Finings : Substitutes OK?

[yaeyama]

Hello:

I have plenty of bentonite finings on hand, but a given recipe is asking for Claro K.C. finings. Would I run into any problems if I were to substitute with bentonite?

Thanks and best regards...

 

[cpfan]

I believe that bentonite gets rid of protein haze, K-C gets rid of other stuff. In the kit world, specifically Spagnols & Cellar Craft, both bentonite & K-C are used.

Steve

 

[yaeyama]

I believe that bentonite gets rid of protein haze, K-C gets rid of other stuff. In the kit world, specifically Spagnols & Cellar Craft, both bentonite & K-C are used.

Which means I need to order some K-C, then.

 

[cpfan]

I don't know your recipe or your quantity. Isinglass will probably work, if you have some. Also time & a couple of extra rackings will probably work.

Steve

 

[yaeyama]

I don't know your recipe or your quantity. Isinglass will probably work, if you have some. Also time & a couple of extra rackings will probably work.

Isinglass is as difficult to get in my area as KC is. The recipe is for 6 gallons of peach wine, btw. Would I be able to get away with using food-grade gelatin powder from the grocery store?