Description
SafAle W-68 500 g – dry yeast for German wheat beer
SafAle W-68 from Fermentis is a yeast strain from Weihenstephan for classic weissbier and other German wheat beers. It gives the typical phenolic character of clove and pepper, together with fruity and floral banana notes. The 500 g pack is intended for breweries and others brewing large volumes.
Please note: This product is only available in Norway.
Characteristics
- Phenolic strain (POF+) with clove and peppery notes
- High ester production with banana and fruit
- Medium sedimentation: forms no clumps, but a powdery haze when the yeast is in suspension
- Ferments quickly and normally reaches about 80 % attenuation within 4 days
Technical data
- Yeast: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
- Ideal fermentation temperature: 18–26 °C
- Apparent attenuation: 78–84 %
- Sedimentation: medium
- Dosage: 50–80 g per 100 litres
- Pack size: 500 g
How to use W-68
The yeast can be sprinkled directly onto the wort, or rehydrated first in at least ten times its own weight of sterile water or boiled and hopped wort at 20–28 °C. Leave it for 15–30 minutes, stir gently and add it to the wort.
Store unopened yeast dry below 25 °C for up to 6 months, and below 15 °C for longer storage. Shelf life is 36 months from production. Reseal an opened pack, keep it at 4 °C and use it within 7 days.
Frequently asked questions about SafAle W-68
How much W-68 do I need per 1000 litres?
Fermentis recommends 50–80 g per 100 litres. That equals 0.5–0.8 kg per 1000 litres.
What temperature should W-68 ferment at?
The ideal fermentation temperature is 18–26 °C.
What is the difference between W-68 and WB-06?
W-68 is a classic weissbier strain with banana and clove and medium attenuation (78–84 %). WB-06 is a diastaticus strain with higher attenuation (86–90 %) and gives a drier beer. It suits both German and Belgian wheat beers.
Is W-68 available in a smaller pack?
Yes. W-68 is also sold in 11.5 g sachets, suitable for homebrewing.
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