Pectic Enzyme liquid to granular conversion

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I have a recipe that calls for 1 tsp of pectic enzyme. I did not realize it came in granular form and I have a liquid form. Its a fairly small bottle.

Is there a conversion factor involved? I read one other post that says they are the same but the liquid is less concentrated....how much should I use of the liquid form?
 
I have a recipe that calls for 1 tsp of pectic enzyme. I did not realize it came in granular form and I have a liquid form. Its a fairly small bottle.

Is there a conversion factor involved? I read one other post that says they are the same but the liquid is less concentrated....how much should I use of the liquid form?

Depends on the recipe. If the recipe calls for 1 tsp powder for a 5 gallon batch then use the recommended amount for the same that is printed on the bottle. And usually an overdose of pectic enzymes does no harm.
 
the recipe calls for 1 tsp for a 1 gallon batch. The bottle says to use 1/4tsp per 5 gals.
 
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I've found that about 22-25 drops is equal to a 1/4 tsp if that helps at all. To be on the safe side round it up to 25 drops and then use 5 drops for a gallon.
 
OK...sounds good.

So in the future should I always go with the bottle directions over the recipe directions? I thought the recipe numbers would be specific for that wine. I will put in 5 drops, but I am concerned that it is far too little considering the recipe called for 1 tsp of granular form.
 
I have used both forms - i use 1/8 tsp for the liquid and 3/4 tsp for the powder per gallon.
 
The liquid enzymes, 3 to 4 drops per gallon. I add 21 to split the difference. Each bottle needs to be kept refrigerated and will take care of about 25 6 gallon buckets.
 

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