Bottling without a corker

[agdodge4x4]

What is the method for corking without a corker? I would like to bottle some of my wine, but I can't spend money on a corker yet. Is there any other way that is suitable and cost effective to close up a wine bottle for a year or so?

 

[Minnesotamaker]

You can always start with this style, it's fairly inexpensive and can get the job done.
plastic plunger corker
OR
Corker-Ferrari

 

[Tom]

Or, if you will be drinking it fast use Tastres Corks or some of the tapered ones. I only suggest this if you will drink it fast.

 

[agdodge4x4]

'Fast' meaning what? 6 months? A year?

 

[BIGJEFF]

Here's the 1st thing that comes to mind....

 

[Tom]

'Fast' meaning what? 6 months? A year?

I would say under a year as they are not designed for long term. They are very short compared to reg ones. Get a hand corker. You cant jury rig winemaking. If you cant afford one then wait till you do.

 

[Koom]

Here's the 1st thing that comes to mind....

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Damn Big Jeff, I was in a really bad mood til I saw your post. You just made my day... Lol

 

[mmadmikes1]

go collect as many screw top wine bottles as you can and clean them up.(can't believe I just said that) I can make no promises to how long this is good for but you said CHEAP

 

[BIGJEFF]

one of my friend recycles pop bottles, you can buy new caps for .05-.10$ ea...I tried it but it's not for me...but it's cheap!

 

[Julie]

I don't believe wine making is all that expensivie, the items that are a must aren't that expensive and a corker is one of them. You can pick up a hand corker for around $30.

 

[xanxer82]

get a starter kit for george when they go on sale for xmas.
Or a double levered hand corker for about $20

 

[Dugger]

Many wine/beer supply stores will rent or lend out corkers, so you might try a local one if it's handy. This can get you started.

 

[JohnT]

You could go with a T-Top cork. Search under the name ZORK. All you need is a hammer.

 

[grapeman]

I think the cheapest way to go would be to do a Google search for "Portuguese Floor Corker". I found one for $50 doing that.Before you say that isn't cheap- it is. It is the least expensive way to go long term. Spend $20 now and replace later for a total cost of $70 or more. Buy now and be satisfied for life.

 

[Lurker]

I think the cheapest way to go would be to do a Google search for "Portuguese Floor Corker". I found one for $50 doing that.Before you say that isn't cheap- it is. It is the least expensive way to go long term. Spend $20 now and replace later for a total cost of $70 or more. Buy now and be satisfied for life.

I like the taster cork idea. You can even reuse them.

 

[Wade E]

I agree with Grapeman!!!!!!! Do it once and do it right!!!!!!!

 

[Runningwolf]

When I bought my first starter kit I asked the man which things will I upgrade later. The first thing he said was the corker and I talked him into giving me the Port corker minus the price of the hand corker that came with the kit. Best thing I did.

 

[ellijaywinemaker]

well I have used mason jars in the past the only problem I see with them is that they are clear and light will degrade your wine. But when you fill them put you lid on them and stande them upside down for a day and the lids will seal. Someone else on here probable flogg me for this advice.

 

[bigwheel]

i use the same ....go get mason jars and pickle jars big ones ,,,the things work good ....

 

[bigwheel]

they might not know what a floggin is