Yeast Nutrient
Propper Seltzer
Propper Seltzer® takes the guesswork out of hard seltzer brewing, allowing brewers to focus on the creative side of seltzers. For the quickest results, brew with your favorite Omega Yeast kveik strain. Propper Seltzer nutrient is dry and 7 bbl and 15 bbl sizes are packaged in an easy to use, resealable bag. Simply measure out the dose based on your batch size.
Recommended Homebrew Use
One 28g pack provides yeast nutrient for 5 gallons of sugar wort at 1.060 (15ºP) or lower.
Recommended Probrew Use
Dose your sugar base at 170 grams per bbl. See chart at right.
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5 gal (28g) 6-Pack
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Let the fizz begin
Directions
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1. Add sugar
Add sugar to hot water and stir to dissolve. Boil for 10 min, measure gravity and adjust.
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2. Add Propper Seltzer
Once desired gravity is reached, turn off the heat source and add Propper Seltzer nutrient.
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3. Transfer
Transfer sugar base to the fermenter at desired fermentation temperature. Aerate by shaking or oxygenating.
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4. Pitch yeast
Pitch your favorite Omega Yeast strain and let it roll.
FAQ
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Our packaging formats are sufficient for 15 bbl (2.55 kg), 7 bbl (1.19 kg), and 5 gal (28 g) hard seltzer fermentations with a starting gravity up to 15°P/brix.
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Measure your dose according to the desired target starting gravity and volume, then add it to the kettle at the end of boil prior to transferring to the whirlpool to ensure adequate mixing.
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Propper Seltzer™ supports your favorite Omega Yeast strain and many other industrial yeast (ie. champagne, distilling) in hard seltzer fermentations. We suggest pairing Propper Seltzer with Omega Yeast Kveik strains for consistent and rapid hard seltzer fermentations. For fastest and cleanest results, try it with Omega Yeast’s Lutra™ Kveik.
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If starting gravity is >15°P, this same dose is sufficient for 4.6 bbl (1.19 kg) and 3.3 gal (28 g), or we suggest increasing the dose to 1.5 packs to supply the higher nutrient levels required for these high ABV seltzers (>9% abv).
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We carefully designed Propper Seltzer to minimally impact both flavor and color. Follow the recommended dosing to product crystal clear and clean hard seltzers.
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Propper Seltzer has a long lasting shelf life (2 years from date on package). We recommend resealing after opening to prevent moisture from entering the remaining nutrient.
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Yes, if making hard seltzers with fruit additions you will still need to add nutrient to fuel a successful fermentation.
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The formulation includes organic and inorganic nitrogen as well as key minerals and vitamins required to support non-malt fermentations.
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Our suggestions for repitching the yeast slurry for a hard seltzer: Only harvest from optimized fermentations (consistent, fast tracking, healthy and >90% viable yeast) / Harvest yeast as soon as fermentation is complete / Propper Seltzer nutrient does not provide zinc and we suggest the addition of servomyces if re-pitching yeast for several generations/ Avoid reusing yeast from high ABV seltzers/ Slowly transfer yeast from the cone to avoid pulling hard seltzer through the yeast cake and harvest over a couple of hours to allow settling.
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For the cleanest base seltzer, ferment with Omega Yeast’s Lutra Kveik.
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Depending on yeast selection and fermentation temperature, fermentation can take anywhere between 2 – 14 days. For fastest results, ferment with Omega Yeast’s kveik strains at high temps (80 – 96°).
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One dose of nutrient on the hot side is sufficient for most fermentations!
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If your homebrew pack is older than 3 months, we always suggest making a starter to fuel vigorous fermentation.
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Yes, our trials have shown success as well in other non-malt fermentations.
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Propper Seltzer pairs well with any of your favorite Omega Yeast strains, but can also be used with other industrial yeast strains (ie. wine, distilling).
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Full attenuation (little to no residual sugars) can be expected when using Omega Yeast Kveik strains. When the gravity is stable, add flavor and re-ferment added sugars. Crash, clarify and carb as you do with your beers and enjoy!