Once you're done Fermenting (or Cold Crashing), but before you remove your Brewing Dock, unscrew the Hopping Cap from the back of the Pinter.Take the Hopper, and remove the metal cap but do not remove the foil seal.Firmly hold the Pinter down and...

When setting up your brew, make sure you set your Hopper aside - you won&apos;t need this yet!Once you&apos;re done Fermenting (or Cold Crashing), but before you remove your Brewing Dock, unscrew the Hopping Cap from the back of the Pinter.Take the Hopper, and remove the metal cap but do not remove the foil seal.Firmly hold the Pinter down and screw the Hopper all the way in until it&apos;s flush. Allow a little time for the hop oils to fully go into the Pinter.&#xA0;Remove the Hopper and replace the Hopping Cap until flush with the back of the Pinter. You&apos;re now ready to Condition.Please note a small amount of beer may escape during this process.You can refer to the <a href="https://instructions.pinter.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">instructions&#xA0;</a>for further details and a video on how to Hop. <hr>If you&apos;re brewing the regular Space Hopper style (not the West Coast Edition), this will not come with a Hopper - so don&apos;t worry, you&apos;re not missing anything!

How/when do I use the Hopper?

We offer five different yeasts which will come with your Fresh Press. These four are:Loyalty - a mild English ale strain designed to accentuate malt or hop-forward beers.Balance - a delicate lager/ale hybrid strain that brews refreshing light...

We offer five different yeasts which will come with your Fresh Press. These four are:<ul style="list-style-type: square;"><li style="font-size: 16px;">Loyalty: A mild English ale strain designed to let malt or hop-forward flavors really shine.</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Rise: A highly flavorful, high-ester strain created specifically for wheat and Belgian-style beers.</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Vigour: A fast-fermenting strain specifically tailored for ciders.</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Spark: A highly versatile strain suitable for both ales and lagers, delivering clean, well-balanced flavors across a wide range of fermentation temperatures.</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Ghost: A versatile strain somewhat similar to Spark, but featuring added complexities designed specifically for brewing our Ghost Ship remixed.</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Glimmer: A clean-fermenting strain tailored specifically for brewing crisp, refreshing hard seltzers.</li></ul>Each Brewing Yeast has been specifically tailored to match and complement each style of &#xA0;Fresh Press, so we do not recommend using Yeast from a different style of Pinter Pack.If you have misplaced your yeast please get in touch with our Customer Care Team who will be able to assist you further.&#xA0;

Can I mix and match the Brewing Yeasts and Fresh Presses?

The optimum temperature for brewing is 64°F for Ales and Hard Ciders, and 60°F for lagers. The optimum temperature for conditioning is between 34°F - 38°F or as cold as your fridge can go.These are the ideal temperatures - you'll be able to brew...

The optimum temperature for brewing is between 64&#xB0;F - 72&#xB0;F. The optimum temperature for conditioning is between 34&#xB0;F - 38&#xB0;F or as cold as your fridge can go.These are the ideal temperatures - you&apos;ll be able to brew successfully with your Pinter without getting these exactly right, but try to get as close as you can for the best results.As for the water temperature, we advise having this as close to room temperature as possible - straight from your tap will usually be fine. In the winter if your tap water is particularly cold, your brew can benefit from a touch of hot water before adding the brewing ingredients. Make sure to only add a small amount of hot water, as raising the temperature to above room temperature may impact the viability of your yeast.It&apos;s also important to try and keep these temperatures as consistent as you can. We understand this isn&apos;t always possible, if this is the case then we recommend brewing for extended times to allow the yeast to fully do their job and ferment the beer.&#xA0;We always suggest conditioning in the fridge for this reason, as it&apos;s the best way to ensure the temperature is kept consistent throughout the conditioning process.&#xA0;Conditioning for as long as you can at a constantly cold temperature is a great way to ensure that your brew has a delicious flavour profile and perfect carbonation.

