Priming Sugar for Beer Bottle Carbonation | 4 oz
Priming Sugar | Powdered Dextrose for Brewing & Bottle Conditioning
Achieve perfect carbonation in your homebrew with Priming Sugar—high-quality, powdered dextrose designed to fully ferment out, leaving no residual sweetness. Ideal for bottle conditioning and adding balanced, natural carbonation, this priming sugar is easy to measure and use for consistent results in every bottle. Adding the right amount of dextrose before bottling ensures your brew develops the ideal carbonation level without affecting the flavor profile.
Each 4 oz bag provides just the right amount of priming sugar for a typical 5-gallon batch, making it a convenient choice for homebrewers aiming for optimal carbonation.
Versatile Uses in Brewing Priming sugar is essential for bottle-conditioned beers, but it also serves other purposes in brewing. From creating effervescent ales and lagers to adding carbonation to ciders and sparkling wines, dextrose is a go-to choice for many brewers. Its clean fermentation characteristics make it perfect for a wide range of styles.
Key Benefits of Priming Sugar
- Fully Fermentable: Dextrose ferments completely, resulting in a clean finish with no residual sweetness.
- Perfect for Bottle Conditioning: Add carbonation and achieve the right fizz in bottled beer, cider, or other fermented beverages.
- Easy to Measure and Dissolve: Powdered form for simple measuring and quick dissolving, ensuring consistency and control over carbonation levels.
- Convenient 4 oz Bag: Sufficient for a standard 5-gallon batch, allowing for precise carbonation without waste.
How to Calculate the Correct Amount of Priming Sugar
To ensure the ideal carbonation, we recommend using Brewer's Friend's online priming calculator. This tool helps calculate the exact amount of priming sugar based on the desired CO₂ volumes for your finished bottled beer, resulting in a perfectly carbonated brew every time.
Whether you’re brewing IPAs, stouts, or light lagers, this priming sugar ensures a professional touch and a flawless finish in every batch.