Mead Ingredients

Smart brewers know that a yeast starter is the best way to ensure proper cell count and yeast viability prior to pitching. If you want a reliable starter for your batch of beer, you need to feed the yeast. Adding a yeast nutrient to the starter will give the yeast an added boost! Fermaid K is a yeast nutrient that works for starters and main fermentation. Here’s how it works:   Fermaid K is a complex formula that provides DAP, free amino acids, yeast hulls, unsaturated fatty acids, sterols; and micronutrients such as magnesium sulfate, thiamin, folic acid, biotin, calcium pantothenate, and other vitamins and minerals. Yeast use Nitrogen for protein synthesis and to maintain cellular growth. Nitrogen from the alpha amino acids contained in Fermaid K is utilized much more efficiently than from the ammonia salts like DAP. The unsaturated fatty acids and sterols available in Fermaid K are important survival factors needed to maintain alcohol resistance. They also help keep volatile acidity levels low. The cell wall fractions, available through the included yeast hulls, absorb medium chain fatty acids that are toxic to the yeast. They also provide nucleation sites to help keep the yeast in suspension. You do not need to add any additional fertilizers or DAP when adding Fermaid K. Use approximately 1 gram per gallon. Rehydrate in distilled water.   A rough approximate of weight is 1 tsp = 4.7 grams. We highly recommend using a scale to weigh the product for an accurate dose.   For a similar product check out CellarScience® FermFed Yeast Nutrient!    

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The Fermaid line of products are a range of nutrients that have been adopted from winemaking and put to use supporting beer fermentations as well.     Fermaid O is a newer formulation of the long trusted Fermaid K nutrient which replaces the inorganic DAP in Fermaid K with an organic source of nitrogen instead. The organic nitrogen in Fermaid O is better for your yeast, and that results in better beer!   Organic Nitrogen is easier for your yeast to digest, resulting in a smoother, more consistent fermentation. Fermaid O fermentations show fewer temperature spikes, which minimizes negative effects that can be caused by heat. Compared to DAP, Fermaid O results in more consistent and complete fermentation, and lower levels of negative sulfur compounds and other off-flavors.   Use at a rate of 1.5g / gal of wort. Dissolve in a small amount of wort or water and add to your fermenter at pitching.   Like Fermaid O? Then you will love CellarScience™ FermFed DAP Free Yeast Nutrient!

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A new, advanced formulation of Go-Ferm Go-Ferm Protect is a natural yeast nutrient that is added to the yeast hydration water before adding your selected yeast strain. Its complex formula provides your yeast with the proper sterols, unsaturated fatty acids and micronutrients needed to begin fermentation in optimal shape. The great thing about Go-Ferm Protect is that the proper nutrients and vitamins are introduced BEFORE the yeast is added to the must. This way 100% of the nutrients are available to your selected yeast strain and won't be stolen away by any indigenous yeast or bacteria that may be present in the must before your yeast can become established. Go-Ferm Protect was created as a result of a multi-year study of problem fermentations by Lallemand and the National Agricultural Research Institute (INRA) in France. During this period, they looked at the adverse effects on the yeast from overripe fruit (>28 Brix), low nutrient levels, overclarification of the juice and poor fruit quality (Botrytis, rot, high bacteria count, insecticide and fungicide residue). Their research showed that musts deficient in sterols and unsaturated fatty acids made yeast more susceptible to ethanol toxicity (high alcohol), osmotic shock (high sugar), temperature and others stress factors. In response to this data they created the NATSTEP (NATural STErol Protection) process that incorporated sterols, unsaturated fatty acids, as well as vitamins and minerals into an advance yeast hydration nutrient: Go-Ferm Protect. Go-Ferm Protect provides a combination of protective and nutritional benefits that ensure your yeast begins your fermentation in peak form! The best part is that if your fruit is in great shape then Go-Ferm Protect will simply help your yeast out that much more! Go-Ferm Protect does not contain any DAP, as DAP is harmful to the yeast during the rehydration process. GO-Ferm is usually used in conjunction with our Fermaid K yeast nutrient; where Go-Ferm Protect is used at yeast hydration then Fermaid K is added at the first signs of fermentation and again after 1/3 sugar depletion. Use: Use at a rate of 1.25 g Go-Ferm Protect per 1 g of yeast. A rough approximate of weight is 1 tsp = 3.2 grams. We highly recommend using a scale to weigh the product for an accurate dose. We do not recommend relying on these rough conversions for accurate dosage rates. Click Here for a copy of MoreWine!'s Guide to Yeast Rehydration Like Go Ferm Protect? Then you will love CellarScience® FermStart!

