YEBODA 16oz Swing Top Bottles, Glass Beer Bottle with Airtight Rubber Seal Flip Caps for Home Brewing Kombucha (6 Pack)Our score7.6/10
Bottling Funnels
- Kitchen Funnel for Filling Bottles, 304 Stainless Steel Food Funnels with Strainer and 200 Mesh FilterOur score8.4/10
- Stainless Steel Wide Mouth Funnels with Detachable Strainer, 5-inch Funnel for Filling Small Bottles and Jars, GoldOur score7.6/10
- 3 Inch Stainless Steel Kitchen Bottling, Canning, Brewing, Spice and Flask FunnelOur score7.2/10
- IoF 3-Pack Mini Stainless Steel Funnel with Handles, Metal Small Funnels for Filling Small BottlesOur score6.7/10
Auto Siphons
- Fermtech Mini Auto-Siphon, Clear Siphon with 3ft Food-Grade Vinyl Hose for 1 Gallon Jugs, Wine, Beer, Mead and Kombucha, 3/8inOur score8.2/10
- Hgkeke 2Pcs 14 Inch Auto Siphon with 5.5ft Food-Grade Silicone Hose 5/16 Inch ID, Bottling Pump for Homebrew and MeadOur score8.0/10
- FastRack 3/8 Inch Mini Auto Bottling Siphoning Kit with Food Grade 3 ft Hose, ClearOur score7.6/10
- Pssopp Auto Siphon Racking Cane, Premium Bottling Auto Siphon with Transparent Tubing, Plastic 3/8 Inch, 38.5cm LengthOur score7.4/10
Fermentation Bottle Brushes
- ALINK 3-Pack Long Bottle Cleaning Brush for Narrow Neck Beer, Wine, Flask, Thermos, Kombucha Bottles, 16 InchesOur score7.9/10
- ALINK 8-Pack Bottle Cleaning Brush Set - Long Bottle Cleaner for Narrow Neck Bottles with Straw Brush and Kettle CleanerOur score7.8/10
- 16 Inch Bottle Brush Cleaner for Water Bottles - Long Handle Brush for Narrow Neck Sport Bottles, Beer Bottles and Jugs, Set of 2Our score7.6/10
- Bottle Cleaning Brush Set - Long Handle Bottle Cleaner for Narrow Neck Beer Bottles with Straw Brush and Kettle Spout CleanerOur score6.8/10
Growlers For Fermenting
- FastRack 64 oz Amber Glass Growlers (Pack of 6) with 18 Poly Seal Caps for Homebrew and KombuchaOur score8.6/10
- ZEAYEA 3 Pack 64 oz Amber Glass Growler Jug Set with Lids and Handle for Beer, Home Brewing, KombuchaOur score7.8/10
- TEEAMORE Amber Growler 64 oz Glass Beer Growler with HandleOur score7.6/10
- True Fabrications 64 oz Amber Howler GrowlerOur score7.0/10
Bottle Drying Racks
- Wakubon Bottle Drying Rack for Kitchen Countertop, Two-Tier Stand with Drainage Tray and 5-in-1 Bottle Cleaning BrushOur score7.5/10
- Yamazaki Home Tower Countertop Two Tier Bottle Drying Rack with Drainage Tray, SteelOur score7.4/10
- DORMIYA 2-Tier Vertical Water Bottle Drying Rack with Drain Tray, Space Saving Metal Ventilated StandOur score7.0/10
- Bottle Drying Rack for Kitchen Countertop, 2 Tier Storage Stand with Removable Drainage Tray for Bottles and CupsOur score6.2/10
All 24 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1FastRack's 64 oz amber glass growlers, Pack of 6 with 18 Poly Seal Caps for homebrew and kombucha.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + 18 Poly Seal Caps give plenty of spare lids for many uses
- + Pack of 6 growlers handles multi-gallon batches
- + Poly seal caps create a tight seal for storage
- - Six half gallon jugs take up a lot of storage space
- - No handles listed, which makes pouring harder
#2GBACHOOSE's 10 Pack of 16 oz (500ML) flip top glass bottles for home brewing, kombucha, mead and kefir.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 10 Pack gives extra bottles beyond a single gallon batch
- + 500ML size is easy to share or chill in the fridge door
- + Flip top closures need no capper or crown caps
- - Clear glass needs dark storage to protect flavor
- - Large set takes up significant cupboard space
#3A 304 stainless steel kitchen funnel for filling bottles, with strainer and a 200 Mesh filter.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 200 Mesh filter removes fine sediment and yeast strands
- + 304 stainless steel is food grade and rust resistant
- + Strainer plus filter give two levels of clarity
- - Fine mesh slows pouring and can clog with pulp
- - Strainer and filter are extra parts that each need rinsing after use
#4An 8 Pack of 16oz swing top glass bottles with stoppers for home brewing, kombucha and kefir.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 8 Pack covers a full gallon of kombucha bottling
- + Swing top stoppers hold carbonation during second fermentation
- + 16oz size is a convenient single serving
- - Clear glass lets light in, so store bottles in a dark cupboard
- - Swing top gaskets wear out and need replacement eventually
