What does Fermaid K do?
description. The original and reliable Fermaid K™ is a blended complex yeast nutrient that supplies inorganic nitrogen (DAP), organic nitrogen (alpha amino nitrogen), key nutrients (magnesium sulfate, thiamine, folic acid, niacin, biotin and calcium pantothenate) and inactivated yeast.
When should I add Fermaid K?
Fermaid K should be mixed with room temperature water before adding to an active fermentation to avoid CO2 release and overflowing of tanks or barrels. The amount of water used is not critical….Note:
| Nutrient Use | Fermentation |
|---|---|
| Product Format | Granular |
What is the difference between Fermaid K and Fermaid O?
The main difference between the two Lallemand products, Fermaid O and Fermaid K is the source of nitrogen. In Fermaid O the nitrogen is organically derived in the form of autolyzed yeasts. In Fermaid K the source of nitrogen is DAP or diammonium phosphate which is a salt produced artificially.
How do you rehydrate Fermaid K?
To use, simply rehydrate Fermaid K (1 gram per gallon of wine must, or roughly 1 tsp. for 5 gallons) with room temperature water, and add to an active fermentation. The amount of water used for rehydration is not critical. Just add enough to make a slurry.
How long does Fermaid K last?
Dated expiration. Store Fermaid O in a cool and dry area away from direct sunlight and strong odors. Under these conditions the shelf-life is 4 years in the original packaging.
How do you use Fermaid?
To Use: Fermaid O should be mixed with room temperature water before adding to an active fermentation to avoid CO2 release and overflowing of tanks or barrels. The amount of water used is not critical. Simply add enough to make a slurry. Storage: Dated expiration.
What is yeast nutrient made of?
Yeast Nutrient is a mixture of diammonium phosphate and food-grade urea that nourishes yeast, ensuring that it remains healthy throughout fermentation. Add one teaspoon per gallon recommended for wine, mead, seltzer, and cider.
Does Fermaid K contain urea?
No urea is used anywhere in the production of Fermaid K. The most common reasons for stuck or sluggish fermentations are: Improve rehydration, inoculation or fermentation temperature management.
Does Fermaid K expire?
Shelf life of Fermaid K is two years.
Does Fermaid O expire?
What is Fermaid O made of?
Fermaid O™ is a blend of highly specific inactivated yeast fractions that are rich in assimilable amino acids (organic nitrogen). It’s amino acid profile is highly consistent….Storage:
| Nutrient Use | Fermentation |
|---|---|
| Product Format | Granular |
How do you store Fermaid O?
Store Fermaid O in a cool and dry area away from direct sunlight and strong odors. Under these conditions the shelf-life is 4 years in the original packaging.
Do you need DAP with Fermaid O?
Fermaid O is my choice for mead fermentation due to it being completely organic without the additional need to add DAP. I used it on all of my meads and have had great success even better than fermaid k/dap.
Is Fermaid K Kosher?
Fermaid K (Kosher) is a complex nutrient which is certified Kosher for Passover.
How long is yeast nutrient good for?
1 year
Wyeast Yeast Nutrient will remain stable for 1 year if stored in an airtight container in a cool environment.
How do you use Fermaid O in mead?
To avoid mead eruption accidents, degas must and dissolve yeast nutrient doses in 1 cup must prior to adding to the fermenter. At 24 and 48 hours after you pitch your yeast, add 4.25g Fermaid O to your must. At 72 hours after you pitch your yeast, add 4.75g Fermaid K and 3.7g DAP to your must.