Primary fermentation airlock issue

[facn1989]

I'm on the second day of fermentation and it seems it has been pretty aggressive. Some of the juice went up through the airlock and I assume some of the solution (star san) got sucked back down into the wine. It wasn't a whole lot (a tablespoon maybe), but can this be an issue?

 

[CDrew]

In my opinion, you'll never notice it. I think that has happened to all of us, and it's a good reason to use StarSan in the airlock as it's basically harmless.

 

[facn1989]

Thanks CDrew, that's a relief! Didn't know if this might create some off flavors although it's a tiny amount. You prefer to use Starsan over vodka? I've never tried vodka but hear lots of people use it

 

[LouisCKpasteur]

I've had it happen, no issues, not to say never though. I've started putting the lid with the airlock loosely on the fermenter if looks like it's going to be a big bubbler. No danger there - many people don't use airlocks at all during primary.

 

[CDrew]

Thanks CDrew, that's a relief! Didn't know if this might create some off flavors although it's a tiny amount. You prefer to use Starsan over vodka? I've never tried vodka but hear lots of people use it

I've never used Vodka, but have used plenty of StarSan. I would guess the Vodka would evaporate much faster. Maybe an issue, maybe not. Once mine heads into bulk aging I use the silicone breathable bungs.