Wine yeast
ALCOMAT
Mead STRONG Yeast
Suitable for various honey-to-water ratios and fruit meads. This active dry yeast tolerates up to 18% alcohol and works at 13–31 °C. Direct addition to must at 25–30 °C is also possible; ensure adequate yeast nutrition.
At a glance
Key characteristics
- Application: Meads with various honey-to-water ratios and fruit meads
- Standard dosage: 10 g per 25–30 L
- Restarting fermentation: 10–20 g according to conditions
Application and action
A robust strain for mead
Suitable for various honey-to-water ratios and fruit meads. This active dry yeast tolerates up to 18% alcohol and works at 13–31 °C. Direct addition to must at 25–30 °C is also possible; ensure adequate yeast nutrition.
Key information
Product specifications
- Brand
- ALCOMAT
- Type
- Active dry yeast for mead
- Application
- Meads with various honey-to-water ratios and fruit meads
- Standard dosage
- 10 g per 25–30 L
- Restarting fermentation
- 10–20 g according to conditions
- Fermentation temperature
- 13–31 °C
- Alcohol tolerance
- Up to 18%
- Composition
- Saccharomyces cerevisiae (bayanus); emulsifier sorbitan monostearate
- Product number
- 513983
Refer to the current product packaging for the binding dosage, application and safety information.
Prepare the mixture
Prepare a 10% sugar solution, or equal parts water and must, at 25–30 °C.
Rehydrate
Add the yeast, stirring gently, and allow it to swell for 20–25 minutes.
Pitch
Add all of the rehydrated yeast to the must and mix in.
Check nutrients
Provide suitable yeast nutrients for honey must as directed on the nutrient packaging.
Practical note
Direct addition
Alternatively, add the contents directly to honey must at 25–30 °C and mix thoroughly.
Storage
Storage conditions
Store in a cool, dry place, preferably refrigerated where appropriate. Check the best-before date and batch number on the pack. Not intended for direct consumption.
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