CEL-24

Strain Number CEL-24

Type Proprietary (自社酵母)

Origin Kochi Prefecture Industrial Technology Center

Aroma Profile

Extremely sweet and fruity — muscat grape, lychee, and tropical fruit. The most aromatic proprietary yeast available.

Fermentation Character

Low-attenuating yeast that leaves significant residual sugar. Creates sweet, low-alcohol sake naturally without adding sweetener.

About

A revolutionary yeast developed in Kochi Prefecture that naturally produces sweet, low-alcohol sake by stopping fermentation before all sugars are consumed. CEL-24 creates intensely fruity, dessert-like sake with aromas reminiscent of muscat grapes and lychee. It has been instrumental in developing a new category of sweet, approachable sake aimed at younger drinkers and sake newcomers. Often used for sparkling and dessert-style sake.