Who doesn't like a classic Belgian Saison? If you are looking to make one, look no further than White Labs' Saison I yeast. The flavor of this strain is touted by homebrewers to be like no other! Earthy and spicy, peppery phenolics blend with some fruity esters to give a complete flavor profile with a slight touch of sweetness, even in fully-attenuated beers. It can be a temperamental yeast (as many Belgian saison strains can be) but the flavors of this wonderful yeast are well worth it, in the opinion of many brewers. White Labs tells brewers to properly oxygenate their wort when brewing with this yeast, and warns that it may stall out partway through fermentation, only to restart again later. Warmer-than-usual temperatures can help this yeast to fully ferment and reduce the chances of stalling out. Some brewers will use a secondary strain, such as WLP001 California ale yeast to finish out the beers. However, some brewers report no problems, and swear by this classic strain.
Product Features
- A classic yeast strain for the production of Belgian saisons.
- Produces beers that are well-attenuated yet still have body and mouthfeel.
- A great yeast strain for making saisons and other Belgian style beers.
ICE PACK INCLUDED
We include complimentary ice packs with ALL liquid yeast orders (if required), but cannot guarantee that the ice packs will stay cold during transit, and thus the yeast can potentially be exposed to hot temperatures. We highly recommend ordering dry yeast during the hot summer months or if you are ordering from a warmer climate. Many times during the winter an ice pack is not needed so we make the determination based on current temperatures and the destination!
Yeast Specifications
Temperature Range: | 68 - 75F |
Flocculation: | Medium |
Cell Count: | 7.5 million cells/mL |
Attenuation: | 65 - 75% |
Alcohol Tolerance: | 5 - 10% |
Typical Styles: | Belgian saisons, French saisons, Belgian-style ales |
About White Labs Pure Pitch NEXT GEN Packaging
PurePitch Next Generation for Homebrewers was developed to allow homebrewers to pitch a consistent 7.5 million cells/mL, which is a commercially recommended pitching rate for standard ale ranges. Pitch like the pros without a need for starters! The cap allows for ease of use, no more scissors or fumbling with two layer film. Every strain has 38 quality check points, ensuring the highest quality yeast for your beer. A QR code on each package directs you all the necessary information about the yeast, including a quality report of every lot, strain specific information, data and recipes, as well as a custom online pitch rate calculator. White Labs strains are propagated in their patented FlexCell technology process, and the PurePitch Next Generation packs have a proprietary film designed specifically for White Labs that allows for one way of-gassing to promote yeast health and viability. Try White Labs' Next Generation yeast technology and experience the difference!