B-Brite for sanitiztion

[gonzoflick]

My kit came with 8oz of B-Brite which I used to sanitize all my equipment before my first brew. I let everything soak for 30 min as per directed. Is this a good sanitizer?

 

[ajf]

My kit came with 8oz of B-Brite which I used to sanitize all my equipment before my first brew. I let everything soak for 30 min as per directed. Is this a good sanitizer?

No. It is not a sanitizer, but it is a good cleaner.

You will probably be OK on your first brew.
For a sanitizer, you should use Iodophor, Star San or bleach. The first two do not need rinsing, but excess bleach can cause some really evil off flavors in the brew.

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[kornkob]

Excess of any sanitizers or cleaners can cause off flavors. If bleach is used in the proper proportions it is a fine no rinse santizer.

 

[brackbrew]

I've been using iodophor mostly, but recently bought some star san, as I was told it is better at dealing with organic materials left on or in equipment.

Good luck with everything!

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