CO2

[fuzzy]

Would somebody please give me the formula for DIY CO2 mix ! I had it once, moved and cant find it. Appreciate the help ! Thanks in advance !!!

 

[wonword]

i think its one teaspoon of yeast to 2 cups of sugar water. i just used a packet of yeast which was probably way to much but ohwell.

 

[evercl92]

2 cups sugar
1/4 tsp yeast
1/2 tbsp baking soda
2L bottle

 

[fuzzy]

Thanks 4 the quick reply !!

 

[wonword]

2 cups sugar
1/4 tsp yeast
1/2 tbsp baking soda
2L bottle

just curious to what the baking soda does? i dont add it? im guessing to help neutralize pH, but how? does it actually neatralize the CO2 gas?

 

[evercl92]

it helps prevent alcohol from accumulating, and killing the yeast off too quickly.

 

[wonword]

awesome, ill have to save that recipe, how long does this recipe usually last before you have to mix up a new batch, and do you use regular bakers yeast or champagne yeast?

 

[duke33]

Thanks!

 

[evercl92]

I just use champagne yeast. The mixture lasts 2-3 wks. I run 2 into a single output, so that I can alternate one each week, each mixture lasting 2wks. I prepare a 3rd bottle the night before I want to switch one out, so that there will be less down time in production.