Beer Bottles – Traditional Bomber – Amber Glass – 22 oz – Case of 12
Classic large-format bottles for sharing more beer while spending less time bottling
These traditional 22 oz amber longneck beer bottles, commonly known as bomber bottles, give homebrewers a classic packaging option with nearly twice the capacity of a standard 12 oz bottle. Their larger size makes them ideal for sharing between two drinkers, sampling with a small group, packaging specialty beers, or simply cutting down on the number of bottles you need to fill and cap.
Made from thick, dark amber glass, these bottles provide better protection from UV and visible light than clear or green glass, helping reduce the risk of lightstruck flavors and aromas. Each case contains 12 bottles with dividers and is compatible with standard 26 mm pry-off and universal-style crown caps.
Taste and Character
- Better light protection: Thick amber glass helps block damaging UV and visible light that can cause beer to become lightstruck.
- Ideal for bottle conditioning: Suitable for naturally carbonated homebrew when used within the bottle’s recommended pressure rating.
- Great for sharing: The 22 oz format is well suited for splitting between two drinkers or pouring samples for a small group.
- Classic craft beer presentation: The traditional bomber profile works especially well for specialty ales, high-gravity beers, and beers intended for gifting or cellaring.
Where It Shines
- Imperial stout, barleywine, Belgian ale, saison, porter, IPA, and other specialty beers
- Homebrew intended for sharing at tastings, club meetings, dinners, or gatherings
- Small-batch and limited-release beers where presentation matters
- Bottle-conditioned beer requiring dependable amber glass packaging
- Brewers looking to reduce the amount of time spent filling and capping bottles
- Cellared beer where protection from light exposure is especially important
Role in the Brewhouse
- Reduce bottling time: At 22 oz per bottle, bombers let you package significantly more beer per fill than standard 12 oz bottles.
- Case capacity: One case holds up to 264 fluid ounces, or approximately 2.06 gallons. Two cases provide 528 fluid ounces of total bottle capacity, or approximately 4.13 gallons.
- Standard crown compatibility: Designed for standard 26 mm pry-off and universal-style crown caps.
- Thick amber glass: Provides greater light protection than green or clear glass and gives the bottle a substantial, traditional feel.
- Reusable: With proper cleaning, inspection, and sanitation, these bottles can be reused for multiple batches.
- Protective case dividers: Each case includes dividers to help keep bottles separated during storage and handling.
Brewer’s Guidance
- Inspect before filling: Examine every bottle for chips, cracks, scratches, or other damage before use. Never fill or carbonate a damaged bottle.
- Clean first, sanitize second: Remove all residue and deposits with an appropriate brewery cleaner, rinse as required, and sanitize immediately before filling.
- Use standard crown caps: These bottles fit standard 26 mm pry-off and universal-style crown caps.
- Color code your batches: Different colored crown caps make it easy to identify beer styles or batches without applying labels to every bottle.
- Use a 3/8-inch bottle filler: The displacement created when a typical 3/8-inch bottle filler is withdrawn helps establish an appropriate amount of headspace.
- Calculate priming sugar by batch volume: Base your priming addition on the actual volume of finished beer rather than the number or size of bottles.
- Watch carbonation levels: These bottles are rated for carbonation levels up to 3 volumes of CO2. Do not exceed the rated pressure.
- Condition consistently: Store naturally carbonated beer upright at an appropriate, stable conditioning temperature until carbonation is complete.
- Store away from light: Amber glass provides strong light protection, but beer should still be stored in a cool, dark location whenever possible.
Product Attributes
- Type: Beer bottles
- Style: Traditional longneck bomber
- Glass color: Amber
- Capacity: 22 fl oz
- Case count: 12 bottles
- Case packaging: Includes bottle dividers
- Total case capacity: 264 fl oz – approximately 2.06 gallons
- Two-case capacity: 528 fl oz – approximately 4.13 gallons
- Cap compatibility: Standard 26 mm pry-off and universal-style crown caps
- Height: Approximately 11 inches
- Outside diameter: Approximately 2.9 inches
- Pressure rating: Up to 3 volumes of carbonation
- Pallet quantity: 60 cases
- Use: Bottling, bottle conditioning, sharing, gifting, and cellaring homebrew
Good Fit If You Are Brewing
Choose these 22 oz amber bomber bottles when you want to spend less time filling and capping while still packaging your beer in a traditional, reusable glass bottle. The larger format is ideal for sharing, specialty releases, and bottle-conditioned beers, while the thick amber glass provides excellent protection against light exposure. Use different colored crown caps to quickly identify batches without the extra work of labeling every bottle.
