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Lye source in North California (Sonoma County)?

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Brot Backer

Lye source in North California (Sonoma County)?

First of all, I did a search and couldn't find what I was looking for.

I live in Sonama County (Santa Rosa) and if at all possible I'd like to get my hands on some food grade lye today. I have a last minute request for pretzels and prefer to not make a mess boiling them with baking soda. Anyone have any ideas where I could pick some up around here?

 

Thanks a ton,

-Alec

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Crider

I see they sell a liquid sodium hydroxide solution. They're on Piner Road 

http://www.thebeveragepeople.com

 

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Brot Backer

Thanks! I didn't even think of the beverage people!

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Brot Backer

And if anyone knows where to get dry lye just let me know!