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I am making my second batch of mead which is very dry. I want to stabilize and backsweeten but I don't tolerate sulfites well- not an allergy but just terrible headaches with even small amounts. Was wondering what other additives/methods can effectively stop fermentation reliably enough to avoid any increase in ABV and feel comfortable bottling. Want to avoid heating/pasteurizing. Read all kind of things in my searches but do not trust the sources. Would appreciate some feedback from the experienced brewers here.

Many thanks
 
Invest in kegs in CO2 and you won’t have to worry about bottling. You can finish them dry and back sweeten as long as they’re in a keg if they referment it’s OK.
 
Thanks JJ. The article was interesting but basically states the sulfites are needed and sulfite headaches are a myth. I have been tested and I definitely have a sensitivity so I was hoping there was some alternative out there. I know some brewers don't use sulfites but the risk of making salad dressing out of my homegrown honey is not a chance I want to take but it is looking like no simple effective alternatives are available
 
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