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Potassium Metabisulfite, (often referred to as "SO2", "sulfites" "meta", or "meta-bi") has several uses in winemaking. At the crush, sulfites are generally used to help control the spoilage bacteria and indigenous yeast that may already be present both on the fruit and in the winery (i.e. on the picking bins, processing equipment, tanks, tubing, etc). The amount generally used is enough to inhibit most of the unwanted organisms but not enough to hinder a cultured yeast, which has a higher tolerance to sulfites than most of the indigenous organisms do. This inhibition effectively "wipes the slate clean" for the cultured yeast to step in and rapidly colonize the must so that it can effectively dominate the subsequent fermentation. In addition, sulfites also help to inhibit the enzymatic browning of both musts and finished wines so that all of their delicate complexities can be preserved. Later, during storage and in the bottle, sulfites at the proper levels will further protect a wine by continuing to inhibit spoilage organisms, as well as by scavenging oxygen. Note that the exact amount needed to effectively do the job is determined by the pH of the wine. Refer to our MoreManuals! on Red or White Winemaking or one of the winemaking books that we offer for a complete explanation on how to properly manage sulfites. In addition, it's important to keep in mind that free SO2 levels fall faster in wood cooperage than in glass or stainless, so if you are using a barrel you will most likely need to manage sulfite levels more closely. The most common form of Metabisulfite is as a powder which is fixed with potassium or sodium. 1/4 tsp of Potassium Metabisulfite adds 50ppm to 5 gallons of must. Old Metabisulfite loses potency with time and should be replaced every year to assure that you are getting correct levels. You can use old Metabisulfite to make solutions for sanitizing equipment.

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Sorbistat K, Potassium Sorbate, ensures against renewed fermentation in wine when residual sugar is added post the initial ferment. Add at the rate of .5 to .75 grams per gallon (125-200ppm) in conjunction with .3 grams of meta-bisulphite (50ppm) per gallon. Use the higher end of the range (200 ppm) as the wine's pH approaches or exceeds 3.5 or when the alcohol conent of the wine is below 10%. Note: Will not stop an active fermentation. Potassium sorbate should not be used if the wine underwent an ML fermentation because sorbic acid (in the potassium sorbate) will react with lactic bacteria to produce a "geranium" smelling off-flavor. A rough approximate of weight is 1 tsp = 2.3 grams. We highly recommend using a scale to weigh the product for an accurate dose. We do not recommend relying on these rough conversions for accurate dosage rates.