What temperature should I Brew at?

We do not recommend using your own brewing ingredients. Our Pinters and Pinter Packs are specifically designed to create the perfect flavour profile. As we have only tested the ingredients included within our Pinter Packs, we cannot say how other...

We&#xA0;do not&#xA0;recommend using your own ingredients, cleaning products, or any third-party products or devices. Our Pinters and Pinter Packs are specifically designed to deliver the intended flavour profile.&#xA0;Only the components authorised by us are guaranteed safe and compatible with your Pinter. We cannot guarantee how other products, or different quantities, might affect its performance or integrity.Any malfunction, damage, or performance issue that we reasonably determine to have been caused, directly or indirectly, by the use of third-party or incompatible products, devices or ingredients would unfortunately&#xA0;void your warranty.

Can I use my own ingredients or products/devices?

If your brew is flat and not carbonated the most likely reason is that your Fresh Beer or Cider hasn't fermented correctly.There are various reasons this could have happened. Either it wasn't brewed at a high enough temperature for the yeast to...

If your brew is flat and not carbonated the most likely reason is that your Fresh Beer or Cider hasn&apos;t fermented correctly.There are various reasons this could have happened. Either it wasn&apos;t brewed at a high enough temperature for the yeast to activate, the Fresh Press, water and Brewing Yeast weren&apos;t mixed thoroughly enough before the Brewing phase, or in very rare cases the batch of Yeast itself was dead.&#xA0;To help avoid this happening again, we recommend the following steps:- Ensure that you&apos;re shaking your Pinter x3 times for 30 seconds taking a 30-second break in between each shake when mixing the Press with the water and yeast. Alternatively, you could stir it with a&#xA0;sterilised spoon to ensure it is fully incorporated. -Mix the Fresh Press into the water first, and then add the Yeast afterwards and mix for a second time. This allows the yeast to be fully incorporated. - Make sure that the water you&apos;re using to mix with is warm in order to ensure the brew reaches and stays at the correct temperature whilst brewing. - Ensure your Pinter is kept at the optimal temperatures during the Brewing stage. These are 18oC for all Ales and Ciders, and 16oC for all Pilsners and Lagers.- If the room isn&apos;t at ideal temperatures we would suggest following the extended brewing times. This will help the yeast to fully ferment the beer.

My Brew is flat / is not carbonated

Conditioning plays a vital role in the brewing process. It not only contributes essential tasting notes to your brew but also enables the naturally produced CO2 by yeast during fermentation to dissolve into the liquid.To ensure optimal beer...

Conditioning plays a vital role in the brewing process. It not only contributes essential tasting notes to your brew but also enables the naturally produced CO&#x2082; by yeast during fermentation to dissolve into the liquid.To ensure optimal beer quality, it&#x2019;s crucial to maintain a consistently cold temperature for a sufficient amount of time. Failure to do so can result in flat beer, excessive foam during pouring, and potentially, foam being pushed through the Carbonation Dial located at the back.Conditioning times can be influenced by different factors, including the temperature of the fridge, the ABV of the brew, and the pressure in the Pinter. Ideally, the temperature for conditioning should be around 34&#xB0;F (1&#xB0;C), but we understand that this may not always be feasible in a household fridge. Therefore, adjustments to the conditioning times may be necessary to achieve desirable results.It&#x2019;s perfectly fine to condition your beer for longer than the recommended time - doing so can often help improve carbonation and overall flavour, especially if your fridge runs slightly warmer than 34&#xB0;F (1&#xB0;C).If you notice excess frothiness in your brew when dispensing, you can easily address this by conditioning your Pinter for a few more days at a lower temperature, making sure to maintain a consistent temperature during this period. It&#x2019;s important to note that a full fridge or frequent opening of the fridge can cause higher temperatures or fluctuations in temperature.To keep your brew as fresh as possible, keep your Pinter in the fridge throughout the tapping stage.

