CellarScience NECTAR Specialty Ale Yeast – 12 g
Brand: CellarScience
Why Brewers Love It
NECTAR is a fun and unique specialty ale yeast with a UK pedigree. It emphasizes fresh malt character while producing fruity, citrus, and floral aromatics. Perfect when you want a vibrant, aromatic ale without the overpowering yeast signature.
Flavor & Aroma
Expect bright citrus and fruit esters, along with floral overtones. The malt base remains present, adding roundness and body while the yeast delivers aromatic lift.
Best Uses
- Pale Ales – showcase hop and malt interplay with aromatic yeast support.
- IPAs – especially those using late hop additions or lighter malt bills.
- Golden & Blonde Ales – where yeast character adds complexity without heavy flavor.
Technical Specifications
- Format: Dry yeast
- Packet weight: 12 g
- Optimal fermentation temperature: 63-72 °F (18-22 °C)
- Attenuation: 75-80 percent
- Flocculation: Medium
- Alcohol tolerance: Up to 12 percent ABV
- Gluten free: Yes
Brew Tips
- Direct pitch (sprinkle) onto wort surface; the yeast is designed for high viability with no initial oxygenation required.
- If you prefer, rehydrate using warm water (29-35 °C) with nutrient (FermStart) for better performance.
- Ferment in the lower part of the temperature range to preserve malt and floral notes; warmer fermentations will enhance fruity esters.
