--- product_id: 7356614 title: "Distiller Yeast 1 lb." brand: "red star" price: "125.27 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Red Star" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/7356614-distiller-yeast-1-lb store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 20+ years trusted strain 1 lb covers ~500 gallons Up to 22% ABV fermentation Distiller Yeast 1 lb. **Brand:** red star **Price:** 125.27 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🥃 Elevate your distillation game with the yeast that pros trust! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Distiller Yeast 1 lb. by red star - **How much does it cost?** 125.27 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/7356614-distiller-yeast-1-lb) ## Best For - red star enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted red star brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Bulk Efficiency:** One pound of yeast is enough to ferment approximately 500 gallons, perfect for serious craft distillers. - • **Proven Industry Standard:** Chosen by North American distillers for over two decades, a legacy of consistent, high-quality results. - • **Maximize Your Spirit Yield:** Ferments grain mash to a potent 22% alcohol before slowing down, ensuring top-tier ethanol production. - • **Optimized for Grain Mashes:** Specially tailored for corn mash and syrup fermentations, not for wines or beers—precision where it counts. - • **Temperature Controlled Performance:** Delivers peak alcohol output under ideal fermentation temps below 90°F (32°C) for flawless results. ## Overview Distiller Yeast 1 lb is a premium saccharomyces cerevisiae strain engineered specifically for grain mash fermentations, capable of producing up to 22% alcohol by volume. Trusted by North American distillers for over 20 years, it excels in corn mash and syrup fermentations under controlled temperatures, providing efficient coverage for approximately 500 gallons per pound. ## Description A specially selected strain of saccharomyces cerevisiae designed for distiller's use in grain mash fermentations for ethanol. Daddy will produce maximum alcohol yields under controlled temperatures (less than 90 degree F, 32 degree C). it has been the choice of many producers in North America for over 20 years. It has been used for the manufacture of light spirit and whiskeys. It is also used on Corn mash and syrup fermentations. Ferments up to 22 percent before slowing. Use Nutrients to obtain the highest potential. Usually not used for wines or beers. Sufficient yeast for approximately 500 gallons. Review: This stuff works great! - Best yeast I have ever used for making mash for distillation. Way outperforms champagne yeast for overall alcohol content. Review: Good - Great product ## Features - Distiller's Yeast - A Specially selected strain of saccharomyces cerevisiae designed for distiller's Use - Usually NOT used for wines or beers ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00838S28I | | Age Range Description | 18+ | | Best Sellers Rank | #126,663 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #95 in Active Dry Yeasts | | Brand Name | Red Star | | Coin Variety 1 | Dry Yeast | | Color | Silver | | Container Type | Bag | | Cuisine | American, European | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,822) | | Included Components | Yeast | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Package Weight | 0.46 Kilograms | | Item Weight | 16 ounces | | Leavening Agent Type | Active Dry Yeast | | Manufacturer | Home Brew Ohio | | Model Number | 9804 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | 9804 | | Size | 1 lb | | Specialty | Vegan | | UPC | 055848002785 | | Unit Count | 1.00 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Red Star - **Item Form:** Powder - **Item Weight:** 16 ounces - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Unit Count:** 1.00 Count ## Images ![Distiller Yeast 1 lb. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7144QNuzJ3L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you bake bread with this yeast?** A: You could bake bread, however it isn't bread yeast. You can use bread yeast to ferment wine but it isn't as effective. I would use bread yeast for baking bread. **Q: what is the optimum fermentation temperature?** A: 68 degF-72 degF for ale and a lagger is at 50 degF- 54 degF **Q: Does this yeast produce a lot of sulfur odor? or any other flavors/aromas that would make it a no-go for wines and beers? -penny pinching brewer** A: not at all.Great success Ive had with this one. **Q: is this truely crosby and baker??** A: Take caution if you order from Home Brew Ohio. They substitute lower quality products. Happened to me twice!! Amazon had to get involved to make it right. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This stuff works great! *by A***R on December 6, 2024* Best yeast I have ever used for making mash for distillation. Way outperforms champagne yeast for overall alcohol content. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good *by W***Z on January 29, 2026* Great product ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Distiller yeast *by M***Y on November 20, 2025* The best distillery yeast we have bought by far. ## Frequently Bought Together - Distiller Yeast 1 lb. - Fermax Yeast Nutrient, 1lb - BSG Handcraft Amylase Enzyme - 1 lb. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/7356614-distiller-yeast-1-lb](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/7356614-distiller-yeast-1-lb) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*