Conditioning Advice

What is Cold Crashing?This is where you condition your Pinter with the Brewing Dock still attached. It is not an essential step in brewing, however it can improve the quality of your Fresh Beer further.How do I do it?If your preference is clarity...

What is Cold Crashing?This is where you condition your Pinter with the Brewing Dock still attached. It is not an essential step in brewing,&#xA0;however, it can improve the quality of your Fresh Beer further.How do I do it? If your preference is clarity (and your fridge allows), you can condition your Pinter in the standing position with the Brewing Dock attached for the first day or two of conditioning at 34F - 39F. Below this temperature could be harmful to your Pinter! Do not freeze your Pinter. After 24-48 hours, you can then detach the Brewing Dock and continue conditioning as normal in the horizontal position.HopperIf you have a Hopper, add this just before you detach the Brewing Dock after cold crashing. It is far easier to add a Hopper when the Brewing Dock is connected, and any earlier and you will lose more of the hoppy goodness! If you find that the hop flavour can be a bit much for your tastes, we&apos;d recommend extra conditioning as opposed to putting the Hopper in earlier; this way you get more control over your Fresh Beer.&#xFEFF;Why would I Cold Crash? This can help to improve clarity, as the cold temperature encourages more trub (spent yeast and other waste) to drop out of the Pinter and into the Brewing Dock before it is detached. This also reduces the chance of any sediment making its way into your glass towards the end of the brew.Want to get deeper into Cold Crashing? Click this link <a href="https://pinter.co.uk/blogs/news/we-talk-cold-crashing" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a> to get the full low down.

Cold Crashing

All of our Fresh Presses are specially designed to work with the varying levels of water hardness that can vary from State to State. However, to maximise the subtle balance of flavours of our Lagers, try using filtered spring water rather than tap...

All of our Fresh Presses are specially designed to work with the varying levels of water hardness that can vary from State to State. However, to maximise the subtle balance of flavours of our Lagers, try using filtered spring water rather than tap water.For our darker beers such as Stouts and Brown Ales, hard water is best as it is naturally high in calcium bicarbonate.For all brews, please add water to the fill line (where the white part of the inner bottle meets the black part), then add your Fresh Press and yeast.

What type of water should I use with the Fresh Press?

If when you remove your Brewing Dock there is leftover Fresh Press settled there, this means the Fresh Press and water weren't mixed enough for it to become fully incorporated. We have a few tips that should help avoid this in future:- Ensure that...

