Alcotec 48 Pure Turbo Yeast
Alcotec 48 Pure Turbo Yeast is a high-performance spirit yeast designed for both fast fermentation and high-alcohol washes.
Its temperature-tolerant, high-alcohol yeast strain is combined with precisely formulated nutrients, pH regulation, trace minerals, vitamins and an antifoaming agent to support reliable fermentation.
Depending on the amount of sugar used, Alcotec 48 Pure can be used for a fast 48-hour wash or a slower, higher-alcohol fermentation.
Why Choose Alcotec 48 Pure?
- Fast 48-hour fermentation option
- Suitable for high-alcohol spirit washes
- Temperature-tolerant yeast strain
- Contains yeast nutrients
- Built-in pH regulation
- Trace minerals & vitamins
- Antifoaming agent included
- Mineral absorbents for improved purity
- Suitable for sugar washes
- Excellent all-round Turbo Yeast
Fermentation Guide
| Sugar | Temperature | Fermentation Time |
|---|---|---|
| 6kg | 20–35°C | Approx. 2 days |
| 7kg | 20–30°C | Approx. 3 days |
| 8kg | 20–27°C | Approx. 5 days |
| 9kg | 18–24°C | Approx. 7–10 days |
Your current Alcotec instructions specify these four fermentation schedules, with alcohol yield determined by the amount of sugar added at the beginning.
Fast Fermentation or Higher Alcohol?
One of the advantages of Alcotec 48 Turbo Yeast is its flexibility.
For a fast spirit wash, use the lower sugar addition and appropriate fermentation temperature.
For a higher-alcohol wash, use the higher sugar addition and allow additional fermentation time while maintaining good temperature control.
Alcotec 48 is commonly used for approximately 14% ABV in 48 hours or up to around 20% ABV with a longer fermentation, depending on conditions.
Alcotec 48 Pure vs Alcotec 48 Carbon
Alcotec 48 Pure is an excellent choice for a straightforward, high-performance Turbo Yeast with mineral absorbents and a precisely formulated nutrient blend.
Alcotec 48 Carbon adds activated carbon to the formulation for additional adsorption of unwanted fermentation compounds.
If you've been getting great results from Alcotec 48 Pure, there's no need to complicate things — it's a proven all-round Turbo Yeast for fast and high-alcohol washes.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Alcotec 48 Pure |
| Brand | Alcotec |
| Type | Turbo Yeast / Spirit Yeast |
| Pack Size | 243g Australia/NZ pack |
| Fast Fermentation | Approx. 48 hours |
| Maximum Wash ABV | Up to approx. 20% |
| Sugar Range | 6–9kg |
| Application | Spirit / Sugar Wash |
The Australian/NZ Alcotec 48 pack is listed as 243g.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcotec 48 Pure Turbo Yeast?
Alcotec 48 Pure is a high-alcohol, temperature-tolerant Turbo Yeast formulated with nutrients and other fermentation aids for producing spirit washes.
Can Alcotec 48 really ferment in 48 hours?
Yes. The lower-gravity method is designed for approximately 48-hour fermentation under suitable conditions.
Higher-alcohol washes require additional fermentation time.
How much sugar do I use?
Alcotec 48 Pure can be used with different sugar quantities depending on the desired fermentation speed and alcohol level.
Your options range from 6kg for the faster fermentation through to 9kg for the highest-yield method.
What ABV can Alcotec 48 Pure produce?
Depending on sugar quantity and fermentation conditions, Alcotec 48 can produce approximately 14% ABV rapidly or up to around 20% ABV with a longer fermentation.
Does Alcotec 48 contain nutrients?
Yes. It contains a formulated nutrient system including a nitrogen source, pH regulator, trace minerals and vitamins, along with an antifoaming agent.
Where can I buy Alcotec 48 Pure Turbo Yeast?
Border Brewing Supplies stocks Alcotec 48 Pure Turbo Yeast online with Australia-wide shipping.
Click & Collect is also available from Tweed Heads South, convenient for customers across the Gold Coast, Tweed Heads and Northern NSW.
Why Buy from Border Brewing?
- Competitive online pricing
- Multi-buy Turbo Yeast discounts
- Australia-wide shipping
- Click & Collect from Tweed Heads South
- Alcotec Turbo Yeast range
- Home distilling supplies
- Convenient for Gold Coast & Northern NSW customers
- Family-owned Australian business
