Bentonite Clarifier | Fining Agent for Wine & Mead

Improve Clarity and Stability in Your Wine, Cider, and Mead Bentonite is a natural, fine clay powder commonly used as a clarifying agent in winemaking, mead, and cider production. By adding Bentonite, you can remove unwanted proteins and other particles that cause haze, resulting in a clear and stable beverage. It's an essential tool for any homebrewer or winemaker looking to achieve professional-grade clarity and smoothness in their homemade creations. How and When to Use Bentonite Bentonite is most effective when used at the beginning of fermentation, but it can also be added after fermentation as a fining agent. It's typically hydrated by mixing with water before being added to the must or wort to ensure even distribution. As fermentation progresses, Bentonite binds with proteins and other haze-causing compounds, sinking them to the bottom of the fermenter, allowing for easy removal when racking. Bentonite is suitable for use in a variety of beverages, including white wines, fruit w