Cider House Select yeast is a high ester-producing strain, creating exceptional flavor. Trace nutrition has been included in this sachet to ensure the best possible cider quality through good healthy yeast. Our active dried yeast is suitable for all types of ciders and is able to ferment under various conditions. The capable fermentation temperature range is 54 - 82 degrees, however for optimal performance the recommended fermentation temperature should be between 60 - 70 degrees and maintained there for best results. To prevent extended lag times and risk of bacterial contamination be sure that the juice temperature is above 60 degrees prior to pitchig the yeast.

Dosage and Application (How to use it)

1. The optimum dosage rate for this strain is 1g per 1.3 gallons (5 liters) of must. Yeast can be added directly to the must (it is important to ensure complete mixing) or alternatively as a yeast cream. Yeast should be added at least 1 day after SO2 addition.
2. To rehydrate the yeast to a cream, add the required weight of dry yeast to 10 times its weight of water previously adjusted to a temperature between 95 - 104°F (35 - 40°C). Stir gently into a yeast cream for between 10 and 15 minutes then add yeast cream directly to the must and mix thoroughly. Ensure the temperature difference between the starter culture and must does not exceed 18°F (10°C).
3. This strain is capable of fermenting between 54 - 82°F (12 - 28°C) but best results are achieved when a temperature between 61 - 75°F (16 - 24°C) is maintained. To avoid extended lag time and risk of bacterial contamination ensure must/ juice temperature is above 60°F (16°C) for the start of fermentation and for at least the first 24 hours.

Safety

• This material is non-hazardous when used as directed.

Storage

• Below 50°F (10°C) storage temperature >90% viability will remain at 36 months.
• At 68°F (20°C) storage temperature >90% viability will remain at 24 months.
• At 86°F (30°C) storage temperature >90% viability will remain at 12 months.
• At 104°F (40°C) storage temperature >90% viability will remain at 3 months.