Hi very quick question.
I have some VWP steriliser and some ChemSan (StarSan).
When cleaning my equipment can I only use the ChemSan? Or do I need to first use the steriliser?
What's the point of sterilising (VWP) when sanitising (ChemSan) is easier?
Thanks
I think you have enough answers already, but to answee your Original Queastion of:
"What's the point of sterilising (VWP) when sanitising (ChemSan) is easier?"
The point is the two step process is our best and oberall easieat method to ensure we have done as much as reasonably possible to make and brew beer without infections (that lead to off flavors or other bad side effects).
Cleaners clean only.
Sanitizets sanitize only.
You cannot sanitize what is not first cleaned.
(Paraphrased from the great Palmer).
My 0.02:
I use hot tap water to help dissolve the pbw i use. (Pbw is a pain to get dissolved).
I srub when i can, let it soak for a bit, then rinse well. The beauty is i can put my gear away until i brew again. Then i just sanitize and done.
There are several different commercial options and several homemade versions you can use.
Search ANY online brew supply store's secrion for "cleaners & sanitizers" you will see them.
Search this forum for "homemade pbw" and you can visit howtobrew.com for a homemade bleach sanitizer recipie.
Welcome to the hobby. Obsession.