--- product_id: 7356614 title: "Red Star 9804 Dady Distillers Active Dry Yeast, 1lb (Packaging may vary)" brand: "red star" price: "€ 32.90" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Red Star" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/7356614-red-star-9804-dady-distillers-active-dry-yeast-1lb-packaging store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # 20+ years trusted North American legacy 1 lb bag ferments ~500 gallons Up to 22% ABV fermentation power Red Star 9804 Dady Distillers Active Dry Yeast, 1lb (Packaging may vary) **Brand:** red star **Price:** € 32.90 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍸 Elevate your distilling game with the yeast that powers legends! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Red Star 9804 Dady Distillers Active Dry Yeast, 1lb (Packaging may vary) by red star - **How much does it cost?** € 32.90 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/7356614-red-star-9804-dady-distillers-active-dry-yeast-1lb-packaging) ## Best For - red star enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted red star brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Proven Industry Standard:** Trusted by distillers across North America for over two decades—join the elite producers. - • **Maximize Your Spirit Yields:** Specially selected saccharomyces cerevisiae optimized for high alcohol output up to 22% ABV. - • **Versatile Grain Compatibility:** Perfect for corn mash, syrup fermentations, and light spirits like whiskey. - • **Precision Fermentation Control:** Performs best under 90°F (32°C) for consistent, high-quality ethanol production. - • **Bulk Ready for Serious Crafting:** 1 lb dry yeast bag supports fermentation of approximately 500 gallons—scale your craft effortlessly. ## Overview Red Star Distiller's Yeast is a premium, active dry yeast strain engineered specifically for grain mash fermentations, delivering up to 22% alcohol by volume. With over 20 years of trusted use in North American distilleries, it ensures maximum ethanol yield under controlled temperatures (below 90°F). Ideal for corn mash, syrup fermentations, and light spirits like whiskey, this 1 lb package can ferment approximately 500 gallons, making it the go-to choice for professional and aspiring distillers alike. ## Description A specially selected strain of saccharomyces cerevisiae designed for distiller's use in grain mash fermentations for ethanol. Daddy will produce maximum alcohol yields under controlled temperatures (less than 90 degree F, 32 degree C). it has been the choice of many producers in North America for over 20 years. It has been used for the manufacture of light spirit and whiskeys. It is also used on Corn mash and syrup fermentations. Ferments up to 22 percent before slowing. Use Nutrients to obtain the highest potential. Usually not used for wines or beers. Sufficient yeast for approximately 500 gallons. Review: This is a very active yeast that works great even stored in the freezer for periods of time. - This works better than expected after two years in the freezer and it's still going great very active. Review: This stuff works great! - Best yeast I have ever used for making mash for distillation. Way outperforms champagne yeast for overall alcohol content. ## Features - Distiller's Yeast - A Specially selected strain of saccharomyces cerevisiae designed for distiller's Use - Usually NOT used for wines or beers ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00838S28I | | Age Range Description | 18+ | | Best Sellers Rank | #150,538 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #119 in Active Dry Yeasts | | Brand | Red Star | | Brand Name | Red Star | | Coin Variety 1 | Dry Yeast | | Color | Silver | | Container Type | Bag | | Cuisine | American, European | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,830 Reviews | | Included Components | Yeast | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Package Weight | 0.46 kg | | Item Weight | 16 ounces | | Leavening Agent Type | Active Dry Yeast | | Manufacturer | Home Brew Ohio | | Model Number | 9804 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Part Number | 9804 | | Size | 1 lb | | Specialty | Vegan | | UPC | 055848002785 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Red Star - **Item Form:** Powder - **Item Weight:** 16 ounces - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Unit Count:** 1.00 Count ## Images ![Red Star 9804 Dady Distillers Active Dry Yeast, 1lb (Packaging may vary) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7144QNuzJ3L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you bake bread with this yeast?** A: You could bake bread, however it isn't bread yeast. You can use bread yeast to ferment wine but it isn't as effective. I would use bread yeast for baking bread. **Q: what is the optimum fermentation temperature?** A: 68 degF-72 degF for ale and a lagger is at 50 degF- 54 degF **Q: Does this yeast produce a lot of sulfur odor? or any other flavors/aromas that would make it a no-go for wines and beers? -penny pinching brewer** A: not at all.Great success Ive had with this one. **Q: is this truely crosby and baker??** A: Take caution if you order from Home Brew Ohio. They substitute lower quality products. Happened to me twice!! Amazon had to get involved to make it right. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a very active yeast that works great even stored in the freezer for periods of time. *by C***Y on June 5, 2026* This works better than expected after two years in the freezer and it's still going great very active. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This stuff works great! *by A***R on December 6, 2024* Best yeast I have ever used for making mash for distillation. Way outperforms champagne yeast for overall alcohol content. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good *by W***Z on January 29, 2026* Great product ## Frequently Bought Together - Distiller Yeast 1 lb. - Fermax Yeast Nutrient, 1lb - BSG Handcraft Amylase Enzyme - 1 lb. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/7356614-red-star-9804-dady-distillers-active-dry-yeast-1lb-packaging](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/7356614-red-star-9804-dady-distillers-active-dry-yeast-1lb-packaging) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-10-10*