Dynamics of yeast populations during cider fermentation in the Asturian region of Spain

Abstract

The influence of different cidermaking systems and apple mixtures on the dynamics of yeast populations in cider manufactured in Asturias (northern Spain) were studied. Results obtained in an experimental pilot plant were compared with those found in Asturian cider plants by using traditional techniques. Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Kloeckera apiculata were found in all cases.