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DRIED YEAST
0.32-0.35 oz/
9-10 g*
17.5 oz/
500 g
FOR
HOME CRAFT
BREWERS
FOR
COMMERCIAL
CRAFT BREWERS
*(M02 CIDER YEAST
IS 0.32 OZ (9 G))
COMMERCIAL CRAFT BREWERS
BREWERS YEASTS
FOR CRAFT BREWING
BREWING WITH MANGROVE JACKS CRAFT SERIES DRIED YEASTS
Brewing with the correct yeast strain is critical when creating craft
beers with true personality.
This range of dried pure yeast strains have been brought to
market after years of development, extensive brewing trials and
rigorous screening. This breakthrough gives the brewer the ability
to create a wider range of craft beer styles, previously requiring
liquid yeast.
Each yeast has been propagated and dried using state of the
art manufacturing facilities to give you reliable pitching rates,
superior shelf stability, and ease of use.
You can be assured that with Mangrove Jacks Craft Series Yeasts
you will get consistent top quality results with each brew.
CONTENTS
Commercial Craft Brewers 02
Home Craft Brewers 03
How the Yeast Works
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The Dried Yeast Range:
Individual Descriptions and Specifications
M76 Bavarian Lager
M20 Bavarian Wheat
M47 Belgian Abbey
M41 Belgian Ale
M31 Belgian Tripel
M21 Belgian Wit
M84 Bohemian Lager
M54 Californian Lager
M15 Empire Ale
M29 French Saison
M36 Liberty Bell Ale
M42 New World Strong Ale
M44 US West Coast
M02 Cider
M05 Mead
Yeast Compatibility Table
Selecting the Right Yeast
When using these yeasts, there is no need to propagate or make starters.
They offer a cost effective and convenient alternative to liquid yeast products
and have the advantage of extended shelf life with consistent high performance.
Rehydration Instructions
Although Mangrove Jacks Craft Series
Yeasts do not require rehydration,
cleaner and more professional results
will be produced if rehydrated
before use.
Sprinkle the 17.5 oz (500 g) yeast pack
onto the surface of 1.3 US Gal (5 L) of
sterilized water at 86-95F (30-35C)
(68-77F (20-25C) for lager yeasts).
Leave undisturbed for 15 minutes then
stir with a sterilized tool to suspend
yeast and leave for a further 5 minutes.
Attemporate yeast to the temperature of
the wort by slowly adding components
of wort in 10 degree allocations, do not
allow the yeast mixture to attemporate
by natural heat loss.
Storage
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Unopened Packets:
Store in original packaging at below
50F (10C) for optimum life (30 months).
At 68F (20C) storage temperature
viability will remain high for 12 months.
At 86F (30C) storage temperature
viability will remain high for 4 months.
Above 86F (30C) viability and yeast
condition will become seriously
compromised within 6 weeks.
Opened Packets:
Reseal and store for no more than 2
days at below 50F (10C) or ideally, in
the freezer.
Reuse
As a result of the drying process,
Mangrove Jacks Craft Series dried
yeasts will not achieve the optimal
results when harvesting and/or
repitching. For best results, use a
fresh packet of yeast with every brew.
Pitching Rates
Ale Strains & Warm Fermenting
Lager Strains:
OG 1.030-1.039: 1.9 oz (55 g)/hl
OG 1.040-1.049: 2.5 oz (70 g)/hl
OG 1.050-1.059: 3.2 oz (90 g)/hl
OG 1.060-1.070: 5.3 oz (150 g)/hl
Lager Strains:
OG 1.030-1.039: 3.5 oz (100 g)/hl
OG 1.040-1.049: 4.6 oz (130 g)/hl
OG 1.050-1.059: 5.6 oz (160 g)/hl
OG 1.060-1.070: 9.5 oz (270 g)/hl
Cider Yeast:
20-40 g/hl depending upon % ABV
and fermentation period required.
Mead Yeast:
25-50 g/hl depending upon % ABV
and fermentation period required;
OG <1.100: 0.9-1.4 oz (25-40 g)/hl as
required.
OG >1.100: 1.4-1.8 oz (40-50 g)/hl as
required.
Pitching rates are a guideline only.
Experimentation with inoculation
rates is recommended. The degree of
attenuation and overall performance
will depend on variables that include
fermentation temperature, fermenter
design, yeast handling, nutritional
quality of wort and more. These variable
factors will become even more crucial
to yeast performance when fermenting
high alcohol beers. Experimentation
with inoculation rates and alcohol
tolerances is strongly recommended for
brewing higher alcohol beers beyond
the scope of guideline information
provided here.
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HOME CRAFT BREWERS
BREWING WITH MANGROVE JACKS CRAFT SERIES DRIED YEASTS
When using these yeasts, there is no need to propagate or make starters.
They offer a cost effective and convenient alternative to liquid yeast products,
and have the advantage of extended shelf life with consistent high performance.
Rehydration Instructions
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Although Mangrove Jacks Craft Series
Yeasts do not require rehydration,
cleaner and more professional results
will be produced if rehydrated
before use.
For all strains except lager yeasts, add
the sachet contents to 3.4 US fl oz (100
ml) of water previously adjusted to a
temperature between 8695F (30
35C). For lager yeasts, rehydrate using
3.4 US fl oz (100 ml) of 6877F (2025C)
water. Stir gently into a yeast cream for
between 8-12 minutes then add yeast
cream directly to wort. Alternatively the
dry yeast can be added directly to the
wort by sprinkling onto the surface and
leaving to stand for 10-15 minutes
before stirring.
ADD YEAST SACHET TO:
WATER
TEMP:
8695F
(3035C)
WATER
TEMP:
6877F
3.4
US fl oz
(100 ml)
WATER
FOR ALL YEAST STRAINS
(EXCEPT LAGER YEASTS)
FOR LAGER YEASTS
(20-25C)
Storage of Sachets
Number of Sachets to Use
In most cases Mangrove Jacks Craft
Series Yeast can be used at a ratio of
one 0.35 oz (10 g) pack for up to 6 US
Gal (23 L). However, for best results take
note of the following exceptions to the
rule:
EXCEPTION
RECOMMENDATION
Ales of original
gravity over 1.050
Use 2 x 0.35 oz
(10 g) packets per
6 US Gal (23 L)
Lagers to be
fermented at 57F
(14C) or lower
Use 2 x 0.35 oz
(10 g) packets per
6 US Gal (23 L)
Meads with OG
over 1.100
Use 2 x 0.35 oz
(10 g) packets per
6 US Gal (23 L)
Under-pitching yeast in lagers or
stronger ales will result in extended
lag times (the time between pitching
your yeast and the commencement
of fermentation) which can allow
undesirable microbes to multiply,
tainting your beer. The yeast will
become stressed and may produce
excessive and undesirable fruity esters
and/or sulphur compounds.
High end gravities are also possible
where lower pitch rates are used,
leading to sweet and worty
unfinished beer.
Store in original packaging at below 50F (10C) for optimum 30 month life.
At 68F (20C) storage temperature viability will remain high for 12 months.
At 86F (30C) storage temperature viability will remain high for 4 months.
Above 86F (30C) viability and yeast condition will become seriously
compromised within 6 weeks.
OPENED PACKETS
Reseal and store for no more than 2 days at below 50F (10C) or ideally, in the freezer.
HOW THE YEAST WORKS
1. Lag Phase:
After pitching Mangrove Jacks
Beer Yeast to your wort, you will
experience a lag period which varies
from strain to strain, and from beer to
beer; 12-24 hours is normal. The lag
phase will also be impacted by the
degree of oxygenation of your wort
and by temperature. During the lag
phase the yeast is acclimatising to
its new surroundings, multiplying
by budding, taking up free oxygen
and nutrients from the wort, and
its metabolism is shifting out of
dormancy to active state.
EXCEPTION
RECOMMENDATION
Lagers
8-10 weeks: with 3 weeks
in fermenter and 5-7
weeks in bottle.
Strong Ales
Bavarian
Wheat
Cider
2. Fermentation:
For the first 48 hrs, dont be
concerned by the little or absence
of activity in your airlock or in the
beer. Most strains will show vigorous
activity within 12 hours, but lagers
in particular such as our Bavarian
Lager and Bohemian Lager yeasts will
nearly always require over 24 hours to
produce any krausen or bubbling in
your airlock
3. Maturation:
Generally, our ale strains produce
beer that reaches premium flavor
potential after approximately 4 weeks
maturation: 1-2 weeks in fermenter,
followed by 2-3 weeks in bottles
or other storage vessel. However,
the following table shows some
exceptions to this rule:
Mead
At least 4 weeks:
2 weeks in fermenter
and 2 weeks in bottle
(longer if above 1.050 OG).
3 weeks: 1 or 2 weeks
in fermenter and 1 or 2
weeks in bottle.
3 weeks: 1 week in
fermenter and 1-2 weeks
in bottle.
2-4 weeks in fermenter
(including clearing).
Ready to drink as soon as
bottled (no conditioning
required) but quality
will improve with age
similarly to wine.
4. Reuse:
As a result of the drying process,
Mangrove Jacks Craft Series dried
yeasts are not suitable for harvesting
and/or repitching. For best results,
always use a fresh sachet of yeast
with every brew.
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Bavarian Lager
The Dried Yeast Range:
Individual Descriptions
and Specifications
GENERAL NOTE
The following pages contain detailed technical
information on the strains in the Mangrove Jacks
Craft Series dried yeast range.
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All brewers know that results will vary dependent
on many non-yeast-strain-determined factors, and
even that yeast performance may be manipulated
by temperature control and pitch rates, among
other factors.
The results described in the following pages
are based on optimum brewing conditions.
Suitable for many European style beers
including Lagers, Pilsners, Helles, Munich
Dunkel, Rauchbier and more.
M76
YEAST STRAIN Description
A bottom-fermenting yeast suitable for most lager styles. Promotes less sulphur
production than other lager strains, as well as a fuller, more rounded malt character
with well-promoted hop flavors.
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 45 - 57F (8 - 14C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (75 - 80%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 3
COMPACTION: 3
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
A superlative lager strain that is robust with a light sulphur aroma, expresses hop
character well and promotes malt complexity.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Lightly acidic this yeast creates an extremely drinkable lager with less sulphur
character than the usual strains.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
This yeast does well at higher gravities having a good attenuation range; high alcohol
beers do not tend to be too sweet.
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M20
Bavarian Wheat
Belgian Abbey
Suitable for Hefeweizen, Kristal
Weizen, Dunkel Weizen and more.
Suitable for Belgian Pale Ales and Abbey Ales.
YEAST STRAIN Description
YEAST STRAIN Description
A top-fermenting wheat beer yeast which imparts banana and clove esters
balanced with spiced aromas. This yeast produces a silky mouthfeel and rich body.
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Moderately alcohol tolerant with fewer phenols than Belgian Ale, this yeast is
exceptionally fruity with hugely complex esters and is highly flocculant.
Technical Characteristics
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 64 - 86F (18 - 30C)
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 64 - 77F (18 - 25C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (70 - 75%)
ATTENUATION: (73 - 77%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 2
FLOCCULATION RATE: 4
COMPACTION: 2
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x
M47
COMPACTION: 4
109
cells per gram
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traits
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
It has abundant classic banana esters, balanced with clove like phenolic aromas; these
aromas tend to overwhelm any malt or hop character in the beer.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
While this strain has only a moderate tendency to attenuate, the final beer will not be
sweet. Instead, it will have a creamy, silky mouth feel with a full and rich medium body.
This strain strips away most caramel and complex malt flavors, while deep roast and
chocolate flavors will come through. The slight acidity produced, greatly enhances wheat
malt characteristics. It has a very low flocculation rate that makes it ideal for beers that
are traditionally served cloudy.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
In higher alcohol beers, the phenolic character presented by this strain becomes a bit
smokey and esters burst forth. Low attenuation rate may result in a sweet beer.
