
Star San Spray Bottle
A dedicated spray bottle of pre-mixed sanitizer. Always within arm's reach.
Russ & Todd approvedBeginner top pickBuy once
≈ $4–$5price range
Mix Star San at 1 oz per 5 gallons in a spray bottle and keep it on the bench. Spray any tool, fitting, or stopper that's about to touch wine.
Lasts a month at proper pH. Label it so nobody mistakes it for window cleaner.
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The single biggest contamination-prevention upgrade for $4.
Every winemaker, every batch.
- 32 oz capacity
- Adjustable spray nozzle
- Acid-resistant plastic
- Label included
Goes well with
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