Lalvin K1 (V1116) Yeast – 5g Packet for Mead Wine & Cider Fermentation

Tough. Elegant. Effective.

Ideal for Floral Aromas & Tough Ferments

Classic yeast for all styles meads, ciders, and wines—especially in cold, clear, or low-nutrient musts. Ferments fast and clean at 50–95°F (10–35°C). Tolerates up to 18% ABV and makes up to 6 gallons. Great for traditional meads, ice wines, and aromatic whites. Selected by INRA Montpellier for its extreme resilience and ester production under wild conditions.

Key Benefits

·Intense floral aroma and fresh red fruit, and perfume-like aromatics.

·Low nutrient requirements, fast fermentation sometimes under 2 weeks

·Good for stalled and high ABV fermentations

·Boosts aroma in neutral fruit or high-yield grapes.

·Sought after for aromatic red, white, sparkling, and ice wines

Known for Excellence Lalvin K1 (V1116) is a clean fermenting yeast that is a favorite amongst brewers of all kinds. K1-V1116 produces high levels of fruity esters, which is great for fruit meads, wines, and ciders. At lower temperatures especially, it produces beautiful floral esters which complement delicate honey and floral characters of any mead, wine or fruit cider. It thrives in harsh conditions and easily starts stuck fermentations, Lalvin K1-V1116 is a must have for every brew room.

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