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
Belgian Tripel has a fantastic heavily fruity aroma, married perfectly with light spice
and esters it is massively complex, spicy, estery and phenolic.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Belgian beers fermented with this strain will finish phenolic and dry, they will also
exhibit fruity and a very complex ester characters. These characters exhibit into
beautiful marriage of spice, fruit estery alcohol goodness.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
High alcohol beers are this strains bread and butter, with a high alcohol tolerance,
strong beers just create excellent flavor and aroma characteristics.
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M41
Mead
Belgian Ale
Belgian Tripel
Suitable for Belgian Strong Golden and
Belgian Strong Dark Ales.
Suitable for Belgian Tripel Style and
Trappist style beers.
YEAST STRAIN Description
Spicy and phenolic, this yeast emulates the intensity and complexity of some of
the best monastic breweries in Belgium, high attenuation and alcohol tolerance
allows you to brew a huge range of Belgian beers.
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 64 - 82F (18 - 28C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (82 - 88%)
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FLOCCULATION RATE: 3
COMPACTION: 3
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
This yeast develops ripe fruit especially plum like esters during fermentation and are
prominent in the finished beer, it will also show a lightly balanced phenolic character.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Beer fermented with this yeast exhibit excellent classic Belgian ale flavor, clove hints
with a multitude of fruit esters, alcohol and banana character.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
High alcohol beers are this strains bread and butter, with a high alcohol tolerance
strong beers just create excellent flavor and aroma characteristics.
M31
YEAST STRAIN Description
Provides a fantastic complex marriage of spice, fruity esters, phenolics and
alcohol. It is also very attenuative with a high alcohol tolerance making it perfect
for a range of Belgian styles.
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 64 - 82F (18 - 28C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (82 - 88%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 3
COMPACTION: 2
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
Belgian Tripel has a fantastic heavily fruity aroma, married perfectly with light spice
and esters it is massively complex, spicy, estery and phenolic.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Belgian beers fermented with this strain will finish phenolic and dry, they will also
exhibit fruity and very complex ester characters. These characters exhibit a beautiful
marriage of spice and fruit estery alcohol goodness.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
High alcohol beers are this strains bread and butter, with a high alcohol tolerance,
strong beers just create excellent flavor and aroma characteristics.
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M21
Belgian Wit
Bohemian Lager
Suitable for Witbier, Grand Cru, Spiced Ales
and other specialty beers.
Suitable for German/Bohemian Pilsners,
Baltic Porter, and American style Lagers.
YEAST STRAIN Description
YEAST STRAIN Description
A traditional, top-fermenting yeast that has a good balance between fruity esters,
and warming spice phenolics. The yeast will leave some sweetness, and will drop
bright if left long enough.
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 64 - 77F (18 - 25C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (70 - 75%)
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 50 - 59F (10 - 15C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (72 - 76%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 4
FLOCCULATION RATE: 2
COMPACTION: 4
COMPACTION: 2
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x
A bottom-fermenting lager yeast characterized by its dry and clean palate typical
of traditional Czech brewing. Produces soft, delicate and well balanced beers.
Technical Characteristics
Technical Characteristics
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M84
109
cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
Belgian Wit yeast presents a very light spice with a hint of bubble-gum character, this
yeast works exceptionally well with botanics.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
This yeast has a slightly suppressed Belgian character presenting as phenolic and dry,
fruity and very complex character. The mouthfeel is smooth, light, dry and crisp.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
With a medium attenuation this strain will struggle with extremely high alcohol beers
and may become stressed.
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
Classic Bohemian pilsner strain aroma and flavor characteristics can be expected.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Hop and malt character will be enhanced and supported by moderate to full body. In wort
with simple malt bills, delicate malt flavors will survive. Beer fermented with this strain is
generally rich and chewy without being heavy at all. Light and delicately balanced beers
call for this strain. Lagering periods as short as 4 weeks may produce acceptable beer but
allowing it to lager for 6-8 weeks, it will result in beer that is richer and smoother with a
more refined aroma and flavor.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
This strain will perform reasonably well in higher alcohol beer production up to 8%
alcohol. Beer of over 7% alcohol will be slightly sweet, and the alcohol may be slightly hot.