If you find leftover Fresh Press in your Brewing Dock after removing it, this means the Fresh Press wasn&#x2019;t fully mixed with the water and yeast during setup. Thorough mixing is crucial to ensure proper fermentation and avoid impact on flavor or alcohol content.For your current brew, we recommend continuing as normal, but please be aware that the final result may be lighter in flavour and ABV than we&#x2019;d usually expect.Here&#x2019;s how to avoid this in future brews:<h4 data-start="529" data-end="555" id="1-mix-thoroughly">1. Mix Thoroughly</h4><ul data-start="556" data-end="835"><li data-start="556" data-end="665">Shake your Pinter vigorously for at least 60 seconds. If that&#x2019;s difficult, do 2&#x2013;3 rounds of 30 seconds.</li><li data-start="666" data-end="737">You can never over-shake the Pinter. A good, strong shake is key.</li><li data-start="738" data-end="835">Alternatively, use a sterilised long plastic spoon to stir and fully incorporate the Press.</li><li data-start="738" data-end="835">Once you&apos;ve attached your Brewing Dock and the fermentation process has started, you should never re-shake the Pinter, as pressure will have built up.</li></ul><h4 data-start="837" data-end="868" id="2-temperature-matters">2. Temperature Matters</h4><ul data-start="869" data-end="1280"><li data-start="869" data-end="1110">Use warm water. Cold water makes mixing harder and slows fermentation.<ul data-start="971" data-end="1110"><li data-start="971" data-end="1110">If your tap water is too cold, let the filled Pinter sit for 10&#x2013;15 minutes before starting the brew or add some warm (not boiling) water.</li></ul></li><li data-start="1111" data-end="1280">Fresh Press should be at room temperature before use. If it&apos;s been refrigerated or feels cold, place the sealed pouch in a bowl of warm water for 5&#x2013;15 minutes.</li></ul><h4 data-start="1282" data-end="1313" id="3-brewing-environment">3. Brewing Environment</h4><ul data-start="1314" data-end="1686"><li data-start="1314" data-end="1469">Keep your Pinter at the optimal brewing temperature:<ul data-start="1371" data-end="1469"><li data-start="1371" data-end="1416">64&#x2013;72&#xB0;F for Ales and Ciders</li><li data-start="1419" data-end="1469">Around 60&#xB0;F for Lagers and Pilsners</li></ul></li><li data-start="1470" data-end="1540">During colder months, consider using a warm room or airing cupboard.</li><li data-start="1541" data-end="1686">If your room temperature is lower than ideal, allow the brew to ferment a few days longer than recommended to ensure complete fermentation.</li></ul><hr>Below are some examples of unmixed Fresh Press in the Brewing Dock:<img src="https://cdn.elev.io/file/uploads/T-KAq6Kncjz2FVlLMhPlDiKFgOtO18PfrMmZvV-2NoM/SvVWpsZVDnUopXf8AUlwpTiIagCDytyU5CkLSwdn0xo/84b-VpI_T7UUqZE27ZG5GWbR-HQA.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dii"><img src="https://cdn.elev.io/file/uploads/T-KAq6Kncjz2FVlLMhPlDiKFgOtO18PfrMmZvV-2NoM/GNgkHMvHeEmWweAYMthXWAeCfzv_peNjmZpGN5neGss/SFkXwJX37pvrfc_5t4kBsn1a-7lQ.png" style="width: 635px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii"><blockquote>If you decide to carry on with this brew, then you should note that the flavour may taste a little lighter than intended. As well as this, the ABV will be lower as less sugar will have been fermented, and finally, there may be a bit of frothing as there isn&apos;t enough Fresh Press incorporated with the liquid to allow the Co2 to absorb into the liquid as it normally could.</blockquote>

I've removed my Brewing Dock after Brewing, and there's a lot of Fresh Press in the Dock

Once you have started a brew on the Pinter App, you will then be able to see the instructions on how to make the brew. Swipe up where it says "Purifying" and it will show you the instructions on how to purify your Pinter.Now simply swipe left and...