#5Fermtech's mini auto-siphon with 3ft food-grade vinyl hose, 3/8in, for 1 Gallon jugs of wine, beer, mead and kombucha.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Mini size is designed for 1 Gallon jugs used in small batches
- + Auto-siphon starts flow with one pump, no mouth siphoning
- + 3ft food-grade vinyl hose reaches bottles placed below
- - Too short to reach the bottom of full-size buckets or carboys
- - Plastic racking cane can crack if bent or dropped
#6Hgkeke's 2Pcs 14 Inch auto siphons with 5.5ft food-grade silicone hose, 5/16 Inch ID, for homebrew and mead.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 2Pcs gives a spare siphon or one for each fermenter
- + 5.5ft silicone hose is flexible and resists kinking
- + 14 Inch cane reaches the bottom of gallon jugs and small carboys
- - 5/16 Inch ID flows slower than larger siphons
- - Silicone hose may be too soft for some tubing clamps
#7ALINK's 3-Pack of 16 Inches long bottle cleaning brushes for narrow neck beer, wine, flask and kombucha bottles.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 16 Inches of reach cleans the bottom of tall bottles
- + 3-Pack lets you dedicate brushes to different ferments
- + Narrow neck design fits swing top and kombucha bottles
- - Bristle brushes can hold moisture and need drying
- - Wire core may scratch soft plastic bottles
#8An 8 Set of 16 OZ flip top glass bottles with stoppers for fermentation, kombucha, mead and kefir.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 8 Set of bottles holds a gallon batch with room to spare
- + Flip top stoppers reseal easily after opening
- + Suited to kombucha, mead and kefir carbonation
- - Check bottles for chips or cracks before pressurizing a fresh batch
- - Pressure builds fast with fruit, so burp bottles regularly
#9ALINK's 8-Pack bottle cleaning brush set with long bottle cleaner, straw brush and kettle cleaner.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 8-Pack covers bottles, straws and kettle spouts in one set
- + Long bottle cleaner reaches deep into growlers
- + Straw brush handles airlock and tubing cleaning
- - Eight brushes of different sizes take up more storage space than a single brush
- - Some brushes are more useful for kitchen tasks than brewing
#10ZEAYEA's 3 Pack of 64 oz amber glass growler jugs with lids and handle for beer, home brewing and kombucha.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 3 Pack of growlers splits a large batch into flavors
- + Lids are included, so the jugs are ready to seal
- + Amber glass shields kombucha and beer from light that dulls flavor
- - Growlers are bulky and use a lot of fridge space
- - Lid seal strength for high carbonation is not detailed
#11YEBODA's 6 Pack of 16oz swing top glass beer bottles with airtight rubber seal flip caps for kombucha.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Airtight Rubber Seal holds fizz during carbonation
- + 6 Pack is right for smaller half gallon batches
- + Beer bottle shape feels sturdy for pressurized drinks
- - Six bottles will not hold a full gallon batch
- - Rubber seals need removal and cleaning to stay sanitary
#12Gold stainless steel wide mouth funnels with a detachable strainer, 5-inch funnels for small bottles and jars.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Detachable Strainer catches fruit and ginger during bottling
- + 5-inch mouth reduces spills when pouring kombucha
- + Gold finish adds a decorative touch to a brewing station
- - Gold coating may wear with abrasive scrubbing
- - Confirm the exact pack count in the listing before you order
#13FastRack's 3/8 Inch mini auto bottling siphoning kit with food grade 3 ft clear hose.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 3/8 Inch mini siphon suits one gallon jugs and small fermenters
- + FastRack is a homebrew brand with standard-fit parts
- + Clear hose lets you watch for sediment during transfer
- - Short size is not suited to large buckets
- - Kit does not include a bottling wand, so stopping flow between bottles is fiddly
#14A Set of 2 16 Inch long handle bottle brush cleaners for narrow neck sport bottles, beer bottles and jugs.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Long Handle keeps hands out of sticky kombucha residue
- + Set of 2 allows one for brewing and one for general use
- + 16 Inch length reaches the base of jugs and growlers
- - Brush heads cannot be replaced once worn
- - Bristles may be too wide for very narrow bottles
