Campden Necessary?

[Jeff20578]

I’ve got 5 gallons of store bought Indian summer cider. I’ve used Campden in the past. Is it really necessary to use 24 hours before pitching yeast?

 

[MaxStout]

Is it pasteurized, or contains some preservative, like ascorbic? If so, you probably don't need the Campden.

 

[nxc3441]

Only time i use camden is on fruit from the stores. You do not know what or where it can from and can have contaminants or wild yeast.

 

[MaxStout]

BTW, check the label on your juice. If it contains sorbates or benzoates as preservatives, it will severely stunt any yeast you pitch. However, ascorbic acid won't affect the yeast.