Description

White Labs WLP029 German/Kölsch Ale yeast

Sourced from a small brewpub in Cologne, Germany, this strain is fitting for German ales such as kölsch and altbier. Known for accentuating hop flavour and bitterness while creating crisp, clean lager like characters. It performs exceptionally well at temperatures ranging from 18 - 20°C and does not ferment well below 17°C after peak fermentation. Typically has low flocculation characteristics after the first generation.

Flocculation: Medium
Attenuation: 72 - 78%
Temperature: 18 - 21°C
Alcohol Tolerance: Medium (5 - 10%)
Diastatic (STA1): No

Flavour Profile: Crisp, Clean, Lager like

Suitable Beer Style: Altbier, California Common, Cream Ale, Kolsch

Availability: Always

Possible Substitutes

• Imperial Yeast G03 Dieter Ale yeast
• Wyeast 2565 Kolsch yeast
• Escarpment Labs Kolsch Ale yeast
• Lallemand LalBrew Koln yeast
• Fermentis Safale K-97 yeast
• Escarpment Labs Krispy yeast