#15TEEAMORE's 64 oz amber glass beer growler with handle for kombucha and home brew storage.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Amber Glass blocks light that can spoil kombucha or beer flavor
- + Handle makes pouring a full 64 oz jug easier
- + Half gallon size holds a good portion for secondary fermentation
- - Single growler only, so multiple batches need more
- - Screw lid type is not described, so fizz retention is unclear
#16Wakubon's two-tier countertop bottle drying rack with drainage tray and a 5-in-1 bottle cleaning brush.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 5-in-1 bottle cleaning brush is bundled, covering washing and drying together
- + Two-Tier Stand holds several bottles upside down to drain
- + Drainage Tray keeps water off the counter
- - Brush set is basic and may wear faster than dedicated brewing brushes
- - Peg spacing is sized for water bottles rather than beer bottles
#17Pssopp's premium bottling auto siphon racking cane with transparent tubing, plastic 3/8 Inch, 38.5cm length.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 38.5cm length reaches the bottom of most jugs and small buckets
- + Transparent tubing lets you spot sediment before it transfers
- + 3/8 Inch size is a common homebrew diameter
- - Plastic racking cane is less durable than steel versions
- - Length may be short for full-size carboys
#18Yamazaki Home's Tower two tier countertop bottle drying rack in steel with a drainage tray.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 7/10
- + Two Tier layout dries many bottles in a small counter footprint
- + Steel frame from a known design brand feels solid and looks tidy
- + Drainage Tray catches drips so the counter stays dry
- - Designed for water bottles, so narrow-neck swing top bottles may sit loosely
- - Premium designer pricing is higher than basic racks
#19A 3 Inch stainless steel kitchen funnel for bottling, canning, brewing, spices and flasks.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 3 Inch size fits narrow bottle necks and spice jars
- + Stainless steel will not absorb kombucha or vinegar smells
- + Compact funnel stores easily in a drawer
- - Small opening fills slowly when pouring larger volumes
- - No strainer is included for catching fruit pieces
#20True Fabrications' 64 oz amber howler growler for storing and serving homebrew and kombucha.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Amber glass protects light-sensitive brews
- + 64 oz howler holds a generous amount per jug
- + True Fabrications is a known barware brand
- - Check the listing photos for the lid style before you order
- - Large growlers lose carbonation once opened
#21DORMIYA's 2-Tier vertical water bottle drying rack with drain tray, a space saving ventilated metal stand.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Vertical design saves counter space next to a busy sink
- + Ventilated metal stand lets air reach inside bottles to dry them fully
- + Drain Tray lifts out for easy emptying without moving the bottles
- - Water bottle focus means small-neck brewing bottles may not balance well
- - Holds fewer bottles than a dedicated bottle tree
#22A long handle bottle cleaning brush set for narrow neck beer bottles with straw brush and kettle spout cleaner.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + Straw brush cleans siphon tubes and airlocks
- + Long handle brush scrubs bottle bottoms easily
- + Kettle spout cleaner is handy for brewing kettles
- - Check the listing photos to confirm exactly which brushes ship with it
- - Extra pieces may be unnecessary for kombucha-only brewers
#23IoF's 3-Pack of mini stainless steel funnels with handles for filling small bottles.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + 3-Pack gives several sizes or spares for small bottles
- + Handles make holding the funnel steady easy
- + Mini funnels are great for tinctures and flavor extracts
- - Too small for filling standard kombucha bottles quickly
- - No strainer is included, so fruit pieces pass straight into the bottle
#24A 2 Tier countertop bottle drying rack and storage stand with a removable drainage tray for bottles and cups.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + Removable Drainage Tray makes clearing standing water quick
- + 2 Tier storage stand also holds cups and jar lids
- + Compact rack fits beside the sink for daily kombucha bottle washing
- - Check the listing photos for the exact capacity and material
- - Not tall enough for large growlers to drain properly
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