PBW Liquid
Product details
PBW Liquid is the no-scrub, ready-to-mix version of the brewer-trusted Powdered Brewery Wash. This liquid cleaner is easy to measure, fast-dissolving, and just as powerful—perfect for cleaning kettles, fermenters, tubing, bottles, and more.
Formulated by Five Star Chemicals, PBW Liquid offers the same brewery-grade cleaning performance in a more convenient format. It mixes instantly in hot or cold water and breaks down krausen, hop residue, and organic soils without damaging your equipment. Safe for use on stainless steel, rubber, plastic, and glass.
Why Choose Liquid PBW?
- Instantly dissolves in cold or warm water—no clumps or pre-stirring needed
- Cuts through caked-on fermentation crud and protein stains
- Easy dosing: 1–2 oz per gallon of water
- Works on carboys, kegs, canning lines, and more
- Safe on all brewing surfaces—metal, rubber, plastic, glass
How to Use:
- Mix 1–2 oz per gallon of water (50–170°F)
- Soak or CIP (Clean In Place) for 15–20 minutes
- Rinse thoroughly using water at the same temperature
- Sanitize before use with a product like Star San
Available in multiple sizes to match your cleaning volume and batch size. Perfect for both homebrewers and pros who want speed and ease without sacrificing performance.
Prefer the classic powdered version or on-the-go tablets? Try PBW Powder or convenient PBW Tablets.
Additional information
| SKU | 43660 - 8 oz. |
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FAQs – PBW Liquid
What’s the difference between PBW Liquid and PBW Powder?
Both offer the same cleaning power, but PBW Liquid dissolves instantly without clumping and makes dosing easier—ideal for fast prep and cold water use.
What equipment can I clean with Liquid PBW?
It's effective on kettles, fermenters, tubing, carboys, bottles, and even commercial keg washers or canning lines.
Can I use Liquid PBW for CIP systems?
Yes. It works great for Clean-In-Place setups—especially when you're short on time and need a quick-dissolving solution.
Is rinsing required after using PBW Liquid?
Yes. Rinse thoroughly with water at the same temperature used to clean. Then follow up with a dedicated sanitizer like Star San.
Is it safe for septic systems?
Absolutely. PBW Liquid is biodegradable and environmentally friendly.
California Proposition 65
⚠ Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm.