Flanders Red Ale, Lambics, Geuze, Fruit Lambic
Brettanomyces bruxellensis Wyeast
WY5112
Species : Brett Fermentation Temp Range (F) : 60-75 Apparent Attenuation Range (%) : Very High Flocculation : Medium Alcohol Tolerance : 12%
Pitching/Fermentation : This strain of wild yeast was isolated from brewery cultures in the Brussels region of Belgium. It produces the classic sweaty horse blanket character of indigenous beers such as gueuze, lambics and sour browns and may form a pellicle in bottles or casks. The strain is generally used in conjunction with S. cerevisiae, as well as other wild yeast and lactic bacteria. At least 3-6 months aging is generally required for flavor to fully develop.
Notes : This strain of wild yeast was isolated from brewery cultures in the Brussels region of Belgium. It produces the classic sweaty horse blanket character of indigenous beers such as gueuze, lambics and sour browns and may form a pellicle in bottles or casks. The strain is generally used in conjunction with S. cerevisiae, as well as other wild yeast and lactic bacteria. At least 3-6 months aging is generally required for flavor to fully develop.
Best Styles : Flanders Red Ale, Fruit Lambic, Gueuze, Straight (Unblended) Lambic
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