Mangrove Jack's M05 Mead Yeast

Suitable for all styles of mead.

A high ester-producing strain conferring fresh, floral esters, especially when fermented cool. This yeast has high alcohol tolerance and ferments well over a wide temperature range.

Technical Characteristics

Strain Classification Sacchoromyces cerevisiae
Recommended Temperature Range 59-86°F (15-30°C)
Attenuation 95-100%
Flocculation Rate High
Compaction High
Viable Yeast Cells 50 billion cells per 10g package
Dry Weight 93-96%
Wild Yeast <1 per million cells
Total Bacteria <1 per million cells
GMO Status GMO free

Observable Traits

Aroma Chacteristics

This strain promotes fresh, floral aromas through high ester production, especially at cooler temperatures.

Flavour/Mouthfeel Characteristics

Meads fermented with this strain will finish dry and be relatively full-bodied with good complexity and fresh, floral character.

Higher Alcohol Beers

This strain is tolerant up to 18% abv under ideal conditions. For high-alcohol meads, ferment below 77°F (25°C).l