Spice bag

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A spice bag holds whole spices so flavor can infuse into brines, syrups, and sauces without leaving hard particles in the finished product.

What to look for

Use clean food-safe cheesecloth or a purpose-made reusable bag, and remove it when the recipe directs.

Product options

Regency 100% cotton ultra-fine cheesecloth

Cut a clean piece large enough to contain the whole spices, use enough layers to prevent particles escaping, and secure it with food-safe kitchen twine. Remove the spice bundle when the tested recipe directs; do not alter the specified spices or quantities.

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Safe-use reminder

Equipment does not make an untested recipe safe. Use a current authoritative home-canning process that specifies the food, preparation, jar size, canner type, time or pressure, and altitude adjustment. Follow the equipment manufacturer’s current instructions.

Before you buy

  • Confirm compatibility with your jars, lids, cooktop, and tested process.
  • Check capacity, dimensions, replacement-part availability, and warranty terms.
  • Inspect equipment before use and replace damaged or incompatible parts.

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