{"product_id":"lalvin-ec1118-wine-yeast","title":"Lalvin EC-1118 - Sparkling Wine Yeast - 5g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eReliable, Neutral Yeast for Sparkling, White, Red \u0026amp; Cider\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLalvin EC-1118\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tried-and-true workhorse yeast used by winemakers worldwide — known for its fast, clean fermentation and high alcohol tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally developed in a sparkling wine region in France, it’s now a go-to for everything from crisp whites and fruit wines to ciders and meads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strain is known for its reliability in tough fermentations — it kicks off fast, handles high sugar, and finishes dry with almost no aroma impact of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 5g sachet handles up to \u003cstrong\u003e23 litres (1 demijohn or 5-gallon batch)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is EC-1118 Best For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse EC-1118 when you want a clean, neutral finish or need to restart a stuck batch. It’s extremely flexible and works in just about anything:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSparkling wines\u003c\/strong\u003e – Primary or bottle fermentation (prise de mousse)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite and red wines\u003c\/strong\u003e – Especially when you want minimal yeast character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit wines and ciders\u003c\/strong\u003e – Clean, efficient, and very forgiving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMead\u003c\/strong\u003e – Handles high ABV and ferments dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestarting stuck fermentations\u003c\/strong\u003e – High tolerance and fast start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLalvin EC-1118 Yeast – Key Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saccharomyces cerevisiae var. cerevisiae (ex-bayanus)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 18%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–30°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKiller Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes – outcompetes wild yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoam Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low – but add nutrient for insurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral (won’t add flavour or aroma)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g per 23L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Before:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\/28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Lalvin EC-1118\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sprinkle onto must or juice and stir gently. Works well without rehydration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Method: \u003c\/strong\u003e(Making a Yeast Starter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1\/2 teaspoon of sugar and the contents of the sachet to a glass with about 50ml of warm water. (approx. 20 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover the glass with a clean plate and simply leave for 15-20 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBefore\u003c\/span\u003e you empty the glass of yeast into your brew we recommend vigorously stirring your cider\/beer\/wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe more oxygen introduced \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline;\"\u003ebefore\u003c\/span\u003e you put the yeast on will promote a strong healthy fermentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSubstitute Yeasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Lalvin EC-1118 isn’t available here are some solid alternatives we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/lalvin-lallemand\/2127-lalvin-71b.html\"\u003eLalvin 71B-1122\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Slightly fruitier and softens acidity, ideal for meads and ciders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/gervin-yeast\/1415-gervin-gv3-wine-yeast.html\"\u003eGervin GV3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Strong fermenter for sparkling wine, cider, and high-alcohol fruit ferments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/mangrove-jack-s-premium-wine-yeast\/2896-mangrove-jack-s-cl23-wine-yeast.html\"\u003eMangrove Jack’s CL23\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Clean, crisp and capable of higher ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewer’s Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve got a batch stuck halfway or a must that’s low in nutrients, EC-1118 is your safest bet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt finishes strong and won’t interfere with fruit, honey, or grape character. Just don’t expect it to bring any added aroma — that’s your ingredients’ job.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lallemand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626858312023,"sku":"3936","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/5783.jpg?v=1769258328","url":"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/products\/lalvin-ec1118-wine-yeast","provider":"The Hop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}