- Use within 3 to 4 months; freezing not recommended
- Yeast loses its potency as it ages, resulting in longer rising times
- Yeast loses its fast rising capabilities if dissolved in liquid, and will require two complete rises
- The Active Dry has larger granules and it is necessary to dissolve completely for the yeast to work
- The Active Dry Yeast larger particle size should be dissolved in water to achieve complete hydration prior to adding to the mixer