High-Yield 8kg Turbo Yeast for Clean Spirit Washes
Pure Distilling Premium 8 Spirit Yeast is a high-performance spirit yeast designed for reliable fermentation, high alcohol yield and a clean, smooth spirit wash.
Designed primarily for 8kg sugar or 9kg dextrose washes, Premium 8 can produce a wash of approximately 20% ABV when used under the recommended conditions.
It can also be used with 6kg sugar or 7kg dextrose when faster fermentation or warmer conditions are required.
Premium 8 combines active dry yeast and yeast nutrient in a convenient 243g pack and is urea free.
Why You'll Love It
- High-performance spirit yeast
- Designed for 8kg sugar washes
- Suitable for 9kg dextrose washes
- Produces up to approximately 20% ABV wash
- High alcohol yield
- Clean, smooth spirit quality
- Low odour during fermentation
- Reliable fermentation performance
- Can also be used for faster 6kg sugar washes
- Active dry yeast + nutrient blend
- Urea free
- 243g pack
- Genuine Pure Distilling product
8kg Sugar Wash – Maximum Yield
For maximum alcohol yield, Pure Distilling recommends using Premium 8 with:
8kg sugar OR 9kg dextrose
Prepare 21 litres of water at 30°C, dissolve the sugar or dextrose and then add the yeast.
For the cleanest fermentation, maintain the wash at approximately 20–24°C. The manufacturer's maximum recommended fermentation range for an 8kg sugar/9kg dextrose wash is 20–27°C.
Under the recommended conditions, an 8kg sugar wash can reach approximately 20% ABV.
6kg Sugar Wash – Faster Fermentation
Premium 8 can also be used with:
6kg sugar OR 7kg dextrose
This lower-gravity wash is useful when you want a faster fermentation or ambient temperatures are higher.
Pure Distilling specifies a temperature range of 20–30°C for the 6kg sugar/7kg dextrose option and approximately 3–4 days fermentation under suitable conditions.
Sugar vs Dextrose
Premium 8 can be used with either ordinary sugar or dextrose.
Pure Distilling recommends dextrose when the objective is the cleanest possible wash, as it can produce fewer impurities during fermentation.
For maximum yield:
8kg Sugar = approximately 20% wash
or
9kg Dextrose = approximately 20% wash
How to Use Pure Distilling Premium 8
1. Clean & Sanitise
Thoroughly clean and sanitise your fermenter, stirring paddle and other equipment.
2. Prepare the Wash
Add 21 litres of water at approximately 30°C to your fermenter.
3. Add Sugar or Dextrose
For maximum yield, dissolve:
8kg sugar OR 9kg dextrose
Stir thoroughly until completely dissolved.
4. Add Premium 8 Spirit Yeast
Add the entire 243g packet of Pure Distilling Premium 8 Spirit Yeast.
Pure Distilling also recommends adding Pure Distilling Spirit Enhancer at this stage for best results.
Stir thoroughly.
5. Ferment
For the cleanest result, maintain approximately:
20–24°C
Allow around 10 days for an 8kg sugar/9kg dextrose wash.
6. Check Final Gravity
Use a hydrometer to confirm fermentation has finished.
Pure Distilling specifies that if the hydrometer reads higher than 0.990, residual sugar remains. Stir gently and check again approximately two days later.
At 0.990 or lower, fermentation is considered complete for the full-strength wash.
7. Clear the Wash
Once fermentation is complete, Pure Distilling recommends using Crystal Clear before transferring the cleared wash for distillation.
Recommended Fermentation Guide
| Sugar / Dextrose | Approx. Wash ABV | Temperature | Fermentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6kg Sugar / 7kg Dextrose | ~14% | 20–30°C | Approx. 3–4 days |
| 8kg Sugar / 9kg Dextrose | ~20% | 20–27°C | Approx. 10 days |
For the cleanest result, aim for 20–24°C rather than simply fermenting as warm as possible.
High Spirit Yield
When used as an 8kg sugar/9kg dextrose wash, Pure Distilling states Premium 8 can produce approximately 4.5L at 93% ABV when distilled with its Reflux Condenser, with up to approximately 4.75L at 93% ABV possible with its Output Cooler upgrade. Actual results will depend on fermentation and distillation conditions.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Premium 8 Spirit Yeast |
| Brand | Pure Distilling |
| Pack Size | 243g |
| Product Type | High Alcohol Spirit / Turbo Yeast |
| Recommended Sugar | 8kg |
| Recommended Dextrose | 9kg |
| Maximum Wash ABV | Approx. 20% |
| Cleanest Fermentation | 20–24°C |
| Ingredients | Active Dry Yeast & Yeast Nutrient |
| Urea | Urea Free |
| Application | Fermented Spirit Wash |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pure Distilling Premium 8 a Turbo Yeast?
Yes. Premium 8 is a high-performance spirit/turbo yeast designed to ferment high-gravity sugar or dextrose washes.
How much sugar do I use with Premium 8?
For maximum yield, use 8kg of sugar.
Alternatively, Pure Distilling recommends 9kg dextrose.
What ABV does Premium 8 produce?
Under appropriate conditions, an 8kg sugar or 9kg dextrose wash can produce approximately 20% ABV.
What temperature should I ferment Premium 8 at?
For the cleanest result, Pure Distilling recommends 20–24°C.
The permitted range depends on wash strength: 20–27°C for the full 8kg sugar wash and 20–30°C for the lower 6kg sugar wash.
How long does Premium 8 take to ferment?
Allow approximately 10 days for the full 8kg sugar/9kg dextrose wash under the recommended conditions.
A 6kg sugar/7kg dextrose wash can ferment in approximately 3–4 days under suitable conditions.
Can I use dextrose instead of sugar?
Yes. Use 9kg dextrose instead of 8kg sugar for the maximum-yield recipe.
Pure Distilling recommends dextrose when seeking a particularly clean wash.
Does Premium 8 contain nutrients?
Yes. The 243g pack contains active dry yeast and yeast nutrient and is urea free.
Do I need Spirit Enhancer?
Pure Distilling recommends adding its Spirit Enhancer with Premium 8 as part of its standard wash process.
Should I clear the wash before distilling?
Yes. Once fermentation is complete, clearing the wash and transferring it away from settled yeast and solids helps prepare it for distillation. Pure Distilling recommends its Crystal Clear product for this stage.
Why Buy Pure Distilling Premium 8 from Border Brewing?
Border Brewing Supplies stocks Pure Distilling spirit yeast, wash additives, clearing agents and distilling supplies for customers throughout Australia.
Located in Tweed Heads South, we're conveniently located for customers across Tweed Heads, the Gold Coast and Northern NSW, with Click & Collect available locally and Australia-wide shipping for online orders.
Why Choose Border Brewing?
- Genuine Pure Distilling products
- Competitive online pricing
- Australia-wide shipping
- Home distilling specialists
- Click & Collect from Tweed Heads South
- Convenient for Gold Coast & Northern NSW customers
- Extensive range of spirit yeast and wash ingredients
- Family-owned Australian business
