This high quality yeast is great to use for all your baking needs. Active Dry Yeast is a cake yeast in a semi-dormant state. The drying process reduces moisture content to about 7%, giving it a longer shelf life than cake yeast. When rehydrated, it provides ultimate baking activity in all yeast dough, low sugar to highly sweetened breads. Storage - keep in a cool and dry place. For optimum results, refrigerate after opening.