Andrew-

I use Iodophor and NaMS / KMS. For unknown equipment I soak it in
iodophor solution (2 caps / 5 gallons = 12.5 ppm). That's a
sterilizer- 60 seconds of contact kills.

It's a no-rinse sanitizer so you *could* leave it in contact- I have
waffled back and forth yet for wine (for beer it doesn't matter).
Maybe this year I'll try a few bottles each way and rack them for a
year and see if I can taste/smell a difference. Either way, drain it
well or rinse it well.

Sometimes if I'm feeling particularly difficult I'll even rinse the
bottles with NaMS/Citric, then rinse again.

No problems so far.

Jason


Andrew wrote:
> Hello. I'm hoping that someone could help me with my santizing
> procedure. Currently I make a few wines from kits and other small
> batches from fruit and honey.
>
> Up until now I've only ever washed my equipment and bottles with Sparkle
> Bright, rinsing with tap water and have not had any problems. Is there a
> better method?
>
> Thanks,
> Andrew