Bulk Yeast

[Redhouse Brewing]

I received a free sample of A01 yeast (bulk package). I know how to calculate pitch rate but how do I dose this (ie how do I sterilize the container that use to weigh it)?

 

[IslandLizard]

A clean plastic (measuring) cup/container wiped out with alcohol?

If using metal cups for weighing, you could heat them in the oven to 250F. Let cool and use right away, or package in (sterile) plastic bags for later use.

It doesn't have to be sterile per se. Clean, then well-sanitized should suffice.

 

[hottpeper13]

Tin foil!

 

[IslandLizard]

It's very important to keep your bulk yeast dry after opening the package, so seal it well. Storing it in the freezer between uses is probably best. Double bag it, squeeze all air out.

 

[mac_1103]

Double bag it, squeeze all air out.

Or get a vacuum sealer and make your own single use packs.

 

[odie]

mason jar holds my bulk dry yeast in the fridge.

 

[Redhouse Brewing]

Thank you all for the suggestions.

 

[InspectorJon]

A01 is liquid yeast, right? Much different than handling dry yeast. I don’t know the answer to your question, but it seems most of the above answers don’t apply. Maybe the mason jar in the fridge.

 

[IslandLizard]

A01 is liquid yeast, right? Much different than handling dry yeast.

Doh, you're right!
A01 is a liquid yeast strain made by Imperial Yeast. I equated bulk package with dry yeast, should have checked...

And yeah, it needs very different handling than dry yeast, and definitely don't freeze it !

I received a free sample of A01 yeast (bulk package).

How "big" is that "bulk" package?

AVAILABLE IN:

• PITCH RIGHT POUCHES
• COMMERCIAL PITCHES

If it's a regular "homebrew size" it will contain 200 billion cells at packaging.
Depending on your batch size, gravity, and the yeast's age (and how it was stored), you may need to make a starter to pitch the correct amount of vital cells.

 

[tdf]

I’m guessing the yeast in question is
https://en.angelyeast.com/products/distilled-spirits-and-biofuels/american-ale-yeast-a01.html

 

[kelli]

I’m guessing the yeast in question is
https://en.angelyeast.com/products/distilled-spirits-and-biofuels/american-ale-yeast-a01.html

yes, perfect amount and type thanks

i asked them for a list of their beer and cider brewing yeasts and prices...so i can share that when it hits my inbox

 

[IslandLizard]

I’m guessing the yeast in question is
https://en.angelyeast.com/products/distilled-spirits-and-biofuels/american-ale-yeast-a01.html

And from a simple web search...

Where is angel yeast located?
Yichang

The company operates through a network of technical centers, YE facilities and yeast production plants in China, Egypt, Singapore and Russia. Angel Yeast is headquartered in Yichang, Hebei, China.