SafCider AS-2 Yeast is a 5 gram dry yeast strain designed to produce smooth, aromatic hard ciders with layered fruit character and balanced mouthfeel. Suitable for 5 to 6 gallon batches, it creates sweet, complex ciders featuring notes of apple, citrus, and applesauce. The yeast ferments cleanly across a wide temperature range of 50 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit, making it dependable for year-round cider production.
This strain offers several fermentation advantages, including low nitrogen requirements and fast, efficient performance even when working with juice low in natural nutrients. It promotes a rounded, refined cider profile through steady fermentation and balanced ester development. Its versatility allows cider makers to produce both sweet and dry styles with bright fruit expression and smooth drinkability.
SafCider AS-2 Yeast is formulated for reliability in a broad range of conditions. The yeast’s low nutrient demand helps maintain clean fermentations without additional supplementation, and its ability to function at both cool and warm temperatures adds flexibility for different cider-making environments. It produces a stable aromatic profile that enhances the natural character of fresh-pressed juice or concentrate-based musts.
To use the yeast, pitch the dry packet directly into prepared juice without the need for hydration or a yeast starter. Consistent fermentation proceeds at the chosen temperature within the recommended range, allowing the cider to develop its full fruit character as it matures. The strain supports still or sparkling ciders depending on the conditioning method used after primary fermentation.
Designed for cider makers seeking aromatic depth and balanced flavor, SafCider AS-2 Yeast provides clean fermentation, low nutrient demand, and dependable results across a variety of cider styles.
