Bottle Sealing Wax Process
- Dip bottle top into melted wax.
- One pound seals 25-30 bottles.
- Heat wax to 275°F – 300°F.
- Larger container needs more wax to dip bottles.
- Wax creates secure seal for various beverages and syrups.
- Shellac wax hardens well to seal bottles without greasy residue.
- Use ribbon tear strip under wax to cut through wax and open bottle easily.
- Resealable caps work with bottle sealing wax.
Wax for Bottle Sealing
- Originally made beeswax and resin.
- Later added mineral pigments for color.
- Over 100 pounds, custom colored waxes match brand colors.
Wax Types for Different Bottles
- Bottle sealing wax is suitable for various beverages and syrups.
- Supple wax seals bottles efficiently and can take sharp impressions that last.
- Wax offers a strong and flexible coating.
- To make colored glue, mix melted crayons into hot glue.
It’s important to consider the type of wax used to seal wine bottles.