Lalbrew – Servomyces Zinc Enriched Capsules – 6 pack

Lalbrew – Servomyces Zinc Enriched Capsules

Originally developed for German brewers by the University of Munich and the Hefebank Weihenstephan, LalBrew® Servomyces is a natural, single-strain brewing yeast used as a biological vehicle for minerals. Unlike mineral salts (like zinc sulfate), Servomyces incorporates zinc into the living cellular matrix of the yeast during propagation. When added to the boil, the yeast is inactivated, but the zinc remains trapped in the cells; when the primary fermentation yeast later consumes these “packets,” the zinc is immediately available for protein synthesis and enzyme cofactor activity. This results in faster fermentation, improved flocculation, higher alcohol yields, and the elimination of harsh sulfur notes. It is especially effective for lagers, high-gravity brewing, and beers with high adjunct ratios.

Key Benefits

• Superior Bio-availability: Zinc is presented in an organic cellular form, making it more effective than inorganic mineral salts.
• Reduced Fermentation Time: Can significantly decrease lag phases and total fermentation duration.
• Improved Yeast Health: Stimulates the uptake of maltose and maltotriose, leading to better attenuation and higher alcohol yields.
• Cleaner Sensory Profile: Actively reduces the production of unpleasant sulfur compounds for a smoother, more balanced finish.
• Reinheitsgebot Compliant: Conforms to German purity laws as it is technically a yeast-based product.
• Efficient Harvesting: Enhances yeast sedimentation (flocculation), making it easier to harvest healthy yeast for repitching.

Applications

• Brewing: Essential for all beer styles, especially high-gravity ales/lagers, adjunct-heavy recipes (corn/rice), and whenever yeast is being re-pitched multiple times.
• Winemaking: Highly effective for stuck fermentations or high-sugar musts where yeast stress is high.
• Distilling: Used in grain-neutral spirit or whiskey washes to ensure rapid and complete attenuation, maximising ethanol yield per batch.
• Cider Making: Provides critical nutrients often lacking in apple juice to prevent “rhino farts” (hydrogen sulfide) and sluggish fermentations.

Typical Usage

• Dosage: 1 capsule (270mg) per 20 – 25L batch.
• Timing: Must be added to the kettle 10 minutes before the end of the boil.
• Mechanism: The boil inactivates the Servomyces yeast, allowing the primary fermentation yeast to consume the zinc-enriched cell matter.

Technical Data & Properties

• Physical Form: Tan powder enclosed in water-soluble capsules.
• Zinc Concentration: 50,000 – 60,000 ppm.
• Solids: > 93%.
• Microbiology: Contains inactive Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
• GMO Status: Non-GMO.
• Allergens: Free from common allergens.

Storage and Handling

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Ensure the packaging (blister pack or sachet) remains intact to prevent moisture ingress.
• Safety: Avoid breathing dust if a capsule breaks. Zinc in high concentrations can be an irritant; wash hands after handling.
• Shelf Life: 3 years from the date of manufacture when stored correctly.

Summary

LalBrew® Servomyces is often called “yeast insurance.” By providing zinc—the single most important trace element for yeast health—in its most digestible form, it guarantees that your fermentation will be faster, cleaner, and more robust, regardless of the gravity or style.