k-meta

[buffaloricky]

So it k-meta the same as one-step sanitizier???

If not what is k-meta?

 

[Runningwolf]

No it is not. One step is a cleaner and sanitizer. K-meta is Potassium Metabisulfite which can be used for just sanitizing. It is also used in the wine to prevent oxidation.

Potassium Metabisulfite -

Potassium metabisulfite is added to wine to inhibit bacteria and yeast growth, as well as slow down oxidation. It may leave an unpleasant aftertaste in wine if the dose is too high.

 

[buffaloricky]

So what is the ratio to mix for sanitizing? How much Potassium Metabisulfite to water?

 

[Runningwolf]

For sanitizing I use 3 tbs per gallon. If you are using it right now to rinse equipment with you could add some citric acid to it (same ratio) which will work very well for contact sanitizing.

 

[Tom]

For sanitizing I use 3 tbs per gallon. If you are using it right now to rinse equipment with you could add some citric acid to it (same ratio) which will work very well for contact sanitizing.

BUTT, you can save and reuse the meta. Put some in a spray bottle for quick sanitizing.

 

[K5MOW]

I was told I could use Starsan for the sanatizer and this is what I used on my first wine. Will my first wine be ok with using starsan?


Thanks Roger

 

[woodsxdragon]

as far as i know you should be ok with star san. some of the local people i know that raise cows also use it for wine making since they have it in bulk... but just as a backup in case the farmers were wrong:
http://www.winepress.us/forums/index.php?/topic/45689-star-san-use/