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100% Natural Yeast Nutrient: FermFed DAP Free is a fully organic nutrient blend, derived from yeast autolysis, rich in amino acids, vitamins, and essential minerals like zinc and magnesium, ensuring optimal yeast health for successful fermentations. Organically Derived Nitrogen: Unlike traditional nutrient formulations containing inorganic diammonium phosphate (DAP), FermFed DAP Free provides organic nitrogen, reducing the risk of off-flavors and promoting a cleaner fermentation. Ideal for Hard Seltzer and Beer Fermentations: FermFed DAP Free is the preferred nutrient for hard seltzer fermentations and works well in beer, promoting healthy yeast activity even in high alcohol fermentations (up to 10% ABV). Comprehensive Yeast Protection: The blend includes sterols for alcohol and temperature resistance, mannoproteins to retain aromas, and essential B-vitamins, zinc, and magnesium to support yeast performance and prevent stuck fermentations. The ideal nutrient blend for beer fermentations, FermFed DAP Free is a 100% natural formulation derived from the autolysis of very specific yeast strains naturally high in free amino acids, sterols, mannoproteins, zinc, magnesium, and niacin, along with vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6, and B12 for a complete yeast health regimen.  As the name suggests, this unique formulation does not contain the traditional inorganic diammonium phosphate, but does provide organically derived nitrogen. Help your yeast start fermentation on the right foot with FermFed DAP Free by CellarScience®. FermFed DAP Free vs Regular FermFed Regular FermFed contains DAP, diammonium phosphate, which is an inorganic nitrogen source. If you know your fermentation needs nitrogen, typically in non-malt fermentations such as wine, DAP is more readily processed by the yeast than the organic nitrogen found in FermFed DAP free. However, if the DAP is not processed by the yeast, and left behind in the beer, there is a higher risk of off flavors. At the suggested usage rates, FermFed DAP Free provides 30ppm of organic FAN, Free Available Nitrogen, while FermFed provides 38ppm of inorganic FAN.  For Use in Hard Seltzer We have found that FermFed DAP Free is the preferred nutrient mix for Seltzer fermentations, with the organic nitrogen component being more than enough nitrogen to support a healthy fermentation. For high alcohol fermentations closer to 10% ABV, multiple additions of FermFed DAP free are required.   How Much Do I Add and When? The general recommendation for most beer fermentations is to add 1.5 grams per gallon. Mix the nutrient in a small slurry of water and add to the fermentation prior to pitching yeast.   How it Works The different components of FermFed DAP Free work in different ways to feed and protect your yeast.   The complex and organic nitrogen in FermFed DAP Free helps eliminate excessive yeast growth in the initial phases helping to reduce fermentation heat spikes at the start of fermentation.  Included sterols make the yeast membrane more resistant to alcohol and to high temperatures.  The collection of B-vitamins along with zinc and magnesium are essential for enzymatic activity, alcohol tolerance, and yeast health.  Mannoproteins help avoid the aromatic stripping during the fermentation by binding esters and terpenes and not allowing them to be driven off by CO2.  The included yeast hull components act as receptors to bind up fatty acids that can accumulate and cause stuck fermentations. For a full yeast nutritional plan, use FermStart when rehydrating yeast.

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Enhanced Yeast Performance: FermStart provides a concentrated blend of micronutrients, including amino acids, sterols, and vitamins, which helps yeast transition quickly from dormant to active, ensuring a healthy and robust fermentation process. Faster Fermentation Start: By supplying readily assimilable nutrients, FermStart allows yeast to skip energy-consuming steps, promoting faster yeast cell multiplication and out-competing wild yeast, ensuring your selected yeast dominates the fermentation. Strong Cell Membrane Support: Sterols in FermStart help yeast cells maintain membrane elasticity, enhancing their ability to survive and perform well under tough fermentation conditions, ensuring consistent fermentation results. Antioxidant Protection: The inclusion of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant, helps protect yeast cells from oxidative damage during rehydration, improving yeast health and promoting a more stable and efficient fermentation process. If you’re rehydrating beer yeast, it’s quick and easy to ensure a perfect ferment by adding FermStart by CellarScience®.  FermStart is a concentrated micronutrient blend that helps yeast during the critical phase in which they transition from dried and dormant back into healthy and active.  FermStart is added to your rehydration water so that your yeast absorbs the nutrients as they absorb the water.  When gravities exceed 15° Plato or 1.060 starting gravity, it is recommended to rehydrate your yeast.  To ensure a perfect ferment that reaches its full flavor potential, rehydrate your yeast with FermStart. How Much? FermStart is a super concentrated formula, which is very convenient when you are rehydrating large amounts of yeast.  Use 1 gram of Fermstart for every 4 grams of yeast.  We offer some suggested ranges for the amount of water to use below.  Examples: 12g yeast - Add 3g FermStart to roughly 50ml of water 500g yeast - Add 125g FermStart to roughly 1500 ml of water The Science of How it Works FermStart is rich in readily assimilable amino acids, sterols, vitamins, and natural glutathione.  Readily assimilable means that the size of the molecules present in FermStart are extremely small and easily absorbed by the yeast cell. This is obtained by centrifuge and allows FermStart to be extremely concentrated and not contain filler. The availability of readily assimilable amino acids allows the yeast cell to skip the step in which amino acids would be synthesized within the cell. This saved energy is instead directed into multiplication. Faster yeast cell multiplication means a faster start allowing your yeast to out-compete wild yeast. Wild yeast have unknown flavors and fermentation behavior so it is important to give the yeast you selected the best chance to dominate the fermentation. Sterols help the cell membrane regain and maintain elasticity helping to ensure a perfect start and continued performance throughout the fermentation. The strong cell membrane helps ensure that the yeast can survive and complete alcoholic fermentation under tough conditions. Glutathione is a very special natural antioxidant and detoxifier made up of three amino acids cysteine, glutamate, and glycine.  It is extremely important for maintaining intracellular health by preventing damage to cellular components during the very oxidative process of rehydration.

