{"product_id":"mangrove-jacks-bv7-yeast","title":"Mangrove Jacks BV7 - Universal Wine Yeast","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBest Yeast for Balanced, Varietal-Driven White \u0026amp; Red Wines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMangrove Jack’s BV7\u003c\/strong\u003e is a multi-purpose wine yeast that enhances full varietal flavour expression without overpowering the natural grape character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s well suited for both red and white wine styles — ideal when you want clean, expressive fermentation with good mouthfeel and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis strain brings out natural fruit and aroma without masking it, delivering wines with balance, structure, and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is BV7 Best For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse BV7 when you want a clean, varietal-enhancing fermentation with a balanced structure and aroma. It's well suited for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e – Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir \u0026amp; more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite varietals\u003c\/strong\u003e – Chardonnay, Semillon, Pinot Gris \u0026amp; more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit wines\u003c\/strong\u003e – Plum, Cherry \u0026amp; more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBV7 Yeast Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type:disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saccharomyces cerevisiae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e One sachet treats 19–25 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlocculation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, varietal-enhancing, retains grape aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Mangrove Jack’s BV7\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sprinkle directly onto your must or juice and stir gently. No need to rehydrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Method (Yeast Starter):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1\/2 tsp sugar and the contents of the sachet to ~50ml of warm water (~20°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover the glass with a clean plate and let stand 15–20 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir your wine or juice to oxygenate just before pitching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour the yeast starter into your fermenter and mix gently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSubstitute Yeasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Mangrove Jack’s BV7 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\/gervin-yeast\/1413-gervin-gv1-wine-yeast.html\"\u003eGervin GV1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Clean, all-purpose wine yeast for reds and whites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/lalvin-lallemand\/2021-lalvin-k1-v1116-wine-yeast.html\"\u003eLalvin K1-V1116\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Aromatic, robust fermentation with strong ester expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs – BV7 Yeast in a Nutshell\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs BV7 better for white or red wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt works well for both. BV7 is designed to enhance varietal character regardless of colour, especially in clean, fruit-forward wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes BV7 produce off-flavours?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo – it’s a neutral yeast that supports the natural grape flavour without masking it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use BV7 for fruit wines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It’s a great all-rounder and performs reliably in many fruit-based musts as long as nutrient levels are sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626101109079,"sku":"877","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/5798.jpg?v=1769253761","url":"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/products\/mangrove-jacks-bv7-yeast","provider":"The Hop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}