Bentonite | Fining Agent for Wine | 1 oz of Mead and Cider Clarifier

Improve Clarity and Stability in Your Wine, Cider, and Mead

Bentonite is a natural, fine clay powder commonly used as a clarifying agent in winemaking, mead, and cider production. By adding Bentonite, you can remove unwanted proteins and other particles that cause haze, resulting in a clear and stable beverage. It's an essential tool for any homebrewer or winemaker looking to achieve professional-grade clarity and smoothness in their homemade creations.

How and When to Use Bentonite

Bentonite is most effective when used at the beginning of fermentation, but it can also be added after fermentation as a fining agent. It's typically hydrated by mixing with water before being added to the must or wort to ensure even distribution. As fermentation progresses, Bentonite binds with proteins and other haze-causing compounds, sinking them to the bottom of the fermenter, allowing for easy removal when racking.

Bentonite is suitable for use in a variety of beverages, including white wines, fruit wines, meads, and ciders, where clarity is a key factor in the final product.

Recommended Dosage

• Dissolve 1 teaspoon of Bentonite per gallon of liquid in warm water (about 1 pint) and allow it to hydrate for 24 hours before adding to the fermenter.
• Stir gently to avoid oxygen introduction and let it settle naturally.

Key Features

• Enhances Clarity: Effectively removes haze-causing particles for crystal-clear wine, cider, and mead.
• Improves Stability: Helps prevent protein instability that can lead to cloudiness over time.
• Multi-Use: Suitable for use in wine, cider, mead, and other fermentations.
• Easy to Use: Hydrate and add to the must or wort for optimal results.
• Dosage: Use 1 tsp per gallon, hydrated before adding to your fermenter.
• Size: 1 oz package, ideal for several small batches.

Achieve Crystal Clear Results

Whether you're making a crisp white wine, a sweet mead, or a refreshing cider, Bentonite is a reliable clarifying agent that ensures your beverages are visually appealing and free from haze. Easy to use and effective, it’s a must-have for any homebrewer or winemaker striving for professional-quality results.