Red Star Dady 9804 Distillers Active Dry Yeast, 1lb

Yep it makes booze

Best yeast I have ever used for making mash for distillation. Way outperforms champagne yeast for overall alcohol content.

As a veteran homebrewer, I've dabbled in a myriad of yeasts and techniques over the years. However, my journey took a remarkable turn when I discovered Red Star 9804 Dady Distillers Active Dry Yeast, particularly in the crafting of my signature blueberry wine. Mastering the Art of Brewing My adventure began with a 6-gallon barrel as my canvas. To this, I added 2 kilograms of succulent blueberries, 4 kilograms of granulated sugar, 6 grams of diamonium phosphate, and the star of the show—12 grams of Red Star 9804 Dady yeast. The initial phase of fermentation was conducted in an unsealed environment for 48 hours, followed by a more controlled 28-day fermentation period under an airlock. The Clarification Stage Post-fermentation, I employed a siphoning technique to separate the liquid from the sediment, allowing it to further settle for an additional 28 days. Following this, I introduced a clearing agent, as recommended, and patiently waited for another 5 days. The Revelation Upon the completion of the clearing stage, I utilized a refractometer to gauge the alcohol content. To my sheer delight, it had skyrocketed to an astounding 21.3% ABV. The Nuances of Aging While the wine was already transparent and palatable, I chose to take it a step further. I transferred the liquid into a third, pristine carboy for an extended maturation period of 6 months. While this wine is enjoyable as early as 6 weeks, the added aging time allowed the antioxidants, aromatic compounds, and natural flavors of the blueberries to fully permeate the wine, enhancing its complexity. The Culminating Judgment The final product was nothing short of extraordinary—a blueberry wine so opulent and full-bodied that it could easily stand toe-to-toe with any premium commercial wine. Each sip was an indulgent affair, a testament to the transformative power of Red Star 9804 Dady Distillers Active Dry Yeast. For those aspiring to elevate their homebrewing endeavors, this yeast is not just an ingredient; it's a game-changer. It offers unparalleled reliability and efficiency, and it's the linchpin for crafting high-caliber, high-alcohol-content wines.

Great product

Brewing yeast. Top notch yeast

The best distillery yeast we have bought by far.