Still pretty new to homebrewing, but really enjoy learning here. I like knowing exactly what's in the brew and being confident in cleanliness.
So far, I've been ordering the pre-sterilized 10ml vials. Getting ready to order another case and started to think...if I don't really trust the pre-made gear, why would I trust that these no-name vials from Amazon are actually sterile?
Did a little more looking, and I've convinced myself that I may just order 100 vials, stoppers/tops, and a crimping tool and just sterilize a couple dozen at a time in a pressure cooker at home. I know its a little more work but I kind of enjoy homebrewing. Not trying to save a bunch of $ (although it is a little cheaper)...just really trying to control the cleanliness of that part of the process.
Any other homebrewers sterilize and cap their own vials? If so, any advice or tips? Recommendations on cap crimping tool?
So far, I've been ordering the pre-sterilized 10ml vials. Getting ready to order another case and started to think...if I don't really trust the pre-made gear, why would I trust that these no-name vials from Amazon are actually sterile?
Did a little more looking, and I've convinced myself that I may just order 100 vials, stoppers/tops, and a crimping tool and just sterilize a couple dozen at a time in a pressure cooker at home. I know its a little more work but I kind of enjoy homebrewing. Not trying to save a bunch of $ (although it is a little cheaper)...just really trying to control the cleanliness of that part of the process.
Any other homebrewers sterilize and cap their own vials? If so, any advice or tips? Recommendations on cap crimping tool?