Lalvin EC-1118 Sparkling Wine Yeast 5g packets

Lalvin EC1118 – Robust, Reliable & Neutral Yeast

Trusted worldwide for its strength and consistency, Lalvin EC1118 is a versatile yeast strain suitable for a wide range of fermentation applications. Originally isolated in Champagne, France, it is prized for its neutral sensory profile, making it an excellent choice when you want the character of the fruit, malt, or wash to shine without excessive yeast influence.

EC1118 is highly robust, with excellent alcohol tolerance and strong fermentation kinetics. It performs well under difficult conditions, including low temperatures and high pressure, and is renowned for completing fermentation to dryness reliably.

Key Benefits:

• Neutral flavour contribution, allowing base ingredients to shine

• High alcohol tolerance (up to ~18% ABV)

• Strong, consistent fermentation performance

• Suitable for a wide range of wines, ciders, meads, and spirits

• Excellent reliability for re-starting stuck fermentations

Applications:
Perfect for sparkling wines, white wines, cider, mead, fruit wines, and distilling washes. Its neutral profile also makes it a go-to “all-purpose” yeast for many homebrewers and winemakers.