Lactobacillus Acidophilus - LY-LACID

One of the four Lactobacillus species that Jasper Yeast grows, L. acidophilus has the highest optimum temperature. It is homofermentaive and produces natural inhibitors that can inhibit spoilage oragnisms. It is also strongly probiotic.

Jasper Yeast Packets are suitable for up to a 10 gallon batch with a single pitch with a starting gravity of >1.055. They contain at least 200 Billion yeast cells.

Styles: Bacteria
Origin: USA
Temperature Range: 95-105°F (35-40°C)
Attenuation: 
Alcohol Tolerance: 8-12%
Flocculation: Very Low (Dusty)


At Jasper Yeast Labs they grow three species of lactic acid bacteria, namely L. plantarum, L. brevis, and L. acidophilus. Blends of these organims to enable a more robust souring potential over a larger temperature range is definietly possible.