<h2 data-start="114" data-end="145" id="isPasted">Getting Started with Pinter</h2>If you&#x2019;re new to Pinter and want an overview of how everything works, we recommend watching our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijL3osx0q1Y&amp;list=PLbCjc5GigxLy2j5T0BLlzzAJJlxDss_Ad" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube playlist featuring Pinter U.S. CEO, Paul Benner</a>. The videos walk you through the entire Pinter experience, from unboxing to pouring your first pint.The playlist covers:<ol data-start="427" data-end="574"><li data-start="427" data-end="449">What&#x2019;s in the box</li><li data-start="450" data-end="475">Using the Pinter app</li><li data-start="476" data-end="496">Your first brew</li><li data-start="497" data-end="519">Tapping your beer</li><li data-start="520" data-end="545">Cleaning your Pinter</li><li data-start="546" data-end="574">Choosing your next brew</li></ol>You can also find this content on our <a href="https://pinter.co.uk/pages/getting-started?utm_source=exponea&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=email_uk_campaign_041225_ecom_pinter&amp;discount=FREENOW" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Getting Started</a> page on the website for easy reference.<h2 id="instructions"> Instructions</h2>Pinter instructions can be found in our Pinter app, which you can download <a href="https://try.pinter.com/download-app/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> or via this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbCjc5GigxLwkJuLL9gV1mf7yu7TIJHMY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube playlist.</a> If you are having trouble downloading the app, we have a PDF version of the instructions also attached to this article.&#xA0;<div class="fr-deletable gorgias-file-attachment__wrapper" contenteditable="false"><div>attach_file <a class="gorgias-file-attachment__anchor-name" href="https://attachments.gorgias.help/GyBLV6k1ByV7NbQk/hc/0eMnwxKZVV79bDNo/2026032712-5996a246-b75c-44df-b686-b07ace907494-pinter-instructions.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pinter-Instructions.pdf</a> 829.5KB</div>close</div> <blockquote class="elevio-box-info">Once you have started a brew on the <a href="https://support.pinter.co.uk/en/articles/306-how-do-i-download-the-new-app" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pinter App</a>, you will then be able to see the instructions on how to make the brew.&#xA0;</blockquote><img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.elev.io/file/uploads/T-KAq6Kncjz2FVlLMhPlDiKFgOtO18PfrMmZvV-2NoM/HJzuwBNnExftRlJbBnWaoWnAIqKD-2-aYDrsO1Hb-pk/Screenshot_20231128-132849-1yc.png"><blockquote class="elevio-box-info">Swipe up where it says &quot;Purifying&quot; and it will show you the instructions on how to purify your Pinter.</blockquote><img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.elev.io/file/uploads/T-KAq6Kncjz2FVlLMhPlDiKFgOtO18PfrMmZvV-2NoM/ZqN6oNhrWLaQcQQhfAyXQOG1vupoo5TSP1X69NFR8Us/Screenshot_20231205-160622-sR4.png"><blockquote class="elevio-box-info">Now simply swipe left and follow the step-by-step instructions as necessary.If you wish to move ahead to the next segment in the instructions, keep swiping left, or click on the stages on the top panel.&#xA0;</blockquote><img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.elev.io/file/uploads/T-KAq6Kncjz2FVlLMhPlDiKFgOtO18PfrMmZvV-2NoM/x6suUQwTRoUV5gyWgTG4_fRcot_fwr-BTt6jyBGOiJo/Screenshot_20231205-160622-bwM.png"><blockquote class="elevio-box-info">We also have these instructions in a handy <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbCjc5GigxLwkJuLL9gV1mf7yu7TIJHMY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube playlist&#xA0;</a>if you prefer to watch them on a larger screen.&#xA0;</blockquote><blockquote class="elevio-box-warning">If you find at any point you need any additional assistance, please do get in touch with our Customer Service Team by clicking on the &quot;Support&quot; button at the top right of the App or by clicking the &quot;Need Help?&quot; button on our FAQ page.</blockquote>

How to view the Instructions

Each Fresh Press has its minimum and recommended Brewing and Conditioning times.Both of these timings will get you incredible Fresh Beer and Hard Cider, but we would recommend following the recommended time as this will give you better carbonation...

Each Fresh Press has its minimum&#xA0;and&#xA0;recommended&#xA0;brewing and conditioning times. Both of these timings will produce incredible Fresh Beer and Hard Cider, but we would advise following the recommended time, as this will give you better carbonation along with a slightly more complex flavour profile. We wouldn&#x2019;t advise going more than 24 hours over the recommended brewing times, as this can introduce off flavours into your brew.The brewing times for each Fresh Press can be found in two places:<ul><li style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://try.pinter.com/download-app/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style=" text-decoration: none;">Within our App</a>: Tap &apos;Start Brewing&apos; then select your chosen Fresh Press, and the calendar will advise on both the Recommended and Minimum times.</li><li style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://pinter.com/collections/fresh-beer" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style=" text-decoration: none;">On the website:</a> Click on each Fresh Press within the Fresh Beer section of the Shop for its full information, including minimum and extended Brewing &amp; Conditioning times.</li></ul> If you need to shorten or extend the conditioning time&#xA0;by a few days, that&#x2019;s totally fine - you&#x2019;ll still get a great beer! That said, giving it the full recommended conditioning period will always deliver the best results in terms of flavour and carbonation. However, we never recommend shortening the brewing time, as this part of the process is far less forgiving and cutting it short can negatively affect your brew.

