Re: Answer: Zero

Brian wrote:

> I am a new convert to the idea that honey is a natural antiseptic,
> preventing the growth of bacteria, if handled correctly.  I just made
> another still mead without the addition of sulfites and it turned out
> wonderfully!

Sulfites don't kill bacteria. Sulfite is mainly an antioxidant agent,
it's secondary use is as an inhibitor of bacteria and yeasts. Besides
that, sulfites form naturally in small quantities in wine during
fermentation. There is really no rational reason for the proper use of
sulfite.