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Spirits Enzyme Alpha-Amylase 12g
EAN: 2000005437717
Brand: Mangrove Jack
Stock qty: Pre-order
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329,17 €/Kg
Spirits Enzyme Alpha-Amylase 12 g
A bacterially-derived enzyme which breaks down starch into dextrins and simple sugars during mashing. Treats up to 7.5 kg of liquefied starch for fermentation volumes up to 25 L.
How to use
- Heat starch substrate to boiling and simmer for 30 minutes, then cool to 80 °C.
- Add the enzyme, stir thoroughly, cover, and hold at 65–80 °C for 60 minutes.
- Some substrates such as corn starch need extended boiling for complete gelatinization.
Ingredients
Sodium chloride, alpha-amylase enzyme.
Safety warning
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Frequently asked questions about this product
What does alpha-amylase actually do in the mash?
It breaks down gelatinised starch into dextrins and simple, fermentable sugars during mashing. That liquefaction step is what makes a starchy mash fermentable for spirit production.
What temperature should I hold for it to work?
Boil and gelatinise the starch first, cool to about 80 °C, then add the enzyme and hold at 65–80 °C for around 60 minutes. Adding it to boiling-hot substrate denatures the enzyme, so let it cool into the working range first.
Why do grains like corn need extra boiling?
The enzyme can only act on fully gelatinised starch, and dense starches such as corn need extended boiling to gelatinise completely. Skipping this leaves starch unconverted and lowers your sugar yield.
How much does one pack treat and how should I handle it?
One pack treats up to about 7.5 kg of liquefied starch, suiting fermentation volumes up to roughly 25 L. Avoid inhaling the powder — enzymes can trigger allergy or breathing symptoms — and stir it gently into the liquid.
| Weight (kg) | 0.012000 |
| High (m) | 0.4 |
| Width (m) | 0.4 |
| Length (m) | 0.6 |
