{"product_id":"lalvin-k1-v1116-wine-yeast","title":"Lalvin K1-V1116 - Universal Wine Yeast - 5g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBoost Floral Aroma \u0026amp; Fruit in White, Rosé, and Sparkling Wines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLalvin K1 (V1116)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Mediterranean-origin yeast known for creating intensely aromatic wines with fresh floral and fruity notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works especially well with neutral grape varieties or high-yield fruit where you want to bring out more character — think banana, citrus blossom, red berries, and a light, crisp finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis yeast is also one of the most robust strains for tough ferments — including cold temps, low nutrients, or late-harvest musts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 5g sachet is enough for \u003cstrong\u003e23L (1 demijohn or 5-gallon batch)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Lalvin K1 Best For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK1 (V1116) really shines when you're making clean, aromatic wines with a refreshing profile. It’s great with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite and rosé wines\u003c\/strong\u003e – Especially from neutral or high-yield grapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSparkling wines\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds lift and bright fruitiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit wines \u0026amp; ciders\u003c\/strong\u003e – Where you want a crisp, ester-rich aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMead\u003c\/strong\u003e – Boosts aroma and handles challenging ferments well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLate-harvest or ice wines\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reliable even in difficult conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLalvin K1 Yeast – Key Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saccharomyces cerevisiae var. cerevisiae\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 10–35°C (best ester expression \u0026lt;16°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoam Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low\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\u003eNitrogen Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium – use nutrient for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banana, red fruit, citrus blossom, white flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g sachet per 23L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Before:\u003c\/strong\u003e 04\/28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Lalvin K1 (V1116)\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 K1-V1116 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\/2022-lalvin-ec-1118.html\"\u003eLalvin EC-1118\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Extremely robust, high alcohol tolerance, great for sparkling and late-harvest ferments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/lalvin-lallemand\/2127-lalvin-71b.html\"\u003eLalvin 71B\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reduces acidity, enhances fruitiness in mead and white wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/gervin-yeast\/1358-gervin-gv10.html\"\u003eGervin GV10\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Smooth floral character, great for lighter fruit or dessert wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/other-wine-yeasts\/2738-mangrove-jacks-m05-mead-yeast.html\"\u003eMangrove Jack's M05 Mead Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reliable in meads and fruit wines, enhances aroma and ferments clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewer’s Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want more floral esters (think banana or blossom), ferment cool — below 16°C if you can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis yeast is also a solid pick when your must is lacking nutrients or you’re fermenting something tricky like ice wine or elderflower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s forgiving, clean, and enhances the fruit you’ve got.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hambleton Bard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626858246487,"sku":"3938","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/5772.jpg?v=1769258327","url":"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/products\/lalvin-k1-v1116-wine-yeast","provider":"The Hop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}