Question 1

What does the carbon and turbo clear do?

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The Turbo Carbon is used during fermentation. It absorbs unwanted compounds and it bonds to the old yeast as it becomes dormant which stops the young yeast from eating it. The Turbo Clear is used to clear the wash after fermentation is complete. This ensures that you do not get yeast into the still. Both are used by almost every professional and by most amateurs. Most people who do not use it are simply uneducated about it.

Question 2

I am making a fruit mash and was wondering how to apply this product here? Just the yeast and sugar straight into the mash?

Accepted Answer

Yes, easy as can be.  I use 5 1/2 gallons of warm water, 18lbs of table sugar and a pack of the carbon.  It takes about 10 days to completely finish bubbling.  Add the clearing agent and wait another couple of days.  I get 5 quarts of 190 proof after distillation.  I've done this many times and the results of solidly consistent.

Question 3

Should I place excess packages in the freezer or refrigerator?  I know the package says cool dry place.  Will freezing hurt product?

Accepted Answer

My personal experience is I just put it in box where I put all my "stuff"..lol I've never had it long enough to put it in the fridge or freezer after use. I only use maybe a couple of tablespoons out of the pack for a 5 gallon pot. I think people are getting the off taste because they use the whole pack, you really don't need that much yeast for 5 gallons.

Question 4

can i use this with a rice mash

Accepted Answer

It’s good yeast, you can use it to ferment any sugar.  However, in a rice mash you will probably need to add some amylase to convert the starches, and you might not get the “turbo” rate, but it will work.

ASIN	B00LJ7HAX8
ASIN	B00LJ7HAX8
Age Range Description	18+
Brand Name	Still Spirits
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,457)
Customer reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,457)
Is discontinued by manufacturer	No
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Package Weight	0.93 Kilograms
Item Weight	6.17 Ounces
Leavening Agent Type	Active Dry Yeast
Manufacturer reference	4830274
Number of Pieces	5
Part Number	4830274
Product Dimensions	15.24 x 13.34 x 12.7 cm; 174.91 g
UPC	778554830274 784672332309

Still Spirits Turbo Classic 8 Yeast (Pack of 5)

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