Safcider AB-1 Dry Yeast

Safcider AB-1 Dry Yeast

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Ferment ciders, applejack, or apple brandy washes with Safcider AB-1 from Fermentis. This yeast is selected from strains of the Champagne region of France. Safcider AB-1 performs well under harsh conditions with a high alcohol tolerance. It can ferment in a temperature range of 50-86°F, but has an ideal temperature range of 64-75°F.

 
  • Works at low pH from 3.3
  • Low nitrogen requirements: from 150ppm of Yeast Available Nitrogen
  • Maximum SO2 level : 70mg/L
 
This yeast can be pitched directly, but if you prefer to rehydrate, the instructions are below.
 
Sprinkle the yeast in a minimum of 10 times its weight of sterile water or wort (we suggest 4 oz) at 70°F to 77°F (21 to 25 °C). Do not stir. Leave to rest 15 to 30 minutes. Gently stir for 30 minutes, and pitch the resultant cream into the fermentation vessel.
 
Recommended temperature range: 64F-75F.