Lalvin EC-1118 (Prise de Mousse) Wine Yeast – 5 g Dry Sachet

Clean, Neutral Fermentation with Reliable “Champagne Yeast” Performance

Lalvin EC-1118 (Prise de Mousse) is a classic dry wine yeast known for fast, steady fermentations and a clean, neutral profile that lets fruit and honey character shine. It’s widely used for sparkling wine base fermentations and bottle conditioning, and it’s also a dependable choice for mead, cider, and fruit wines—especially when you want a strong, low-fuss ferment that finishes crisp and dry.

At SoCal Brewing Supply, we offer Lalvin EC-1118 in convenient 5 g sachets—perfect for small batches, split trials, or keeping a proven “backup yeast” on hand for stuck or challenging fermentations.

Key Characteristics:

• Manufacturer: Lallemand (Lalvin)
• Yeast Type: Active Dry Wine Yeast
• Strain: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• Aroma Contribution: Neutral
• Temperature Range: 50°F - 86°F (10°C - 30°C)
• Alcohol Tolerance: Up to 18% (subject to fermentation conditions)
• Competitive Factor: Active (helps dominate fermentation)
• Recommended Use: Sparkling wine base / Prise de Mousse, cider, mead, fruit wines, and difficult ferments
• Typical Inoculation Rate: 0.2 - 0.4 g/L

Why Choose Lalvin EC-1118?

• Very Reliable Fermenter: Known for strong performance across a wide range of musts and conditions
• Clean Results: Neutral profile supports bright fruit expression and a crisp finish
• Great for Sparkling & Beyond: Popular for sparkling wine work, and equally useful for mead and cider

How We Store Yeast at SoCal Brewing Supply

• Quality Focused: We take yeast storage seriously to help you get strong, predictable fermentations
• Cold Storage: Yeast is stored under proper conditions to maintain freshness and performance