Ohio Stoneware 3-Gallon Fermentation Crock Set
$111.98
The large-batch traditional crock: a 3-gallon American stoneware vessel for serious sauerkraut and pickle volumes, sold as a set with lid and stones. Built to last decades.
Pros
- 3-gallon capacity handles large sauerkraut and pickle batches
- Heavy, well made stoneware with a food safe glaze
- Set includes the lid and weighting stones
- Traditional design that lasts for decades
Cons
- Uses a lid-and-stone method rather than a water-seal moat
- Expensive, heavy, and frequently out of stock
Score breakdown
What owners say
sentiment 81/100 · 131 owner mentionsBuyers praise performance and appearance. Mixed feedback on water seal and weight. Some flag durability.
Specifications
| Seal Type | Lid and weight stones |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 3 gallon |
| Weights Included | Yes (stones) |
| Accessories | Lid included |
| Material | Glazed stoneware |
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