Fermentis SafCider AC-4 Dry Cider Yeast (5g) - Crisp Ciders

SafCider AC-4 Crisp Cider Yeast FFermentis SafCider™ AC-4 is the ideal cider yeast for creating intensely fresh, aromatic ciders with a crisp mouthfeel and enhanced structure. It ferments quickly while maintaining acidity, and can work at a wide range of temperatures from 10-30°C (50-86°F), though it thrives best at 18-24°C (64-75°F). With low pH requirements of 3.3 and low nitrogen needs (only 150ppm of Yeast Available Nitrogen), it has excellent fructose assimilation and is highly flocculant. Trust in the power of this yeast for delicious, high-quality ciders! For sweet and dry ciders even under difficult fermentation conditions. Ideal to produce intensely fresh aromatic ciders (apple, floral) with a crisp mouthfeel. SafCider™ AC-4 Characteristics: Temp Range: 50-86°F Taxonomy: Saccharomyces bayanus Aromas: Fresh apples, floral notes, with low banana/pear Mouthfeel: Crisp, high crispness, medium sweetness Malic Acid Consumption: Very Low - less than 0.4 g/L Max initial SO2: 75 mg/L Killer Factor: Killer SafCider™ AC-4 can be directly pitched without rehydration. If you prefer to rehydrate, the instructions are below. SafCider™ AC-4 Rehydration Procedure: Using a sanitized container collect a small amount of 95-105°F sterile water equal to 10 times the weight of the yeast. 10 ml/g of yeast. Optional: Add Go-Ferm Rehydration Nutrients. Rehydration with Go-Ferm is effective for helping the yeast survive the fermentation. Sprinkle yeast on water and let sit for 15 mins . Do not stir. After 15 mins stir to form "cream" and add to must/cider. TAKE IT EASY, TAKE E2U™ Till now, in the beer world, you had to take great care of yeasts prior to pitching. You had to rehydrate and acclimatize them while watching water and must temperature carefully. With E2U™ active dry yeasts, you can pitch directly or rehydrate; depending on your equipment, habits, and feelings. Fermentis offers you the opportunity to make your life easier and eventually contribute to sustainability by saving water and energy. Any process you choose, we will be happy to ensure you the highest standards of quality, productivity, and security. SAVE TIME. GET COMFORT. ACT GREEN.