SafCider AB-1
SafCider AB-1

SafCider AB-1

$4.99
  • 5 gram packet, treats a 5-6 gallon batch.
  • Produces balanced hard ciders, sweet or dry.
  • Aromas of fresh apple and applesauce.
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Fermentation Temp Range
Each yeast strain has a temperature range where it performs best. Lagers require cooler temps, while Kveik yeasts can ferment in extreme heat. Maintaining the proper fermentation temperature for each yeast strain is crucial its health. Matching a yeast's ideal range to your environment (or your ability to control temp) is key to getting clean, consistent results.
Scale from 30°-120°F
Description

Looking for yeast for making hard cider? Try SafCider AB-1 Yeast, a strain made specifically for fermenting hard cider! SafCider AB-1 exhibits very good assimilation (fermentation) of fructose, making it particularly well-suited for fermenting apple juice.

SafCider AB-1 Yeast is an excellent choice for balanced ciders with low acidity. It exhibits delicate aromas of fresh apple and applesauce and creates a balanced mouthfeel in the finished cider.

This strain has a wide & flexible fermentation temperature range of 50-86ºF. This means you can ferment delicious hard apple ciders year-round in warm or cool weather. This cider yeast also has low nitrogen requirements, meaning it doesn't require added yeast nutrient (nitrogen) for an efficient fermentation.

This active dry yeast strain does not require hydration or a yeast starter to begin fermentation, though you can hydrate yeast prior to pitching if desired. This 5g packet treats a 5-6 gallon batch of Hard Cider.

Product Analysis
This typical analysis is not to be construed as product specification. Typical analysis represents average values, not to be considered as guarantees, expressed or implied, nor as a condition of sale.

Yeast Format, Dry
Yeast Style, Cider
Nitrogen Demand, Very Low
Malic Acid Consumption, High, up to 1.5 g per L
Competitive Killer Factor, Sensitive to High
Fermentation Temperature Range, 50~86ºF
Alcohol Tolerance, 18%

Style Applications:

Balanced hard ciders, sweet or dry.
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