Turbo

Classic 8 Yeast

Classic 8 is a yeast and nutrient mix that performs excellently under most conditions. It is the best all-rounder Turbo Yeast, specifically formulated to ferment 8 kg (17.6 lb) of Turbo Sugar for high ABV, or 6 kg (13.2 lb) of Turbo Sugar for fast fermenting. Classic 8 also includes mineral absorbants which further improve distillate quality.

Fermentation Time:

6 kg (13.2 lb) Turbo Sugar
• At 18°C (64°F): 3 days
• At 30°C (86°F): 2 days

8 kg (17.6 lb) Turbo Sugar
• At 16°C (61°F): 10 days
• At 25°C (77°F): 5 days

Yield (approx.):

• With 6 kg (13.2 lb) Turbo Sugar using the T500 Reflux Condenser: 3.7 L (0.98 US Gal) @ 93% ABV (186 Proof)
• With 8 kg (17.6 lb) Turbo Sugar using the T500 Reflux Condenser: 4.5 L (1.19 US Gal) @ 93% ABV (186 Proof)

AU & NZ: 1 x 240 g (8.4 oz) Classic 8 Turbo Yeast
USA, CAN, EU & UK: 1 x 180 g (6.34 oz) Classic 8 Turbo Yeast

1. Clean and sanitise all equipment before use.
2. Prepare water making sure you end up with 21 L (5.5 US Gal) at the correct water start temperature (indicated on the back of the sachet).
3. Now add sugar, and stir until completely dissolved before adding Turbo Yeast and Turbo Carbon.

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