Bluewater Bait is proud to carry our own custom Bait Brine formula, as well as our Bait Bright concentrated bluing solution for enhancing brightness. We also supply Herring Oil for scenting bait, and fish bags in two sizes for fish under 15lbs and fish over 15lbs. See product pages above.

Brining bait is the process of immersing bait fish in a solution of salt and water to enhance the bait's durability and stiffness. Anchovy is a very delicate bait fish, so for best results this fish should be brined in an 85% salt solution for a minimum of 4 hours. Over-brining will result in a bait fish that has a rough leather finish reducing its reflective quality.

1. Cut the package of bait while frozen, and allow it to thaw.
2. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of brining mix on one 8"x10" tray of bait, split between on both sides of the bait.
3. Keep in a cool place out of the direct sunlight
4. Let the bait sit; at least four hours, up to 12 hours.
5. Add 2-3 cups of water, salt or fresh. Once the Salt disolves, you should have a solution with ~85% salinity; your solution is at 85% when a piece of potato will just float, or remain suspended.
6. Let the bait sit overnight in this solution, up to 16 hours. Once brined, bait can last up to 3 days.