Tired of expensive SodaStream refills and weak carbonation?

3 years ago by Shayeta to c/seltzer_addicts

Since we started the Soda Pop series, a lot of people have been asking how we carbonate our soda water. Do we use a Soda Stream? (not anymore) Or do we have ...

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zarquon 4 points 3 years ago

I've been doing that style thing for years and it's great. Have to say I disagree with his process a bit though. I don't have the space or time to let it carbonate for a few days.

I use a 1.5gal keg. Dump an inch or two of ice in the bottom and fill to about 1 gallon with water. My co2 regulator is set at 50psi. Connect co2 and shake for about a minute. You'll hear it stop bubbling. Leave connected on counter for 15 minutes. Light shake every time you feel like it for those minutes. Disconnect the co2 and put the keg in the fridge. Usually I leave it for another 30 minutes or so before having some.

No need to leave the co2 connected to serve with that pressure and space. You can be drinking the seltzer after that first minute if you want but it is better with that extra time. No patience for days.

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Shayeta 1 point 3 years ago

I've been looking for a solution that uses a smaller cooling unit, do you maybe happen to know what a setup like that might look?

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zarquon 2 points 3 years ago

3rd try today trying to submit a reply. Apologies if they're there but I'm I'm just not seeing them

Small kegs aren't practically much bigger then regular 1 gallon jugs. It's right in the family kitchen fridge with all the other food. The co2 cylinder is only needed while carbonating and is otherwise stored in a cabinet. No co2 line is needed while using.

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