Description
SafAle BE-134 11.5 g – dry yeast for saison and dry Belgian beers
SafAle BE-134 from Fermentis is a yeast strain for highly attenuated beers. It gives fruity, floral and phenolic notes and a dry character, and produces very refreshing beers. The yeast is especially recommended for Belgian saison and other dry and spicy Belgian-style beers.
Characteristics
- Saccharomyces cerevisiae var. diastaticus, which breaks down dextrins and gives very high attenuation
- Fruity, floral and phenolic notes
- Dry and spicy finish
- Slow sedimentation
Technical data
- Yeast: Saccharomyces cerevisiae var. diastaticus
- Ideal fermentation temperature: 18–26 °C
- Attenuation: 89–93 %
- Alcohol tolerance: 9–11 %
- Flocculation: low
- Ester production: medium
- Dosage: 50–80 g per 100 litres
- Pack size: 11.5 g
How to use BE-134
The yeast can be pitched directly into the fermenter, or rehydrated first in sterile water at 25–29 °C for 15–30 minutes before pitching. Store unopened sachets below 24 °C for up to 6 months, and below 15 °C for longer storage.
Frequently asked questions about SafAle BE-134
What temperature should BE-134 ferment at?
The ideal fermentation temperature is 18–26 °C.
Why does BE-134 make such a dry beer?
BE-134 is a diastaticus strain. It breaks down dextrins that normal brewing yeast leaves behind, and gives 89–93 % attenuation.
What should I watch out for before bottling?
Because the yeast keeps breaking down dextrins, check that the gravity has been stable for several days before bottling. Clean your equipment thoroughly after use.
Which beers is BE-134 suited for?
Fermentis recommends it for dry and spicy Belgian-style beers, especially saison.
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