Yeast for production of mead 50 l - deep - VO Dol.
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High-quality Dol. deep-leavening yeast and nutrient salt to produce 50 liters of mead.
Dol Deep-Fermenting Yeast and Nutrient Salt – Set for 50 Litres
Want to prepare honest homemade mead that is well fermented, stable, and clean in taste? Besides quality bee honey, the key factor is choosing the right yeast. Dol deep-fermenting yeast is a proven choice in Czech beekeeping – it was bred at the Bee Research Institute in Dol specifically with the needs of mead production in mind.
The set is prepared for a batch of up to 50 litres and helps prevent the most common fermentation problems, such as premature stopping of the process or insufficient fermentation. Thanks to deep fermentation, the yeast can work even in environments with higher sugar content and supports the production of mead with a higher alcohol content.
Why choose Dol yeast
This yeast is not intended only for mead – it also works very well for fruit wine production. A great advantage is its use as a "rescue" solution: if your mead ferments weakly or fermentation stops prematurely, it can help correct under-fermented mead and restart the process.
The package also includes precisely prepared nutrient salt, which supplies the yeast with the necessary nutrients for good multiplication and a smooth fermentation process. You don't need to source or calculate anything separately.
Tips for successful fermentation
For the best results, follow the basic principles. Store the yeast in a cool place (approx. 10–20 °C). After opening the tube, the contents must be used immediately to prepare the starter culture.
What to watch out for (common mistakes):
- Starter culture preparation: Follow the recommended temperature and time for activating the starter. A weak starter often means a slow start and a risk of problems at the beginning of fermentation.
- Nutrient salt: Add the entire dose to the prepared (boiled and cooled) honey solution with a volume of 50 l, not to the small starter culture.
- Fermentation temperature: A stable 22–26 °C is ideal. Large fluctuations (e.g., near a heater during the day and cold at night) can slow down fermentation.
- Smaller volume: If you are preparing less than 50 l, use the entire yeast package, but reduce the nutrient salt proportionally (dosage 0.3 g per 1 l).
Package contents and design
The set contains a glass ampoule with a pure yeast culture (noble yeast in liquid state on agar medium) and a sachet of crystalline nutrient salt. This packaging helps keep the culture clean and protected until the moment of use.
How to prepare good mead? – instructions
Parameter Table
| Parameter | Value |
| Manufacturer | Bee Research Institute Ltd., Dol |
| Intended use | Mead production, fruit wine production, correction of under-fermented products |
| Yeast type | Deep-fermenting (suitable for higher alcohol %) |
| Package yield | For 50 litres of beverage |
| Recommended fermentation temperature | 22 – 26 °C |
| Storage (before use) | Dark, cool place (10 – 20 °C) |
| Package contents | Tube with yeast + sachet of nutrient salt |
Choose the proven Dol yeast and enjoy the pleasure of your own mead, appreciated by every beekeeper and lover of honey beverages.
