What Are Pickle Pipes?

Pickle Pipes are silicone lids designed to fit onto mason jars, allowing gases produced during fermentation to escape while preventing oxygen from entering. This creates an ideal environment for fermenting vegetables like sauerkraut, pickles, and kimchi without the need for daily "burping" of jars.

Compatibility

Pickle Pipes are available in two sizes:

• Regular Mouth (Small): Fits mason jars with a 2.75-inch (7 cm) diameter opening.
• Wide Mouth (Large): Fits mason jars with a 3.38-inch (8.6 cm) diameter opening.

Ensure you select the correct size for your jars to achieve a proper seal.

Features

• One-Way Valve: Automatically releases fermentation gases while blocking oxygen.
• Low Profile: Compact design makes storage easy, even in tight spaces.
• Food-Safe Silicone: Made from BPA-free and phthalate-free materials.
• Dishwasher Safe: Easy to clean and reuse.

Usage Tips

• Activation: Before first use, pinch the valve to ensure it's open.
• Storage: Store lids flat to prevent warping.
• Weights: For best results, use with fermentation weights to keep vegetables submerged.

Considerations

• Overflow: During active fermentation, some brine may escape. Place jars on a tray to catch any spills.
• Odor Absorption: Silicone can absorb strong odors over time. Regular cleaning can help mitigate this.

Customer Feedback

Users appreciate the simplicity and effectiveness of Pickle Pipes. They find them especially helpful for small-batch fermenting and note that the low-maintenance design makes the fermentation process more accessible.

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Note: Always ensure you're using the correct size lid for your mason jars to maintain an airtight seal during fermentation.