Fermentation is at the heart of every great cider. But behind a clean, complete, and expressive ferment lies a crucial but often overlooked factor — yeast nutrition.
Cider musts, especially those made from fresh-pressed apples, can be naturally low in key nutrients that yeast need to thrive. Without proper supplementation, this can lead to a range of issues: sluggish or stuck fermentations, off-flavours, and inconsistent results. That’s where targeted yeast nutrients come into play, ensuring yeast health from rehydration through to final gravity.
Diammonium Phosphate (DAP): Quick Nitrogen Support
Nitrogen is one of the most important elements for yeast growth. Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) is a widely used nitrogen source that helps prevent long lag phases, reduce the risk of stuck ferments, and support consistent, vigorous fermentation.
In low-nitrogen environments like cider, DAP provides a fast, readily-assimilable form of nitrogen, giving yeast the fuel they need to build biomass and carry out a clean, efficient ferment. DAP is particularly effective when added early in the fermentation to support the exponential growth phase.
Go-Ferm™ Protect Evolution: Smarter Yeast Rehydration
The foundation for a successful fermentation starts the moment your yeast hits the water. Go-Ferm™ Protect Evolution is a premium yeast rehydration nutrient that protects and revitalises yeast cells before they’re even pitched into the must.
Formulated with specific sterols, vitamins, and antioxidants, it enhances cell membrane integrity and prepares yeast for the challenges of fermentation. It’s especially beneficial in cider production, where natural nutrient levels can be low and stress factors (like low pH and high sugar) are common.
By using Go-Ferm™ Protect Evolution during rehydration, you’ll see better yeast vitality, shorter lag phases, and more predictable, healthy ferments.
Yeast-Vit: Complete Nutritional Support
Once fermentation is underway, your yeast needs more than just nitrogen. That’s where Yeast-Vit comes in — a complete blend of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements designed to promote strong, consistent yeast metabolism throughout fermentation.
Yeast-Vit supports enzymatic activity, enhances aroma expression, and helps reduce the production of undesirable sulphur compounds. In cider, where nutrient balance can be delicate, it offers well-rounded support to keep fermentation smooth and stress-free.
Invest in Yeast Health
A healthy fermentation is a cornerstone of quality cider. By supporting your yeast with the right nutrients — from rehydration (Go-Ferm™ Protect Evolution) to active fermentation (DAP and Yeast-Vit) — you’re setting the stage for cleaner flavour, greater consistency, and fewer problems along the way.
Whether you’re a craft cidermaker or scaling up commercial production, investing in yeast nutrition is one of the simplest ways to raise the quality and reliability of your product.