Measure alcohol content with precision. This handheld refractometer gives fast, accurate readings from 0–80% ABV, making it an essential tool for brewers, distillers, and experimental chefs.

Key Benefits

• Wide Range: Measures 0–80% ABV with high accuracy

• Precision Brewing: Ideal for spirits, wines, ciders, and experimental cocktails

• Portable & Handheld: Lightweight design, easy to carry anywhere

• Easy to Use: Just place a few drops of liquid on the prism and read instantly

• Durable Build: Stainless steel and glass components for reliability

• No Batteries Needed: Optical instrument — works anytime, anywhere

Product Details

• Type: Handheld alcohol refractometer

• Measurement Range: 0–80% alcohol by volume (ABV)

• Accuracy: ±0.2%

• Prism: Optical glass with protective cover

• Calibration: Manual calibration with distilled water

• Includes: Carrying case, pipette, calibration screwdriver, cleaning cloth, instructions

What It Does

The refractometer measures how light bends through a liquid sample to determine alcohol concentration. Unlike hydrometers, it requires only a few drops of liquid and provides instant, accurate readings — perfect for brewers, distillers, and mixologists.

Popular Uses

• Distilling & Brewing: Spirits, whiskey, rum, brandy, gin, vodka

• Winemaking & Cider: Track fermentation and alcohol levels

• Cocktails & Mixology: Precision ABV testing for craft cocktails

• Food Science: Measuring alcohol levels in culinary extracts and reductions

• Education: Teaching brewing and distilling science

How to Use

1. Place 2–3 drops of liquid on the prism

2. Close the cover and hold up to light

3. Read ABV instantly from the internal scale

4. Rinse and dry prism after each use

5. Recalibrate occasionally with distilled water

Pro Tips

• Works best with distilled or clear samples

• For turbid samples, filter before testing

• Always calibrate before first use

• Store in its case to protect prism and alignment

Why Choose Cape Crystal Tools?

• We curate tools that support precision cooking, brewing, and food science

• Trusted by professional chefs, brewers, distillers, and educators worldwide

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the measurement range?
A: 0–80% alcohol by volume (ABV).

Q: How accurate is it?
A: ±0.2% when properly calibrated.

Q: Do I need batteries?
A: No — it’s a purely optical instrument.

Q: Can it measure beer or wine?
A: Yes — it works with spirits, wines, ciders, and cocktails.

Q: How do I calibrate it?
A: Use distilled water and the included screwdriver to adjust calibration.

Customer Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Fast, accurate, and easy to use — perfect for my distilling setup.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Love that it doesn’t need batteries — small and reliable tool.”

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Brew, distill, and mix with confidence using the Cape Crystal Brands Handheld Alcohol Refractometer (0–80% ABV) — your precision brewing companion.