Fermentis dry yeast – SafAle, SafLager, SafCider and SafBrew
Fermentis makes dry yeast for beer and cider for both homebrewers and breweries. Here you will find four ranges: SafAle for top-fermented beer, SafLager for lager, SafCider for cider and SafBrew, which are blends of yeast and enzymes for dry and strong beers. The beer yeast comes in 11.5 g sachets, and several strains are also available in 100 g.
SafBrew are ready-made blends of yeast and enzymes. SafBrew DA-16 gives dry beers such as Brut IPA and tolerates up to 16 % ABV. DW-17 gives complex, fruity and slightly tart beers, HA-18 suits barley wine and tolerates up to 18 %, and LD-20 gives low-carb pilsner with up to 20 % fewer carbohydrates. The sachets are 25 g.
SafCider AB-1 is a universal cider yeast from the Champagne region that can be used for all types of cider. AS-2, AC-4 and TF-6 are also available in 5 g.
SafAle US-05 and S-04 and SafLager W-34/70, S-23 and S-189 also come in 100 g. 500 g packs are in Fermentis for breweries (Norway only).
Frequently asked questions about Fermentis
What is the difference between SafAle and SafLager?
SafAle is top-fermenting ale yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) that ferments at 18–26 °C. SafLager is bottom-fermenting lager yeast (Saccharomyces pastorianus) that ferments at 12–18 °C and gives cleaner, more lager-like beer.
How much Fermentis yeast do I need for 20 litres?
Fermentis recommends 50–80 g per 100 litres for SafAle US-05 and S-04, so one 11.5 g sachet covers about 15–23 litres.
Which Fermentis yeast is best for NEIPA?
SafAle K-97 and S-33 are both described as well suited to New England IPA. K-97 gives a floral, fruity character, and S-33 adds body and mouthfeel.
Are Fermentis and SafAle the same thing?
Fermentis is the brand and producer. SafAle, SafLager, SafCider and SafBrew are its product ranges.
