DistilaMax™ MW
Yeast selected for use in the production of malt Whisky.Yeast selected for use in the production of malt Whisky.
Features focus
Temp. range: 25°C – 33°C
Scotch Whisky style
Complexity
Description
DistilaMax MW is a specially selected yeast strain designed for the efficient fermentation of maltose, maltotriose, and a broad range of sugars naturally present in malted barley. With its strong alcohol tolerance, performing reliably up to 15% v/v, this strain is ideal for whisky producers seeking robust and consistent fermentation performance.
Recommended for the production of malted barley whisky (Scotch‑style whisky), DistilaMax MW delivers a fermentation profile that supports the creation of a spirit with refined complexity and pronounced fruity notes. Its balanced congener production enhances both the new‑make character and the maturation potential of the whisky.
Engineered for distilleries that prioritise quality and flavour development, DistilaMax™ MW offers dependable kinetics, excellent flavour consistency, and suitability across a variety of malt‑based wort compositions.
Key Benefits
- Efficiently ferments key sugars from malted barley (maltose, maltotriose, and more)
- High alcohol tolerance, performing well up to 15% v/v
- Ideal for Scotch‑style malt whisky production
- Produces a balanced, complex congener profile with enhanced fruity character
- Supports consistent, high‑quality spirit production batch after batch
DistilaMax MW is a trusted solution for distillers aiming to craft whiskies with depth, elegance, and distinctive malt‑derived character.