Hardwood Cabbage Pounder / Tamper
Masontops
Solid maple tamper that makes packing crocks and jars dramatically easier and helps release juices for better brine.
$$$ Budget
Grade 90 Cheesecloth (5 Yards)
by Beyond Gourmet
Tight-weave, food-grade cotton cloth for covering crocks and jars during fermentation. Breathable but keeps bugs and dust out.
Best for: Covering crocks and first-ferment jars
$$$ Budget
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Why we like it
- 5 yards — enough for dozens of batches
- Reusable after washing
- Better than loose-weave for fruit flies
- Also useful for straining kefir and kombucha
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