Lalvin EC-1118 Wine Yeast (10 Pack) – Champagne Yeast for Sparkling Wines & More

Overview

Lalvin EC-1118 wine yeast is a versatile champagne-style option designed for home fermentations. This 10-pack of 5 g sachets offers convenient dosing for a wide range of projects, from sparkling wine bases to fruit ciders, meads, and even broader base fermentations. The yeast is repackaged in Canada by CAPYBARA Distributors Inc., maintaining the trusted lineage of Lallemand Inc. products while delivering practical packaging for hobbyists and small batches.

Whether you’re aiming for lively bubbles in a sparkling base or a clean foundation for in-bottle secondary fermentation, EC-1118 can be a dependable companion along the way. The packaging and labeling emphasize flexibility and repeatable results, helping you plan fermentations with confidence.

Key Package Details

• INCLUDES: 10 packs (5 g sachets) of Lalvin EC-1118 wine yeast.
• Manufactured by Lallemand Inc. and repackaged in Canada by CAPYBARA Distributors Inc.
• INOCULATION RATE: 5 g sachet makes 4.5 L to 23 L, depending on must composition and desired body.
• WINE STYLES: Sparkling wine base and Prise de Mousse; useful for a wide range of applications, including wine and fruit cider fermentations.
• ALCOHOL TOLERANCE: Up to 18%; FERMENTATION RANGE: 10–30°C (50–86°F); GRAPE VARIETY PAIRING: Adds fresh floral aromas to neutral varieties or high-yield grapes.
• EC-1118 is known for robust and reliable kinetics and has been selected in famous sparkling wine regions for both base wine and in-bottle secondary fermentation; it also shows strong osmotic pressure resistance.

What You Might Expect in Practice

Home fermentations with EC-1118 can yield a clean, neutral fermentation profile that serves as a solid foundation for sparkling bases or sweeter styles. You may notice a steady pace through the main fermentation, with possibilities for subtle aromatic notes depending on grape type and must characteristics. The yeast’s tolerance to osmotic stress makes it a practical choice for varied musts, including high-sugar or concentrated blends often used in fruit ciders and sparkling bases.

People who enjoy experimenting with wine, cider, mead, or kombucha at home may find EC-1118 a flexible option for creating consistent batches. While results depend on your equipment, ingredients, and process, this yeast is designed to support a wide range of home fermentation goals without overcomplicating the workflow.