What are recommended brewing times and what are the benefits?

Always keep your Pinter vertical while brewing with the Brewing Dock attached. This upright position is essential for proper fermentation. If your Fresh Press uses a Hopper, add it before removing the Brewing Dock while the Pinter is vertical. This i

<h2 data-start="316" data-end="357" id="isPasted">&#x1F37A; Brewing Position - Vertical</h2><ul data-start="358" data-end="712"><li data-start="358" data-end="540">Always keep your Pinter vertical while brewing with the Brewing Dock attached. This upright position is essential for proper fermentation.</li><li data-start="541" data-end="712">If your Fresh Press uses a Hopper, add it before removing the Brewing Dock while the Pinter is vertical. This is done after the brewing stage is complete&#xA0;and before you start the conditioning stage.</li></ul><hr data-start="714" data-end="717"><h2 data-start="1759" data-end="1812" id="isPasted">&#x2744;&#xFE0F; Conditioning - Horizontal in the Fridge</h2><ul data-start="1813" data-end="2276"><li data-start="1813" data-end="1971">After brewing (and adding Hopper if used), remove the Brewing Dock and place the Pinter horizontal in your fridge.</li><li data-start="1972" data-end="2141">Conditioning lets CO&#x2082; dissolve into your beer and develop flavour. Consistent cold will help avoid flat beer or excessive foam.</li><li data-start="2142" data-end="2276">You can condition longer than recommended, extra time often improves carbonation and taste.</li></ul><hr><h2 data-start="1292" data-end="1334" id="-timing---follow-the-app-guidance">&#x1F551; Timing - Follow the App Guidance</h2><ul data-start="1335" data-end="1752"><li data-start="1335" data-end="1478">Each Fresh Press has minimum and recommended brewing &amp; conditioning times listed in the Pinter app.</li><li data-start="1479" data-end="1575">Recommended times give the best flavour and carbonation.</li><li data-start="1576" data-end="1752">If you must shorten time, you can reduce conditioning a little, but don&#x2019;t shorten brewing times, this part is less forgiving.</li></ul><hr data-start="1754" data-end="1757"><h2 data-start="719" data-end="747" id="isPasted">&#x1F321; Ideal Temperatures</h2>Brewing<ul data-start="760" data-end="1009"><li data-start="760" data-end="867">Aim for approx. 64 - 72&#x202F;&#xB0;F&#xA0;(18 - 22&#x202F;&#xB0;C) as your brewing environment.</li><li data-start="868" data-end="1009">Too cold slows fermentation; too hot can create off flavours. Try to keep this as stable as possible at room temperature.&#xA0;</li></ul>Conditioning<ul data-start="1028" data-end="1285"><li data-start="1028" data-end="1161">Once brewing is complete, your Pinter goes in the fridge horizontally for conditioning.</li><li data-start="1162" data-end="1285">Target around 34 - 38&#x202F;&#xB0;F&#xA0;(1 - 4&#x202F;&#xB0;C), as cold and consistent as your fridge allows.</li></ul><hr data-start="2278" data-end="2281"><h2 data-start="2283" data-end="2303" id="-handy-tips">&#x1F4CC; Handy Tips</h2>&#x2714; Water at room temp helps mixing during setup. &#x2714; If room temp is on the cooler side, extending brewing by few days can help fermentation finish properly. &#x2714; The Pinter should kept be kept horizontal after brewing,&#xA0;this allows even carbonation and prevents leaks.&#xA0;

Brewing and Conditioning - 101

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Brewing Basics