Description
High‑performance distiller's yeast specially selected for producing wheat, corn, and other grain whiskies
Delivers rapid fermentation with a short lag phase, robust attenuation, and a clean body balanced for traditional spirit character
Recommended for Corn & Wheat Whisky, Grain-Based Spirit Fermentations, Turbo Distillation Washes, and Hybrid Grain Beers
Ferment between 77-95°F
Angel Yeast AG‑2 is a high‑performance distiller's yeast specially selected for producing wheat, corn, and other grain whiskies. It delivers rapid fermentation with a short lag phase, robust attenuation, and a clean body balanced for traditional spirit character. AG‑2 offers high tolerance to glucose, ethanol, temperature, and fermentation stress, allowing excellent maltotriose and dextrin utilization. Ideal for hybrid whiskey projects, turbo fermentations, and grain-based spirits.
Short lag time and fast, powerful fermentation
Clean flavor profile—letting grain character shine
High attenuation (>80%) for efficient sugar conversion
Fermentation at 77–95 °F (25–35 °C)
Alcohol tolerance up to 18% ABV
High glucose/ethanol resistance and maltotriose utilization
Fermentation Range
77–95°F (25–35°C)
Usage Rate
0.5–1.0 g/L (50–100 g/hL)
Rehydration Instructions
Rehydrate in 5–10× its weight in lukewarm water or diluted mash (approx. 22–30 °C / 72–86 °F) for 7–15 minutes. Gently stir, rest another 10–15 minutes, then pitch.
Applications
Corn & Wheat Whisky • Grain-Based Spirit Fermentations • Turbo Distillation Washes • Hybrid Grain Beers fermentations.