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Comprehensive Yeast Nutrition: FermFed provides a complex blend of essential nutrients like diammonium phosphate (DAP), thiamin, amino acids, sterols, and vitamins (B2, B5, B6, B12), supporting yeast health and optimizing fermentation. Prevents Off-Flavors: FermFed’s nitrogen content helps prevent the production of undesirable compounds like hydrogen sulfide (rotten eggs), ensuring cleaner and more desirable flavors during fermentation. Enhanced Fermentation Performance: Ingredients such as sterols and mannoproteins promote yeast cell strength and improve the retention of aromatic compounds, helping yeast finish fermentation smoothly while enhancing flavor retention. Versatile Application: Ideal for wine and non-malt fermentations with known nitrogen deficiencies, FermFed is also available in a DAP-free version suitable for malt-based fermentations with unknown nitrogen levels. FermFed is a complex nutrient blend of diammonium phosphate, thiamin, amino acids, sterols, pantothenic acid, mannoproteins, protective microelements derived from yeast hulls, and vitamins B2, B5, B6, & B12.  FermFed also contains the organic and inorganic nitrogen (DAP) that yeast need. Help your yeast reach the end of fermentation safely while producing amazing flavors with FermFed by CellarScience®. FermFed is a great choice for wine and other non-malt based fermenations where there is a known nitrogen deficiency. For beer or other fermentations where nitrogen levels are unknown we recommend FermFed DAP Free.  The organic nitrogen supplied in FermFed DAP Free is sufficient for all malt fermentations and poses less potential issues if not consumed by the yeast. Read more about FermFed DAP Free. How Much Do I Add and When? For most beer fermentations add 1 gram per gallon. Mix the nutrient in a small slurry of water and add to the wort just prior to pitching yeast. How it Works The different components of FermFed work in different ways to feed and protect your yeast.  When yeast do not have enough nitrogen, they are more likely to produce hydrogen sulfide (rotten eggs). FermFed helps to eliminate this problem by providing enough nitrogen for most situations.    As yeast divide and multiply they get weaker and might not be able to properly finish fermentation as the alcohol content rises. Feeding them sterols help cells maintain membrane fluidity so that the yeast can properly function.   Mannoprotein molecules bind esters and terpenes and work as an anchor to keep them in solution so they are not driven off by CO2 during fermentation.  Pantothenic acid is added to help reduce the production of hydrogen sulfide.   Thiamine is important for yeast metabolism.  Vitamins B2, B5, B6, & B12 are important for general yeast health. For a full yeast nutritional plan, use FermStart when rehydrating yeast.