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M54
Californian Lager
Empire Ale
Suitable for California Common and lagers
fermented at ambient (ale) temperatures.
Suitable for Scottish Heavy Ales, American
Amber Ales, Sweet Stouts and more.
YEAST STRAIN Description
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M05M15
YEAST STRAIN Description
A unique lager strain that has the ability to ferment at ale temperatures without
the associated off flavors. Extended lagering periods are also not required.
A top-fermenting ale yeast suitable for a variety of full bodied ales, with
exceptional depth. Ferments with full, rich dark fruit flavors.
Technical Characteristics
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 64 - 68F (18 - 20C)
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 64 - 72F (18 - 22C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (77 - 82%)
ATTENUATION: (70 - 75%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 4
FLOCCULATION RATE: 4
COMPACTION: 4
COMPACTION: 3
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
California lager yeast produces a clean lager aroma without the associated sulphur this
yeast is perfect for most kinds of lager.
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
When fermented at the correct temperature, Empire Ale yeast exhibits extremely
characterful and appetizing estery aromas reminiscent of rich dark fruit.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
California lager yeast produces clean and crisp lagers, this yeast is excellent for
producing anything from a hoppy pilsner to a helles allowing excellent malt and hop
character to be expressed.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
This yeast strain has been carefully selected to aid mouth feel in the finished beer.
Body should be full leaning towards a rich dark fruit character. Care must be taken when
designing the beer to adjust hop bitterness to alleviate an over sweet finished beer.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
With a medium alcohol tolerance this yeast is not designed for fermenting over 8.5%.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
Higher alcohol beers will tend to be slightly too sweet and heavy due to the moderate
attenuative capabilities of the strain although a lower mash temperature may help the
fermentability and lower the final gravity.
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M29
French Saison Ale
Liberty Bell Ale
Suitable for producing Saisons and
farmhouse style beers up to 14% ABV.
Suitable for both English and American Pale Ales,
Extra Special Bitters, Golden Ales and more.
YEAST STRAIN Description
YEAST STRAIN Description
French Saison yeast is an exceptional, highly attenuative top-fermenting ale
yeast, creating distinctive beers with spicy, fruity and peppery notes. Ideal for
fermentation of farmhouse style beer.
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A top-fermenting ale yeast suitable for a wide variety of hoppy and distinctive
style beers. This strain produces light, delicate fruity esters and helps develop
malt character.
Technical Characteristics
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 79 - 90F (26 - 32C)
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 62-74F (18-23C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (85 - 90%)
ATTENUATION: (74 - 78%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 3
FLOCCULATION RATE: 4
COMPACTION: 4
COMPACTION: 3
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x
109
cells per gram
106
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per
M36
cells
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
This French Saison ale yeast strain brings all the sophistication and complexity of
classic Saison ale production to the home brew and small brewery setting. Spicy and
peppery characteristics are prominent with an undertone of the ubiquitous fruity
character.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a highly characterful yeast strain that will dominate all but the highest hopping
rates and complex malt bills. Beers fermented with this yeast will tend to be dry in
the finish often with a slight drying acidity and peppery notes, aiding drinkability at
higher alcohol levels. Higher alcohol beers may have an increased ester production and
warming alcohol notes.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
This yeast strain will perform exceptionally well up to 14% ABV making it suitable for a
large range of Saisons.
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
Some pear esters, possibly strawberry or kiwi-like aromas can be expected. Clean,
delicate malt and hop aromas will survive fermentation. If hop and/or malt aromas are
prominent in the beer this strains aroma characteristics will fade to the background.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Clean, mostly neutral and smooth, finishes beers moderately dry but does not strip
away body. Silky, lightly smooth texture, light to medium body, mild acidity and mostly
neutral flavor. Aroma contributions from this yeast strain makes it a good all-rounder
for a wide range of ales.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
As a very good strain for strong ales, this yeast provides brews with plenty of body,
without being heavy or dense.
