Seeking some advice as a newer AHA member. I have been doing nothing but partial mash for the past year or so, have recently took an All-Grain class and am interested in getting into All-Grain fully, to save some cash and control my brews a bit more. I generally do a range of higher 5-8% beers in 5 gallon batches. What type of cooler should I get that will allow me to do my regular brews and a few bigger bears like a DIPA, Imperial Stout? Given the limits of the 5 gallon coolers, would a 7 gallon be the best option? Should I just buy online and do the work myself or buy a regular setup? Space and price limitations (I live in NYC, but may be in DC soon) are a part of my calculus.
Thanks!