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We offer wildflower honey from open spaces around the world. We have found it makes a terrific, complex, base-mead. We have found this to be a great basic honey for brewing , so much so that we use it in our ingredient kits that feature honey. Click here for a PDF of the MoreWine! Mead Making Manual.   Please note: Honey that gets cold often becomes crystalized but this has no detrimental effect on the overall quality. It can still be used in its crystalized form or returned to liquid by gently heating it back up in a warm water bath.  

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4766 is a crisp and dry fermenting yeast with a big, fruity finish Creates a nice balance for all types of apples, pears, and other fruit Activator Smack-Pack System™ "proofs" the yeast and shortens lag time when it hits your wort When smacked, the Activator™ packet releases sugars and nutrients to initiate the culture's metabolism Wyeast has been a pioneer in craft brewing for over 35 years and is committed to creating the finest fermentation products available Although beneficial, cultures do not need to be activated prior to inoculation I was a doubter at first, but after using the Wyeast Cider strain, I am now a convert.  I used to ferment my ciders with English Ale (sweet) or Champagne (dry) yeast, but no longer! I have found a delicious Cider yeast that highlights the flavor of the apples and does not ferment too dry.  After we started stocking this strain, it became impossible to keep it in stock during the harvest season! This yeast creates a nice balance for any type of apple, pear, or other fruit. It gives a crisp and dry ferment and allows the fruit character to dominate the flavor profile. Attenuation: NA Flocculation: Low Alcohol Tolerance: 12% Optimum Fermentation Temp: 60-75°F Cell Count: 100 Billion Styles: Apple Wine Common Cider Common Perry Cyser (Apple Melomel) English Cider French Cider Fruit Cider New England Cider Traditional Perry Other Sppecialty Cider or Perry For best results we always recommend ordering an ice pack with your liquid yeast. Please Note: When choosing an ice pack option beware that the liquid yeast will not arrive cold even when shipped together. Ice packs and insulated mailing options are designed to keep the yeast colder for longer during shipment, but they will not ensure that your yeast arrives cold. We will not replace liquid yeast that arrives warm. During warmer months we strongly recommend you choose dry yeast.    

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This orange blossom honey is a unique, premium honey for making a one-of-a-kind mead. Considered a very high quality, orange blossom honey should be used for your very best mead creations. It comes directly from orange tree orchards in America and has the unmistakable floral aroma of orange blossoms. By far, one of our favorite honey for meads. Click here for a PDF of the MoreWine! Mead Making Manual.   Please note: Honey that gets cold often becomes crystalized but this has no detrimental effect on the overall quality. It can still be used in its crystalized form or returned to liquid by gently heating it back up in a warm water bath.  

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Prise de Mousse strain. Fast starting with steady, strong fermentation kinetics. Low foaming action is well suited to barrel fermentations. Clean neutral flavor. Good all-around choice for Reds, Whites and especially Champagnes. Also works well for meads. Alcohol tolerance to 18%. Will also ferment from 50 to 80 degrees. Click here for a PDF of the MoreWine Manual on re-hydrating wine yeast.

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Another good all purpose wine yeast used to give complex aromas and flavors, but it really does require proper nutrients to avoid sulfur problems. Especially suited to Chardonnays. Alcohol tolerant to 14%. Ferments from 60 to 80 degrees. Formerly known as "Montrachet". Click here for a PDF of the MoreWine Manual on re-hydrating wine yeast.  

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Clear glass marbles are a great choice for filling up volume in a small fermenter or oak barrel. Most of us have been in that situation where we have the ideal container we want to use to store our wine, but we just don't have quite enough wine. What are your choices? Either use several smaller containers, buy wine to top up, or try to purge the air space with inert gas. None of these are ideal solutions. Clear glass marbles, free of ink or contamination, are an ideal solution. Use just as much as you need to top up the vessel. When you transfer the wine out, remove your marbles, wash and reuse with your next batch (just don't lose them...) 3 lbs of marbles is enough to displace approximately 1 Liter of liquid. Specifications Count: Approximately 615 Net Weight: 3 lbs Marble Size: 12mm Color: Clear Volume Displaced: About 1.05Qts/1L