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M42
New World Strong Ale
US West Coast
Suitable for IPAs, Porters, Russian
Imperial Stouts and more.
Suitable for American Style Pale Ales, American
Double IPAs, American Style Imperial Stouts
and more.
YEAST STRAIN Description
A top-fermenting ale strain suitable for many types of ales of all strengths.
Ferments with a neutral yeast aroma to ensure the full character of the malts and
hops are prominent in each beer.
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 61 - 72F (16 - 22C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (77 - 82%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 5
COMPACTION: 5
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VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
M44
YEAST STRAIN Description
A top-fermenting ale strain suitable for American style ales. This yeast produces
an exceptionally clean flavor, ideal for when you want the hop character to really
punch through.
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 64 - 74F (18 - 23C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (77 - 85%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 4
COMPACTION: 3
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
Hops and malt aromas are enhanced and will tend toward earthy, nutty, orange peel, and
mild spice. Esters will be nearly absent in normal strength beers fermented cool; below
68F (20C).
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
A very neutral strain even when fermented in higher gravity worts and warmer
temperatures. Tangy citrus and pine hops aromas will be enhanced, as well as toasted
and dark malt aromas..
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Beers fermented with this strain will finish dry, and very light beers will not be thin or
watery. Acidity will be low, and mouth feel will be light and soft on the palate with a
smooth non astringent texture. As this strain is highly flocculent and resilient and not
prone to autolysis, it is excellent for cask or bottle conditioning.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
Ester formation will be slightly elevated in higher alcohol beers. The character of the
esters will be pleasant with ripe apple and pear dominating, along with faint banana.
Beer will be dry, but a perception of malt sweetness will survive in the aftertaste along
with malt character and complexity. Alcohol should be warming, not hot.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Beers fermented with this strain will finish dry and crisp. This strain is at its best in
hop prominent American style ales. Very light ales may turn out a bit stripped, thin or
astringent if care is not taken with the mash temperature and avoiding over-extraction.
Acidity is moderately high, boosting hop flavors and creating a clipped finish.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
Remaining very neutral, this strain excels in strong ales with simple malt bills. Alcohol
will be a dominant flavor and aroma constituent, and may be quite warming but not
harsh.
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M02
Cider
Mead
Suitable for brewing all types of cider.
Suitable for all styles of mead.
M05
YEAST STRAIN Description
YEAST STRAIN Description
A high ester-producing cider strain imparting wonderful flavor depth, revealing the full fruit
potential. Makes exceptionally crisp, flavorsome and refreshing ciders.
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 54 - 82F (12 - 28C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (95 - 100%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 5
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COMPACTION: 5
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
This strain promotes fruity aromas through high ester production, especially at
warmer temperatures.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Ciders fermented with this strain will finish dry and be relatively full-bodied with exceptional
depth and a full-flavored fruit character.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
This strain has high alcohol tolerance up to >12% ABV.
A high ester-producing strain conferring fresh, floral esters, especially when
fermented cool. This yeast has high alcohol tolerance and ferments well over a
wide temperature range.
Technical Characteristics
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 59 - 86F (15 - 30C)
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: (5- high, 1- low)
ATTENUATION: (95 - 100%)
FLOCCULATION RATE: 4
COMPACTION: 4
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
Observable traitS
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
This strain promotes fresh, floral aromas through high ester production, especially at
cooler temperatures.
FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
Meads fermented with this strain will finish dry and be relatively full-bodied with good
complexity and a fresh, floral character.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
This strain has high alcohol tolerance up to 18% ABV.
For higher alcohol meads, ferment cooler; below 77F (25C).
