The historical yeast for German wheat beers.
Fermentis SafAle™ W-68 is a world-renowned yeast strain coming from Weihenstephan in the north of Munich area, it’s the yeast you need to brew the classic wheat beer styles that only Germany can offer: Hefeweizen, Dunkelweizen, Weizenbock, etc. Considering the Reinheitsgebot rule in Germany, this yeast has been selected to express by itself, without the addition of any other ingredients, a balanced banana and clove profile. Expect aromatics with prominent banana / tutti frutti notes and a moderate phenolic flavor. Phenol clove notes will be brought out naturally with the high percentage of wheat contained in German wheat beers recipes.
Fermentis SafAle W-68 Yeast Features:
- Fermentation Temperature: 64-79°F
- Attenuation: 78-84%
- Flocculation: Low
- World renowned strain for Weizen beers
- High aromatic power with prominent ester notes, mainly banana
- Robust phenolic character, clove and pepper
Fermentis SafAle W-68 is the perfect strain to ferment with:
- Bavarian Hefeweizen (Weissbier)
- Dunkelweizen (Dunkles Weissbier)
- Roggenbier
- Weizenbock
TAKE IT EASY, TAKE E2U™
Till now, in the beer world, you had to take great care of yeasts prior to pitching. You had to rehydrate and acclimatize them while watching water and must temperature carefully.
With E2U™ active dry yeasts, you can pitch directly or rehydrate; depending on your equipment, habits, and feelings. Fermentis offers you the opportunity to make your life easier and eventually contribute to sustainability by saving water and energy. Any process you choose, we will be happy to ensure you the highest standards of quality, productivity, and security.