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Would you like to try your hand at making cider? This all-in-one cider making kit is a good way to get started.    Mangrove Jack’s British Series Apple Cider Pouch is a convenient all-in-one kit for making cider at home. It has the taste of delicious orchard apples; light and crisp with a juicy apple bite. Only the freshest and best quality fruit are used in this cider. It is pressed and concentrated using state of the art evaporators, and then cold filled into a pouch. This ensures the natural flavor of the fruit is preserved, giving you cider which is fresh and crisp.    These kits come with yeast, preservative, sweetener, and Cider Extract. The yeast, preservative, and sweetener can be found in a pouch inside the W300 bag.  ABV: Approximately 5.2 %  Style: Sweet  Color: Gold Makes 6 Gallons Please Note: You will need 2-2.5 lbs of dextrose (corn sugar) for this kit as well (the directions call for 1 kg, or 2.2 lb). See our You Might Also Need Section below for products.    These kits are tasty uncarbonated, but add some bubbles and things get even better. We recommend a pack of Carbonation Drops to help give this cider a carbonic kick!

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4184 has a rich, fruity profile complements fruit mead fermentations Activator Smack-Pack System™ "proofs" the yeast and shortens lag time when it hits your wort When smacked, the Activator™ packet releases sugars and nutrients to initiate the culture's metabolism Wyeast has been a pioneer in craft brewing for over 35 years and is committed to creating the finest fermentation products available Although beneficial, cultures do not need to be activated prior to inoculation Leaves 2-3% residual sugar in most meads. Rich, fruity profile complements fruit mead fermentations. Use of Wyeast Wine Nutrient Blend is recommended. Attenuation: NA Flocculation: Medium Alcohol Tolerance: 11% Optimum Fermentation Temp: 65-75°F Cell Count: 100 Billion Styles: Braggot Common Cider Cyser (Apple Melomel) Metheglin Open Category Mead Other Fruit Melomel Semi-Sweet Mead Sweet Mead Dai Ginjo Plum Wine   For best results we always recommend ordering an ice pack with your liquid yeast.   Please Note: When choosing an ice pack option beware that the liquid yeast will not arrive cold even when shipped together. Ice packs and insulated mailing options are designed to keep the yeast colder for longer during shipment, but they will not ensure that your yeast arrives cold. We will not replace liquid yeast that arrives warm. During warmer months we strongly recommend you choose dry yeast.    

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4632 is the best choice for dry mead and has been used in many award winning meads Low foaming with little or no sulfur production Activator Smack-Pack System™ "proofs" the yeast and shortens lag time when it hits your wort When smacked, the Activator™ packet releases sugars and nutrients to initiate the culture's metabolism Wyeast has been a pioneer in craft brewing for over 35 years and is committed to creating the finest fermentation products available Although beneficial, cultures do not need to be activated prior to inoculation Best choice for dry mead. Used in many award winning meads. Low foaming with little or no sulfur production. Use additional nutrients for mead making. Attenuation: NA Flocculation: Low Medium Alcohol Tolerance: 18% Optimum Fermentation Temp: 55-75°F Cell Count: 100 Billion Styles: Braggot Dry Mead Metheglin Open Category Mead Other Fruit Melomel Pyment (Grape Melomel)   For best results we always recommend ordering an ice pack with your liquid yeast.   Please Note: When choosing an ice pack option beware that the liquid yeast will not arrive cold even when shipped together. Ice packs and insulated mailing options are designed to keep the yeast colder for longer during shipment, but they will not ensure that your yeast arrives cold. We will not replace liquid yeast that arrives warm. During warmer months we strongly recommend you choose dry yeast.    

