Bentonite (Wine Clearing)

Purewellness Bentonite (Wine Clearing) is a premium, food-grade clay powder specifically designed to clarify wines, juices, and other beverages. Derived from natural volcanic ash, bentonite is highly valued for its exceptional ability to bind and remove unwanted particles, resulting in crystal-clear, stabilized liquids. Moreover, its ultra-fine texture and powerful adsorption capacity make it an essential tool for winemakers, brewers, and beverage enthusiasts seeking a cleaner, more polished finish.

Unlike chemical clarifiers, Bentonite works through a natural, physical process. As it hydrates, the clay particles swell and attract proteins, tannins, haze-forming compounds, and other impurities. Consequently, these unwanted particles settle at the bottom, leaving the beverage clearer, smoother, and visually appealing. Because it is completely natural, neutral in taste, and highly effective, bentonite remains one of the most trusted clarifying agents in the beverage industry.

With no additives, preservatives, or artificial ingredients, Purewellness Bentonite offers a pure, reliable, and efficient solution for improving clarity and stability in homemade or professional winemaking.

Health & Functional Benefits of Bentonite (Wine Clearing)

• Enhances Clarity & Appearance: Bentonite binds to suspended particles, helping beverages achieve superior visual clarity and a clean, polished finish.
• Improves Stability: By removing excess proteins and tannins, bentonite reduces haze formation, ensuring long-term stability and preventing cloudiness.
• Neutral & Non-Toxic: As a naturally occurring clay, bentonite is food-safe, odorless, and tasteless, ensuring it does not affect the flavor profile of the wine.
• Efficient Impurity Removal: Its high adsorption capacity helps eliminate impurities, sediments, and haze-forming compounds for a smoother final product.
• Ideal for Winemaking & Brewing: Because it is easy to use and highly effective, bentonite is widely used in red wine, white wine, cider, mead, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Natural Processing Aid: Free from chemicals, bentonite offers a clean, natural method for improving the overall quality of beverages.

Functional Highlights

• Superior Clarity – Removes haze-forming proteins and particles.
• Neutral Taste & Aroma – Does not alter the flavor of the beverage.
• High Swelling Capacity – Activates efficiently when hydrated.
• Food-Grade Quality – Safe for use in home and commercial winemaking.
• Easy to Use – Simple mixing and settling process.
• Clean & Pure – Free from additives, fillers, or chemical agents.

10 Creative Ways to Use Bentonite (Wine Clearing)

• Wine Clarification – Add to red or white wine to achieve brilliant clarity.
• Cider Refining – Improve visual appeal and stability in homemade cider.
• Mead Clarifying – Remove proteins and haze from honey-based fermentations.
• Juice Purification – Clarify fresh fruit juices for a smooth appearance.
• Winemaking Stabilization – Strengthen long-term clarity during storage.
• Fermentation Aid – Use to settle unwanted particles during early stages.
• Non-Alcoholic Beverage Polishing – Enhance clarity in teas or herbal drinks.
• Protein Removal in Brews – Reduce haze in light beers and craft brews.
• Pre-Bottling Finishing – Use before bottling for a refined, professional finish.
• Testing for Protein Haze – Add in small batches to identify tannin or protein imbalances.

Nutritional Table

(Bentonite is a non-nutritive natural clay; nutritional values are negligible.)

(Values are approximate and represent typical clay composition.)

INGREDIENTS:

100% Food-Grade Bentonite Clay (sodium bentonite).

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

Serving Size: 1–2 teaspoons (varies with beverage volume)

How to Use:

• Hydrate bentonite in warm water until fully swollen.
• Stir into wine or beverage thoroughly.
• Allow to settle naturally over several hours to several days.

Recommended Application:

• 1–2 g per liter, depending on desired clarity.

Best Practice:
For optimal results, always allow bentonite to fully hydrate before mixing into your beverage.

ALLERGEN STATEMENT

Manufactured in a facility that also processes products containing milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, and soybeans.

STORAGE

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Reseal tightly after use.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

Blended and packed in Australia using imported ingredients.

WARNINGS & SAFETY

• Not for internal consumption.
• Use only as directed for beverage clarification.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Always read the label and follow directions for use.