Author Topic: Sodastream (Read 42177 times)

LeeW · « **Reply #120 on:** December 15, 2013, 04:43:07 PM »

Quote from: Zevwolf on July 24, 2013, 05:55:03 PM

Does anyone in nyc use sink water with sodastream?

Yes, but with a Britta first.

jaywhy · « **Reply #121 on:** December 15, 2013, 05:56:55 PM »

A 10lb co2 tank with a bottle cap adapter is far more economical, IMHO.
Lasts for a really long time and can refill for pennies.

For those worried about carbonation in their seltzer.
There are 3 main factors in carbonation.

1. Temperature of the liquid being carbonated.
2. Amount of headspace (empty space between liquid and the cap) in the bottle.
3. Amount of nucleation points in the container. Nucleation points are points of roughness on the container.
Flavorings etc have no effect on carbonation.

So to properly carbonate your beverage, get it really cold before you carbonate and keep it cold.
Minimize the amount of headspace in the container and use a really smooth container to minimize nucleation points.
Carbonating while cold is by far the most important factor.

menachem_m · « **Reply #122 on:** January 31, 2014, 04:00:06 PM »

Any models just to make a 355ml can?

If I but the model on DDMS, and just want to drink one can a day will the bubbles last in the bottle till the next day?

Dan · « **Reply #123 on:** January 31, 2014, 04:04:11 PM »

Quote from: menachem_m on January 31, 2014, 04:00:06 PM

If I but the model on DDMS, and just want to drink one can a day will the bubbles last in the bottle till the next day?

Of course.

smurf · « **Reply #124 on:** February 01, 2014, 08:44:15 PM »

Quote from: menachem_m on January 31, 2014, 04:00:06 PM

Any models just to make a 355ml can?

If I but the model on DDMS, and just want to drink one can a day will the bubbles last in the bottle till the next day?

they do sell smaller bottles, .5 liter I believe

menachem_m · « **Reply #125 on:** March 17, 2014, 10:50:02 PM »

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=360880483206

Ebay Daily deal $50.

@Yehuda · « **Reply #126 on:** March 19, 2014, 03:37:42 PM »

Quote from: menachem_m on March 17, 2014, 10:50:02 PM

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=360880483206

Ebay Daily deal $50.

That's not a SodaStream.

menachem_m · « **Reply #127 on:** March 19, 2014, 03:38:33 PM »

Shoulda made that more clear, but I still think it's a good deal.

@Yehuda · « **Reply #128 on:** March 19, 2014, 03:49:44 PM »

Quote from: menachem_m on March 19, 2014, 03:38:33 PM

Shoulda made that more clear, but I still think it's a good deal.

Assuming it works just as well.

Hock Q: Do you have to tovel the carbonator since the tip is metal?

smurf · « **Reply #129 on:** March 19, 2014, 03:59:20 PM »

Quote from: @Yehuda on March 19, 2014, 03:49:44 PM

Assuming it works just as well.

Hock Q: Do you have to tovel the carbonator since the tip is metal?

which model do you have?
Pretty sure the tip is plastic
Anyway like I said elsewhere, probably wouldn't need tevila anyway

@Yehuda · « **Reply #130 on:** March 19, 2014, 04:02:11 PM »

Quote from: smurf on March 19, 2014, 03:59:20 PM

which model do you have?
Pretty sure the tip is plastic
Anyway like I said elsewhere, probably wouldn't need tevila anyway

The tip that touches the carbonator is plastic, but the top of the carbonator is definitely metal. Have seen that on several models.

menachem_m · « **Reply #131 on:** April 03, 2014, 12:30:52 AM »

I did. Figured there's nothing to break, so why not.

CS1 · « **Reply #132 on:** April 03, 2014, 12:36:30 AM »

Quote from: E-MAN on November 29, 2013, 12:44:47 PM

Does anyone know if the Ocean Spray Cranberry flavor has a hashgacha?

The OU is right on the actual bottle!
(The reason it's not on the OU list is because it's a new flavor.)

notanonymous · « **Reply #133 on:** April 03, 2014, 01:55:23 AM »

Soda Stream is an Israeli company, no? They should make kosher l'pesach flavors. I would for sure buy a new machine.

eta - I realize that a new machine would not be necessary, but I would not feel comfortable using something has sat on my counter all year.

E-MAN · « **Reply #134 on:** April 03, 2014, 09:55:26 AM »

Quote from: CS1 on April 03, 2014, 12:36:30 AM

The OU is right on the actual bottle!
(The reason it's not on the OU list is because it's a new flavor.)

I wasn't able to find an actual bottle in a store. Was going to order online but the pictures didn't show the OU.
I have since found it in a store. Thanks

CS1 · « **Reply #135 on:** April 03, 2014, 11:27:45 AM »

Quote from: E-MAN on April 03, 2014, 09:55:26 AM

I wasn't able to find an actual bottle in a store. Was going to order online but the pictures didn't show the OU.
I have since found it in a store. Thanks

Yes, it's impressive to see that every single bottle has a large, bold OU symbol with the full word, "Kosher" printed right next to it.
We have: orange, Dr. Pete, cola, cherry cola, Kool-Aid, Country Time Lemonade, ginger ale,
and Ocean Spray Cranberry (of which the original pre-made drink in the stores only has a triangle-K vs. this OU + has NO corn syrup!)

username · « **Reply #136 on:** April 03, 2014, 12:14:56 PM »

Do the soda flavors work well for making lightly flavored seltzer or sparkling water, or do you need to buy the expensive little glass bottles of MyWater flavors?
Does anyone have experience with this?

bubkiz · « **Reply #137 on:** April 03, 2014, 12:43:27 PM »

Quote from: username on April 03, 2014, 12:14:56 PM

Do the soda flavors work well for making lightly flavored seltzer or sparkling water, or do you need to buy the expensive little glass bottles of MyWater flavors?
Does anyone have experience with this?

Was wondering the same.

metziah · « **Reply #138 on:** April 08, 2014, 04:29:33 PM »

Does anyone know if the genisis model has any electronic components?

smurf · « **Reply #139 on:** April 08, 2014, 06:53:06 PM »

Quote from: metziah on April 08, 2014, 04:29:33 PM

Does anyone know if the genisis model has any electronic components?

no electronic parts