Bire de Garde, Bohemian Pilsner, Classic American Pilsner, Dark American Lager, Doppelbock, Dortmunder Export, German Pilsner (Pils), Maibock/Helles Bock, Oktoberfest/Mrzen, Schwarzbier, Vienna Lager
Bohemian Lager Wyeast
WY2124
Species : Lager Fermentation Temp Range (F) : 45-68 Apparent Attenuation Range (%) : 73-77 Flocculation : Medium-Low Alcohol Tolerance : 9%
Pitching/Fermentation : A versatile strain, that is great to use with lagers or Pilsners for fermentations in the 45-55F (8-12C) range. It may also be used for Common beer production with fermentations at 65-68F (18-20C). A thorough diacetyl rest is recommended after fermentation is complete.
Notes : This Carlsberg type yeast is the most widely used lager strain in the world. This strain produces a distinct malty profile with some ester character and a crisp finish.
Best Styles : Baltic Porter, Bire de Garde, Bohemian Pilsner, Classic American Pilsner, Dark American Lager, Doppelbock, Dortmunder Export, Eisbock, German Pilsner (Pils), Maibock/Helles Bock, Munich Dunkel, Munich Helles, Oktoberfest/Mrzen, Schwarzbier (Black Beer), Traditional Bock, Vienna Lager
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This Carlsberg-type yeast is the most widely used lager strain in the world. This strain produces a distinct malty profile with some ester character and a crisp finish. A versatile strain, that is great to use with lagers or Pilsners for fermentations in the 45-55F (8-12C) range. It may also be used for Common beer production with fermentations at 65-68F (18-20C). A thorough diacetyl rest is recommended after fermentation is complete.

Specifications:

• Attenuation: 73 – 77%

• Flocculation: Low – Medium

• Temp. Range: 45 – 68 F

• Alcohol Tolerance: 9%

Suggested Substitutions*:

• Fermentis: Saflager W-34/70
• Imperial: A13 – Global
• White Labs: WLP 830 German Lager

*Suggested yeast substitutions may not be an exact replacement, but they will be a very close approximation.