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A small black digital pocket scale on a kitchen counter with a measuring spoon
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0.01g Digital Pocket Scale

Weigh K-meta, sorbate, and acid additions without guessing.

Russ & Todd approvedBuy once

≈ $15–$18price range

Once you're past the kit-included sachet, you'll need to weigh additions. A 0.01g pocket scale is $15 and lasts forever.

Get one with a tare button and a flat platform big enough for a small dish.

Where to buy

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AmazonPrimary pick$15MoreWine$18

Why we like it

The difference between accurate sulfite and brown wine.

Who it's for

Anyone using bulk K-meta, fresh juice, or making more than a kit a year.

What's in the box

  • 500g x 0.01g resolution
  • Tare function
  • Battery powered
  • Stainless platform

Goes well with

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