Bottling hot sauces
Does anyone make bottles that can be sealed by canning method? I'll be making sauce in a few weeks and I'm looking for long term storage ideas without freezing or refrigeration. If everything else fails I'll just process in canning jars.
Best Answer
I use the typical high acid method for canning.
Canning jars; new tops and then boiling water bath for 10-15 mins; never had an issue. Although my hot sauce has never last over a year without being used. :)
Originally tried using bottles as other mentioned; was too painful to fill in kitchen for my small batches I do (5 gallons at a time).
If you are looking to sell higher volume, getting a co packer may be the easiest bet.
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How do you preserve hot sauce in a bottle?
Vinegar and sugar make good preservatives. Provided you use sterilised containers - place them in boiling water for twenty minutes, add the sauce, seal, then boil again for ten minutes - you should be fine. Store the bottles/jars in a cool place out of direct sunlight.Should you heat hot sauce before bottling?
You can include fresh ingredients (herbs, vegetables, fruit) but blend them into your sauce without cooking them first. It is critical that you pasteurize the sauce by boiling before bottling if you want your sauce to last for a length of time.What to put in hot sauce to preserve it?
pH for Shelf Stable Hot Sauce Ideally, a pH measurement of 3.4 creates a sufficiently acidic environment to prevent bacteria from growing. To achieve this balance, use citrus fruits like lemons or limes, or a high-quality vinegar.How do you preserve hot sauce naturally?
Keep it in the fridge Sauces that are vinegar, salt, and garlic heavy don't necessarily need refrigeration as these ingredients are natural food preservers. While sugary, fruity, or especially egg-based sauces (think Sriracha mayo) are more susceptible to spoilage and should be refrigerated after being opened.Processing and Bottling Hot Sauce
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