Can you use them with fermenting beverages (i.e., sparkling wine, water kefir)?
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I would think not. The VacuVin product pumps out air to slow the oxidizing process. But with sparkling waters and sparkling waters, the bubbles continue to create pressure which would negate the vaccuum effect. What you need is something that holds the air pressure tightly, which would be a "Champagne stopper".
226188
Not really. They keep air out. They will not keep pressure in the container-it will go flat
226189
Haven't used them on such beverages, buy after the bottles are opened, doing there is sufficient pressure to expel these stoppers.
1551714
They should work with any of the machines. I love them. You do have to keep the bottles upright or they will leak (so not good for camping or travel). Also, you can only use them with standard wine, liquor and beer bottles. Some of the larger (cooking oil) bottle necks are too big.
1431627
This kit can be used for pretty much any fermentation you want to try. I've done my own ale recipes, wine coolers, and many kits. Think of this product as a box of kitchens supplies and you can use them create anything you can think up.
1165237
I gave them to my son as a gift. He hasn't commented to me how they work with any drinks, but I don't see why they wouldn't work equally well with sodas or sports drinks.
729507
I don't see why not? Though, if you are storing it for a long while you might want to think about something that is completely air tight. I use these for wine and they keep the bottle fresh for a few days at most.
545821
Absolutely yes. I have used these with a Jura Capresso and a Kreps machine and they work great. Because they are smaller than the recommended tablets that the machine manufacturers push you have to use 2 or 3 tablets but the ingredients are identical and the cost is less than half.
1559324
They work fine for my purpose. Would not recommend anything like these for wine. I use mine for EVOO and hard liquors.
374796
Yes but I wouldn't leave them there for too many hours. I'm not sure it was designed for carbonated beverages so I only put them in when I know I will finish the beverage within a few hours. You have to keep the lid closed, when not drinking, if you want the carbonation to remain.
2178579
I used these bottles to do a second ferment on kombucha. I let several different batches set for extra long times without releasing any pressure and I found they didn't carbonate very well at all. My recycled KT bottles with air tight caps did a much better job with fermenting/carbonating. I wouldn't buy these bottles again and if I did, I would get the clear ones.
353743
Yes, I use it all the time for sparkling water. I found this link very helpful in setting up a home system. http://www.popsci.com/diy/article/2012-06/how-make-your-own-home-carbonation-system. My advice is to get the regulator, cap, and carbonator online rather than from a home brew place. Also, I found that a local landscaping supply warehouse sells the CO2 tank for much less than the home brew stores. Good luck.
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I assume you can, but I did not have a chance to use them as they were delivered damaged beyond repair . I unfortunately realized this long after the time limit to return them. The plastic body is very thin, so I would test them out with a small amount first. Please check the necks of the bottles to ensure they are all intact . All 3 of mine arrived with tears in them. Good luck.
1700232
If the latches are closed, I would say no problem. I use mine as secondary fermenting tanks in wine making. They have a nice seal in the lid.
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No, Geraldine, you cannot. They are specifically designed for use only in Lavazza machines. You can purchase a refillable, reusable cartridge that works with Keurig machines. It can be filled with espresso. Amazon sells them.
1072998
no, they are not. they are, per the below, perfect for drinking out of. i also use them to take yogurt parfaits to work, which works out well too.
1730414
I don't think so. They are nice for drinking. But I probably not for canning and they are not wide mouth.
478394
I think so. I think they were originally produced for coffee makers. I use my to recirculate the water in the hot liquor tank of my home brewing process.
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I don't see why not. I have y2 polish fermenters. Thy thae a lip where u poor water to prevent air getting in, so what u r suggesting should work. I have some gallon glass containers ehich I plan to use as bungs and valves r in place. I use shue goo to seal around the outside to assure a good seal