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Start every batch with the right wine fermenter or carboy. Whether you're making your first wine kit, fermenting fresh grapes, producing cider, beer, mead, or fruit wine, our collection includes fermentation vessels for every batch size and experience level.
Browse glass carboys, PET plastic fermenters, fermentation buckets, demijohns, starter kits, wide-mouth fermenters, fermentation heaters, spigots, carboy accessories, pail liners, and replacement parts for reliable home fermentation.
Choose the Right Fermenter
Glass Carboys
Glass carboys are ideal for secondary fermentation and ageing. They are easy to sanitize, resist scratching, and do not absorb odours or flavours.
PET Plastic Carboys
PET fermenters are lightweight, durable, and easier to move than glass while remaining suitable for long fermentation and ageing.
Fermentation Buckets
Primary fermentation buckets provide extra headspace for vigorous fermentation and make adding ingredients, stirring, and cleaning simple.
Demijohns
Large glass demijohns are well suited for bulk ageing, larger production batches, and long-term storage.
Starter Kits
Complete winemaking kits include the essential fermentation equipment needed to begin making wine at home.
Accessories
Complete your setup with spigots, fermentation heaters, carboy caps, handles, carts, pail liners, and other useful accessories.
Glass vs PET Plastic Fermenters
Glass carboys remain popular because they resist scratching and are highly resistant to odour absorption. PET plastic fermenters offer excellent durability while weighing considerably less, making them easier to transport, clean, and handle during racking.
Many home winemakers use a fermentation bucket for primary fermentation and transfer the wine into a glass or PET carboy for secondary fermentation and ageing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size fermenter do I need?
The correct fermenter depends on batch size. One-gallon fermenters work well for small experimental batches, while 5-, 6-, and 23-litre fermenters are commonly used for standard wine kits and larger homemade wine batches.
Should I use a bucket or a carboy?
Most winemakers use a bucket for primary fermentation because it provides extra headspace, then transfer the wine into a carboy for secondary fermentation, clearing, and ageing.
Is glass better than PET?
Both have advantages. Glass resists scratching and staining, while PET is lighter, less fragile, and easier to move. Many home winemakers choose based on convenience rather than fermentation performance.
Can I ferment beer or cider in these fermenters?
Yes. Many fermenters and carboys are suitable for wine, beer, cider, mead, kombucha, and other fermentation projects when paired with the appropriate airlock and accessories.
Do I need a fermentation heater?
A fermentation heater can help maintain a more consistent fermentation temperature when room temperatures are lower than recommended for your yeast.
Related Winemaking Guides
Learn how to choose the right fermenter, manage fermentation, and get the best results from every batch.
Why Shop at V&A Craft?
- Glass, PET, and bucket fermenters for every batch size
- Complete starter kits and fermentation accessories
- Carboys, demijohns, spigots, heaters, and replacement parts
- Equipment for wine, cider, beer, mead, and fruit wine
- Fast shipping across Canada
- Free delivery on qualifying orders over $30
- Local pickup available in the Greater Toronto Area
Whether you're starting your first wine kit or expanding an experienced home winery, V&A Craft offers dependable wine fermenters and carboys in Canada for every stage of fermentation.
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