---
product_id: 118051931
title: "Caputo Ancient Mother Yeast - Criscito di Casa Caputo (1000g - 2.2 Lb)"
brand: "antimo caputo"
price: "R976"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
category: "Antimo Caputo"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/118051931-caputo-ancient-mother-yeast-criscito-di-casa-caputo-1000g-2
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Natural fermentation & drying locks flavor 1000g pure '0' soft wheat flour base Boosts bread & pizza aroma and texture Caputo Ancient Mother Yeast - Criscito di Casa Caputo (1000g - 2.2 Lb)

**Brand:** antimo caputo
**Price:** R976
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍕 Elevate your dough game with Italy’s ancient secret!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Caputo Ancient Mother Yeast - Criscito di Casa Caputo (1000g - 2.2 Lb) by antimo caputo
- **How much does it cost?** R976 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- antimo caputo enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted antimo caputo brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Drying Innovation:** Unique drying technique preserves the yeast’s original properties for longer shelf life and consistent results.
- • **Versatile Activation:** Pairs perfectly with live or instant yeast to customize your baking performance and rise.
- • **Exclusive UK Availability:** Stand out with this rare, premium Italian yeast available only to UK bakers and pizza artisans.
- • **Authentic Italian Heritage:** Experience the time-honored Criscito yeast, crafted with traditional methods for unmatched flavor depth.
- • **Natural Fermentation Power:** Harness the slow, natural fermentation process that enhances dough digestibility and complexity.

## Overview

Caputo Ancient Mother Yeast (Criscito di Casa Caputo) is a 1000g pack of dried natural sourdough starter made from '0' soft wheat flour and water. This traditional Italian yeast undergoes natural fermentation followed by a drying process that preserves its authentic flavor and aroma. Designed to enhance the taste, texture, and aroma of bread and pizza bases, it requires activation with live or instant yeast. Exclusively available to UK customers, it offers a premium baking experience rooted in heritage and innovation.

## Description

Product description The "Criscito" also known as yeast, which is obtained by mixing flour and water only. "Criscito" is therefore a natural product that still retains the traditional and genuine than once at the same time followed by an innovative process of "drying" that keeps the original properties, to give life to digest mixtures, honeycombed, tasty and better storable. Ingredients Wheat flour type "0"

## Features

- UK Exclusive: Available to UK customers only
- Production Process: Made with water and '0' soft wheat flour
- Fermentation & Drying: Natural yeast starts fermentation, then the sourdough starter is dried and deactivated
- Usage: Enhance bread and pizza bases' flavor, aroma, and finish
- Activation: This inactive yeast requires live or instant yeast for activation

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01CAQR3S8 |
| ASIN  | B01CAQR3S8 |
| Allergen Information | Contains: Wheat |
| Best Sellers Rank | 51,180 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) 88 in Condensed & Powdered Milk |
| Brand Name | Antimo Caputo |
| Container Type | Box |
| Cuisine | Italian cuisine |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (45) |
| Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (45) |
| Diet Type | Vegetarian |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 08014601250735 |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer  | No |
| Item Form | Dried |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Package Weight | 1 Kilograms |
| Item Weight | 1 Kilograms |
| Item model number  | 005269 |
| Leavening Agent Type | Sourdough Starter |
| Manufacturer | Molino Caputo |
| Manufacturer  | Molino Caputo |
| Model Number | 005269 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Package Size Name | 1000g |
| Part Number | 005269 |
| Product Dimensions  | 13 x 15 x 8 cm; 1 kg |
| Region of Origin | Italy |
| Set Name | 1 |
| Size | 1 kg (Pack of 1) |
| Specialty | Gluten Free |
| UPC | 608766893197 643845857431 |
| Unit Count | 1000 gram |

## Product Details

- **Allergen information:** Contains: Wheat
- **Brand:** Antimo Caputo
- **Item form:** Dried
- **Item package quantity:** 1
- **Item weight:** 1 Kilograms
- **Number of items:** 1
- **Package weight:** 1 Kilograms
- **Region of origin:** Italy
- **Speciality:** Gluten Free
- **Unit count:** 1000 gram

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-08-25*