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MAXIMIZE FRUITNESS IN CIDERS
Fermentis SafCider™ TF-6 is the best cider yeast for a very high aromatic intensity and complexity towards fresh fruity notes (apple, banana-pear, red, citrus, and exotic fruits) combined with interesting elaborated fruit notes (applesauce). Slow and very clean fermenter lowering acidity and accentuating all flavors. This cider yeast works at a wide temperature range between 10-30°C (50-86°F) with ideal temperatures between 18-24°C (59-77°F). High nitrogen requirements. Medium assimilation of fructose. Highly flocculant.
For sweet ciders, sweet and round mouthfeel strengthening candy-like sensation. Producing ciders with a very high aromatic intensity and complexity towards fresh fruity notes and a round mouthfeel.
SafCider™ TF-6 Characteristics:
- Temp Range: 50-86°F
- Taxonomy: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
- Aromas: Intense fresh apples, and tutty fruity with medium fruit compote/ ripe apple characteristics
- Mouthfeel: Sweet, high sweetness, low crispness
- Malic Acid Consumption: High - up to 1.4 g/L
- Max initial SO2: 50 mg/L
- Killer Factor: Neutral
SafCider™ TF-6 can be directly pitched without rehydration. If you prefer to rehydrate, the instructions are below.
SafCider™ TF-6 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.
Additional Information
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| SKU | Y045 |
| Yeast Format | Dry |
| Flocculation | High |
| Min Fermenting Temp | 50°F |
| Max Fermenting Temp | 86°F |
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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.
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