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M76
BAVARIAN
LAGER
M20
BAVARIAN
WHEAT
M47 BELGIAN
ABBEY
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M41 BELGIAN
ALE
M31 BELGIAN
TRIPEL
M21 BELGIAN
WIT
M84
BOHEMIAN
LAGER
M54
CALIFORNIAN
LAGER
M15 EMPIRE
ALE
M29 FRENCH
SAISON
M36 LIBERTY
BELL ALE
M42 NEW
WORLD
STRONG ALE
M44 US WEST
COAST
M02 CIDER
M05 MEAD
MEAD
CIDER
AMERICAN WHEAT OR RYE BEER
WEIZEN BOCK
DUNKEL WEIZEN
KRISTALWEIZEN
WEIZEN
ROGGENBIER
BALTIC PORTER
CALIFORNIA COMMON
ALTBIER
CREAM ALE
DARK AMERICAN LAGER
CLASSIC AMERICAN PILSNER
STANDARD AMERICAN LAGER
OTHER SMOKED BEER
RAUCHBIER
DOPPELBOCK
BOCK
MAIBOCK
SCHWARZBIER
MUNICH DUNKEL
OKTOBERFEST
VIENNA LAGER
BOHEMIAN PILSNER
GERMAN PILSNER
DORTMUNDER EXPORT
MUNICH HELLES
PREMIUM AMERICAN LAGER
LIGHT AMERICAN LAGER
SCOTTISH 60/-
FOREIGN EXTRA STOUT
SWEET STOUT
BALTIC PORTER
BROWN PORTER
IRISH RED ALE
ENGLISH BARLEY WINE
OLD ALE
IMPERIAL IPA
US IPA
ENGLISH IPA
RUSSIAN IMPERIAL STOUT
AMERICAN STOUT
OATMEAL STOUT
DRY STOUT
ROBUST PORTER
BROWN ALE
MILD
AMERICAN BROWN ALE
AMERICAN AMBER ALE
AMERICAN PALE ALE
STRONG SCOTCH ALE
SCOTTISH EXPORT 80/-
SCOTTISH HEAVY 70/-
ESB
BEST BITTER
ORDINARY BITTER
ENGLISH PALE ALE
GOLDEN ALE
SAISON
SPICED ALES
SPECIALTY BEERS
CHRISTMAS BEERS
BELGIAN DARK STRONG ALE
BELGIAN GOLDEN STRONG ALE
BELGIAN TRIPEL
BELGIAN DUBBEL
BELGIAN BLONDE ALE
BELGIAN SPECIALITY
GRAND CRU
ABBEY ALE
TRAPPIST STYLE
BELGIAN PALE ALE
WITBIER
SELECTING THE RIGHT YEAST
Selecting the right yeast strain for the style of beer you are wishing to brew is
critical. Each yeast strain will provide the beer with different flavor characteristics
as well as body and clarity. Use the table below, as well as the yeast technical
notes on the following pages, to ensure you select the best yeast for your chosen
beer style.
wNAMES
FLOCCULATION ATTENUATION
ALCOHOL TOLERANCE
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE
M76 Bavarian Lager
75-80%
8%
46-57F (8-14C)
M20 Bavarian Wheat
70-75%
7.5%
64-86F (18-30C)
M47 Belgian Abbey
73-77%
8%
64-77F (18-25C)
M41 Belgian Ale
82-88%
12%
64-82F (18-28C)
M31 Belgian Tripel
82-88%
10%
64-82F (18-28C)
M21 Belgian Wit
70-75%
9%
64-77F (18-25C)
M84 Bohemian Lager
72-76%
8%
50 - 59F (10-15C)
M54 Californian Lager
77-82%
9%
64-68F (18-20C)
M15 Empire Ale
70-75%
8%
64-72F (18-22C)
M29 French Saison
85-90%
12%
79-90F (26-32C)
M36 Liberty Bell Ale
74-78%
9%
64-73F (18-23C)
M42 New World
Strong Ale
77-82%
12%
61-73F (16-22C)
M44 US West Coast
77-85%
10%
64-73F (18-23C)
M02 Cider
95-100%
12%
54-82F (12-28C)
M05 Mead
95-100%
18%
59-86F (15-30C)
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