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Yeast pitching

Estimate pitching needs from wort volume and concentration.

macOS · iOS · iPadOS — Mac preview; iPhone and iPad in beta.

This page explains a tool in the Mbrew app. Perform the calculation in Mbrew; this website does not run the calculator.

App availability

What you enter

Wort volume, concentration, pitching parameters

What you get

Estimated yeast pitch

MacYeast pitching: actual calculation interface
iPhoneiPhone · Yeast pitching: actual calculation interface
Actual Mbrew calculator interfaces on Mac and iPhone, in the selected language.

How to use it

  1. In Mbrew, open Tools and select Yeast pitching.
  2. Enter the following values using the units shown in the app: Wort volume, concentration, pitching parameters.
  3. Review Estimated yeast pitch, then compare the inputs and result with your batch plan.

Interpreting the result

Check wort volume, strength, pitch rate and yeast viability. Required cells and portions are estimates; actual viability and handling affect the usable cell count.

Common questions

Can I calculate directly on this page?
No. Use the matching tool inside Mbrew. This page provides instructions and a screenshot.