Has anyone ever purchased the 1 lb size of the dried yeast? I have seen it at some stores. Is it stable since it would obviously be opened and closed multiple times (I do have a foodsaver)? It seems economical if I am doing a lot of smaller test batches as well as the normal 5 gallon batches.
Large Pack (1lb) Dry yeast experience
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bferullo
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https://www.alecraftbrewing.com/Store/Details/1365
Just an example. Since Dry yeast lasts so long date wise on package, I was just exploring options.
Do you use S05 for everything?
That would be good for 45x 5 gallon batches; if you don't use it for everything now you will once you buy it.
It is a 40% discount and a good idea if your not interested in variety or yeast washing.
That would be good for 45x 5 gallon batches; if you don't use it for everything now you will once you buy it.
It is a 40% discount and a good idea if your not interested in variety or yeast washing.
Patrick87
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I've thought about it, since I do use US05 for 99% of my beers these days, but I'm pretty sure I've read from Fermentis or somewhere that once opened, it should be used within 7 days. I don't know if that's being overly-cautious or not, but I've been hesitant because of that one statement.
I've read some people repackaging the pound into multiple smaller baggies, even vacuum sealing them.
Needless to say, whatever you do, you want to keep your yeast sanitary, not introducing other micro organisms to it.
Dry yeast actually stores and keeps better and longer in the freezer. Just put the opened and resealed brick or smaller packages in a freezer bag to keep them clean. Purge as much air as possible.
Needless to say, whatever you do, you want to keep your yeast sanitary, not introducing other micro organisms to it.
Dry yeast actually stores and keeps better and longer in the freezer. Just put the opened and resealed brick or smaller packages in a freezer bag to keep them clean. Purge as much air as possible.
Yeah, 7 days... sells more yeast.
I've used leftover half sachets of US-05 2 years after opening and they were fine. Resealed by folding the flap over a few times, taping it shut and stored in freezer.
