OXYNATER^™

Why use the Oxynater^™?

Adding oxygen with the Oxynater^™, you will kick-start your fermentation. Two short bursts from the Oxynater^™ will increase the efficiency of your yeast, giving them the strength to finish the job. The Oxynater^™ helps prevent a sluggish start, creating strong healthy yeast that are ready to ferment the wort cleanly and quickly. Using the Oxynater^™ will result in a cleaner, crisper and drier beer. Click here to learn more about Oxygention. Click here to compare our product with others.

How do I use the Oxynater^™?

Before using, boil the diffusion stone for 15 minutes to sanitize. Connect one end of the plastic hose to the stone and the other end to the regulator attached to the tank. Just prior to pitching your yeast, lower the stone into the cooled wort and open the valve for approximately 15 seconds then shut it off. After the foam settles, repeat the procedure. Remove the Oxynater^™ and pitch your yeast as usual. That's all there is to it.

See how easy it is to introduce oxygen to your wort by using the Oxynater^™?

By using the Oxynater^™ your fermentation will finish faster and end with a lower final specific gravity because the yeast will have the energy needed to ferment all of the available sugars. Oxygen is life to your yeast!

Oxygen in the brewing process?

In the fermentation vessel, oxygen energizes the yeast to quickly and efficiently consume the wort sugars, preventing a slow and sluggish fermentation. Most home brewers oxygenate their wort by shaking and letting the air (only 21% oxygen) in the head space absorb into solution. The oxygen deprived yeast may start fine but may fail to develop the energy needed to complete a healthy ferment. The most notable result is a sweet and heavy taste to the beer due to slow, sluggish fermentation and a high finishing gravity. Instead of the 1.008 to 1.012 final gravity possible with the Oxynater (typical of lighter beers), a final gravity greater than 1.015 is not uncommon with air only.

How do I order one?

The Oxynater^™ can be purchased at your local Home Brew store. Click here to look for one in your area.

CARBONATER^™

What is the Carbonater^™ valve coupling?

The Carbonater^™ is a patented screw-on cap with an integrated "Pepsi-Style" ball lock fitting. Designed to fit most one and two liter soda or P.E.T bottles, the Carbonater^™ provides a highly effective method to add and maintain carbonation in beverages for extended periods of time. Made of a special high strength plastic known only to Liquid Bread^®, the Carbonater^™ can provide years of trouble free service.

What can you do with the Carbonater^™ valve coupling?

The Carbonater^™ provides an easy way of carbonating or preserving a carbonated beverage. All you need is a CO₂ system, the Carbonater^™ and an empty 2-liter plastic soda bottle (P.E.T. bottle).

Where can I get the Carbonater^™?

The Carbonater^™ can be purchased at your local Home Brew store. Click here to look for one in your area. We do not retail the Carbonater ^™. Wholesale and dealer inquiries are encouraged.

Why should you use the Carbonater^™ valve coupling?

The Carbonater^™ can be used either to maintain carbonation in already carbonated beverages or to force-carbonate still beverages. This means when a 2-liter bottle of soda goes flat, you can put the fizz back into it. You can make your own flavored water for less or carbonate fruit juices or powdered drinks!

Why should the home brewer use the Carbonater^™ valve coupling?

For the home brewer, the Carbonater^™ can be especially valuable. The use of two liter P.E.T. bottles can be a highly effective bottling method that can save time and add convenience. Want to keg but don't have the refrigerator space? Use the Carbonater^™! Want to force carbonate that new beer for the tasting tonight? Use the Carbonater^™! Want to take a sample of your finest brew to the tasting without taking a whole keg? Use the Carbonater^™. Tired of dragging a 5-gallon soda keg and everything else you need to a party or picnic, then home again? Use the Carbonater^™! All you need to tote are a couple of 2-liter bottles. After you're finished, the Carbonater^™ fits in your pocket.

How does the Carbonater^™ valve coupling work?

The Carbonater^™ fits on a standard 2 liter plastic soda bottle in place of the original cap. It uses a standard beverage fitting (the kind found on Pepsi style soda kegs). This allows for the purging of air, after gently filling from your tap, then injecting up to 30 psi (max), giving you a 100% CO₂ head-space. This method gives you a shelf life similar to the beer remaining in your keg. To simply maintain carbonation in an already carbonated product, set your pressure at between 5 and 10 psi. To carbonate an uncarbonated beverage, set for 30 psi. For more information, please see our Carbonater^™ instructions.

I lost the directions that came with my Carbonater ^™. How do I get a replacement copy?

Click here to download an online copy of the directions and warnings printed on the back of the retail packaging. You can print this out and keep it handy.

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CARBOY DRYER

How do I use the Carboy Dryer^™?

Simply clean and sanitize the Carboy Dryer^™ as you would a plastic fermenter.

Can I put the Carboy Dryer^™ in the dishwasher?

Yes. The Carboy Dryer^™ is considered top shelf dishwasher safe.

What do I do if I have a handle on my carboy?

There's two things you can do. Either cut the Carboy Dryer^™ between 6 holes to fit your handle (inside only) or (our suggestion) do not use the handles. Carboys are not very strong at the neck and tend to break at the worst possible moment.

CARBOY DOLLY

Ok, it's a Carboy Dolly^™, what do I need to know?

Clean it with a damp cloth and dry it to keep it looking great and don't emerse it in water. Also, we suggest that you never go faster than 50 mph. We discourage racing also, as it voids your warrenty.