Description

Wyeast 3944 Belgian Witbier yeast

This versatile witbier yeast strain can be used in a variety of Belgian style ales. This strain produces a complex flavour profile dominated by spicy phenolics with low to moderate ester production. It is a great strain choice when you want a delicate clove profile not to be overshadowed by esters. It will ferment fairly dry with a slightly tart finish that compliments the use of oats, malted and unmalted wheat. This strain is a true top cropping yeast requiring full fermenter headspace of 33%.

Flocculation: Medium
Attenuation: 72 - 76%
Temperature: 17 - 24°C
Alcohol Tolerance: 12%
Diastatic (STA1): No

Flavour Profile: Spicy phenolics, moderate esters, delicate cloves

Suitable Beer Style: Belgian IPA, White IPA, Witbier, Belgian dubbel, Belgian tripel,

Availability: Always

Possible Substitutes

• Fermentis SafAle BW-20 yeast
• Fermentis SafAle WB-06 yeast
• Fermentis SafAle T-58 yeast
• Escarpment Labs Pine Tree Wit yeast
• Lallemand LalBrew Wit yeast
• Escarpment Labs Classic Witbier yeast