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Put something unique on tap with this easy to make Pear Cider Kit.  This pear cider has a sweet mellow pear flavor and is a great change of pace.    Formulated with only the freshest and best quality fruit which is then pressed and concentrated using state of the art evaporators, and then cold filled into a pouch. All this effort we go to ensures we preserve the natural flavour of the fruit, giving you cider which is fresh, crisp and especially good on a hot summer's day.    ABV Approx: 4.7% Style: Sweet Color: Clear Gold   Please Note: You will need 2.2 lbs of Dextrose for this kit as well.  See our You Might Also Need Section below for products.   These pear cider kits are tasty uncarbonated, but add some bubbles and things get even better.  We recommend a pack of Carbonation Drops to help give this cider a carbonic kick!  

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Due to high demand, the 10 kg is currently out of stock. Be the first to receive your items by placing a pre-order today. We will automatically ship this to you when we receive more inventory. Improves fermentation kinetics and aroma production Allows yeast to be rehydrated in cool water (60°F) without any loss of viability or vitality Eliminates the need for acclimatization steps—rehydrated yeast can be added directly to juice or must after 15 minutes Requires 50% less water than Go-Ferm™ or Go-Ferm Protect Evolution™ Non-clumping, instantly disperses in cool water Go-Ferm Sterol Flash™ is a revolutionary new yeast rehydration nutrient that is fast, simple to use, and saves time, labor, and water without compromising on yeast viability and vitality. Derived from autolyzed yeast, Go-Ferm Sterol Flash™ provides optimized levels of micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) and extremely high levels of survival factors including sterols and unsaturated fatty acids. Go-Ferm Sterol Flash™ has the highest bioavailability of sterols and is produced with a specific Lallemand micro agglomerated process, for instant dispersion during the rehydration step. When suspended in cool water, the high content of sterols are quickly released and integrated in the yeast membrane within 15 minutes. The high content of sterols reinforces the permeability and fluidity of the yeast membrane. Go-Ferm Sterol Flash™ increases yeast viability, yeast vitality, and optimizes wine yeast aroma precursors assimilation under any conditions in red, rose, and white wine fermentation. With Go-Ferm Sterol Flash™, no yeast acclimatization steps are required before inoculation in must. Go-Ferm Sterol Flash™ is a revolutionary yeast rehydration protector with instant dispersion in cool water for a more reliable alcoholic fermentation and wine yeast sensory impact. Use: Use at a rate of 1.25 g Go-Ferm Protect per 1 g of yeast. A rough approximate of weight is 1 tsp = 3.2 grams. We highly recommend using a scale to weigh the product for an accurate dose. We do not recommend relying on these rough conversions for accurate dosage rates. Click Here for a copy of MoreWine!'s Guide to Yeast Rehydration Store in a cool and dry environment at 65°F. Once opened, keep tightly sealed and dry.

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One word! Delicious! Orange Blossom aroma comes through in this dry, white wine style mead. Features 12lb of Orange Blossom honey and all the nutrient and additive packs needed to make a premium mead. Perfect to drink dry or as a sparkling mead, but you can also make this into a Sweet Mead by adding an additional 3-6 pounds of Orange Blossom honey. You would dilute this extra honey with water and add after the first fermentation is complete. Dry Yeast Recommendation: DV10: Strong and clean, stays true to original honey's flavours and aromas. QA23: Aromatic / Floral, great bouquet (a bit more lean and focused than R2) W15: Great aromatic profile (true to the honey source) and heavy mouthfeel. Includes our simple, step-by-step two page instructions, which will teach you the basics of making mead.  This kit does not include yeast. Please see our recommendations above.

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Want a book that gives mead making the breadth and depth it deserves? This book is it!   If you’ve ever tried to find comprehensive information on mead making, you’ve probably been confused and overwhelmed at the scattered and conflicting information on this subject! The Compleat Meadmaker, by Ken Schramm, gives mead making the focused attention that it deserves! It covers all aspects of the craft in an easy to read fashion. It focuses on the importance of quality ingredients and the wide range of flavor diversity you can achieve within the field of mead making. This complete book is a resource you can’t do without.

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