Sterilising Bottles

If you’re making homemade drinks, sauces, or preserves, properly sterilising your bottles is a must! Let’s make sure those bottles are sparkling clean and perfectly sterilised. If this is your first time, don’t worry—it’s a simple process that ensures your creations stay fresh and safe for longer. With just a few quick steps, you’ll be prepped and ready to store your homemade goodness like a true kitchen queen. Let’s dive in and get those bottles ready!

Ingredients:

Uncracked unchipped bottles (straight sides, wide necks)

New metal caps

Water (for boiling)

Instructions:

Choose bottles free of cracks and chips, with straight sides and wide necks for easy filling.

Use only new metal caps to ensure a proper seal.

Place clean caps in boiling water for 2-3 minutes to sterilise them.

Clean bottles thoroughly with warm, soapy water, then rinse well.

Place washed bottles in a cold oven, set the temperature to 100°C, and heat for 10-15 minutes.

Allow bottles to cool slightly before filling with your homemade creations!