Campden Tablets - 100 Pack
Sanitize and Preserve Your Homebrews with Campden Tablets
Keep your homebrew wines and ciders fresh and free from unwanted bacteria with Campden Tablets.
Essential for homebrewers, these small, white, effervescent tablets are primarily used for sanitizing and preserving beverages like wine and cider.
Each tablet is made from sodium metabisulphite, a potent compound that releases sulfur dioxide when dissolved.
This action helps eliminate harmful bacteria and prevents oxidation, ensuring the quality and safety of your final product.
What Are Campden Tablets Used For?
Campden tablets are crucial in winemaking and cider-making processes, used to sanitize fruit musts before fermentation and to preserve beverages by preventing bacterial growth and oxidation.
When to Add Campden Tablets?
- Sanitize Fruit Must: Crush and dose one tablet per 4.5 litres (1 gallon), mix thoroughly, and let it stand for at least 24 hours before pitching yeast.
- Preserve Wines/Ciders: Crush and dose 1-2 tablets per 4.5 litres (1 gallon) during bottling and mix thoroughly.
For best results in preservation, use in combination with potassium sorbate.
Are Campden Tablets Safe?
Yes, Campden tablets are safe for use in homebrewing when used as directed.
They are a standard product in winemaking and brewing, ensuring that your beverages remain free from harmful bacteria and retain their intended flavour profile.
What Can I Use Instead of Campden Tablets?
If you don't have Campden tablets on hand, you can use potassium metabisulphite powder as an alternative.
The dosage will vary, so be sure to follow specific instructions for your recipe.
Potassium sorbate is also commonly used alongside Campden tablets to stabilize and preserve wines and ciders.
