{"product_id":"pure-distilling-premium-8-spirit-yeast","title":"Pure Distilling Premium 8 Spirit Yeast","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHigh-Yield 8kg Turbo Yeast for Clean Spirit Washes\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Distilling Premium 8 Spirit Yeast\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance spirit yeast designed for reliable fermentation, high alcohol yield and a clean, smooth spirit wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned primarily for \u003cstrong\u003e8kg sugar or 9kg dextrose washes\u003c\/strong\u003e, Premium 8 can produce a wash of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e when used under the recommended conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be used with \u003cstrong\u003e6kg sugar or 7kg dextrose\u003c\/strong\u003e when faster fermentation or warmer conditions are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium 8 combines \u003cstrong\u003eactive dry yeast and yeast nutrient\u003c\/strong\u003e in a convenient 243g pack and is \u003cstrong\u003eurea free\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-performance spirit yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 8kg sugar washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for 9kg dextrose washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces up to approximately 20% ABV wash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh alcohol yield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, smooth spirit quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow odour during fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable fermentation performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan also be used for faster 6kg sugar washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive dry yeast + nutrient blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrea free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e243g pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Pure Distilling product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e8kg Sugar Wash – Maximum Yield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maximum alcohol yield, Pure Distilling recommends using Premium 8 with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8kg sugar OR 9kg dextrose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare \u003cstrong\u003e21 litres of water at 30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, dissolve the sugar or dextrose and then add the yeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the cleanest fermentation, maintain the wash at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20–24°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. The manufacturer's maximum recommended fermentation range for an 8kg sugar\/9kg dextrose wash is \u003cstrong\u003e20–27°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the recommended conditions, an 8kg sugar wash can reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6kg Sugar Wash – Faster Fermentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium 8 can also be used with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6kg sugar OR 7kg dextrose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lower-gravity wash is useful when you want a \u003cstrong\u003efaster fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e or ambient temperatures are higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Distilling specifies a temperature range of \u003cstrong\u003e20–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for the 6kg sugar\/7kg dextrose option and approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–4 days\u003c\/strong\u003e fermentation under suitable conditions. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSugar vs Dextrose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium 8 can be used with either ordinary sugar or dextrose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Distilling recommends \u003cstrong\u003edextrose when the objective is the cleanest possible wash\u003c\/strong\u003e, as it can produce fewer impurities during fermentation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maximum yield:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8kg Sugar = approximately 20% wash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9kg Dextrose = approximately 20% wash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Pure Distilling Premium 8\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Clean \u0026amp; Sanitise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThoroughly clean and sanitise your fermenter, stirring paddle and other equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Prepare the Wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003e21 litres of water at approximately 30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e to your fermenter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Add Sugar or Dextrose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maximum yield, dissolve:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8kg sugar OR 9kg dextrose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStir thoroughly until completely dissolved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Add Premium 8 Spirit Yeast\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the entire \u003cstrong\u003e243g packet of Pure Distilling Premium 8 Spirit Yeast\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Distilling also recommends adding \u003cstrong\u003ePure Distilling Spirit Enhancer\u003c\/strong\u003e at this stage for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStir thoroughly. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Ferment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the cleanest result, maintain approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20–24°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow around \u003cstrong\u003e10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e for an 8kg sugar\/9kg dextrose wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Check Final Gravity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a hydrometer to confirm fermentation has finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Distilling specifies that if the hydrometer reads \u003cstrong\u003ehigher than 0.990\u003c\/strong\u003e, residual sugar remains. Stir gently and check again approximately two days later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e0.990 or lower\u003c\/strong\u003e, fermentation is considered complete for the full-strength wash. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Clear the Wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce fermentation is complete, Pure Distilling recommends using \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Clear\u003c\/strong\u003e before transferring the cleared wash for distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Fermentation Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSugar \/ Dextrose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eApprox. Wash ABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFermentation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6kg Sugar \/ 7kg Dextrose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~14%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 3–4 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8kg Sugar \/ 9kg Dextrose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~20%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–27°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor the cleanest result, aim for 20–24°C rather than simply fermenting as warm as possible.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh Spirit Yield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used as an 8kg sugar\/9kg dextrose wash, Pure Distilling states Premium 8 can produce approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4.5L at 93% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e when distilled with its Reflux Condenser, with up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4.75L at 93% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e possible with its Output Cooler upgrade. Actual results will depend on fermentation and distillation conditions. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium 8 Spirit Yeast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure Distilling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e243g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Alcohol Spirit \/ Turbo Yeast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Sugar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Dextrose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Wash ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 20%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleanest Fermentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–24°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIngredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive Dry Yeast \u0026amp; Yeast Nutrient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUrea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUrea Free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFermented Spirit Wash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Pure Distilling Premium 8 a Turbo Yeast?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Premium 8 is a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-performance spirit\/turbo yeast\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to ferment high-gravity sugar or dextrose washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much sugar do I use with Premium 8?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maximum yield, use \u003cstrong\u003e8kg of sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, Pure Distilling recommends \u003cstrong\u003e9kg dextrose\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat ABV does Premium 8 produce?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder appropriate conditions, an 8kg sugar or 9kg dextrose wash can produce approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat temperature should I ferment Premium 8 at?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the cleanest result, Pure Distilling recommends \u003cstrong\u003e20–24°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does Premium 8 take to ferment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e for the full 8kg sugar\/9kg dextrose wash under the recommended conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 6kg sugar\/7kg dextrose wash can ferment in approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–4 days\u003c\/strong\u003e under suitable conditions. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use dextrose instead of sugar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use \u003cstrong\u003e9kg dextrose\u003c\/strong\u003e instead of 8kg sugar for the maximum-yield recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Distilling recommends dextrose when seeking a particularly clean wash. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Premium 8 contain nutrients?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 243g pack contains \u003cstrong\u003eactive dry yeast and yeast nutrient\u003c\/strong\u003e and is urea free. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need Spirit Enhancer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Distilling recommends adding its \u003cstrong\u003eSpirit Enhancer\u003c\/strong\u003e with Premium 8 as part of its standard wash process. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I clear the wash before distilling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Pure Distilling Premium 8 from Border Brewing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorder Brewing Supplies stocks Pure Distilling spirit yeast, wash additives, clearing agents and distilling supplies for customers throughout Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in \u003cstrong\u003eTweed Heads South\u003c\/strong\u003e, we're conveniently located for customers across \u003cstrong\u003eTweed Heads, the Gold Coast and Northern NSW\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Click \u0026amp; Collect available locally and Australia-wide shipping for online orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Border Brewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Pure Distilling products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetitive online pricing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralia-wide shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome distilling specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClick \u0026amp; Collect from Tweed Heads South\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient for Gold Coast \u0026amp; Northern NSW customers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive range of spirit yeast and wash ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily-owned Australian business\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pure Distilling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48916070531246,"sku":"PD\/Yeast\/8","price":10.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/9373\/8670\/files\/PureDistillingPremium8SpiritYeast.jpg?v=1786945145","url":"https:\/\/www.borderbrewing.com.au\/products\/pure-distilling-premium-8-spirit-yeast","provider":"Border Brewing Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}