WEST COAST LAGER
| Brand: | Omega Yeast |
|---|---|
| Type: | Yeast |
| Packet: | Liquid |
| Comparison | Compare with other yeast |
Description
A lager strain that performs very well at ale temperatures, this strain is ideal for California common beer, also known as steam beer. Malty and crystal clear, it is considered by many to be best in its upper temperature range, around 65°F / 18°C.
Brewing Properties of WEST COAST LAGER
The functional properties of brewing yeasts have a direct impact on the performance, quality and economics of the resulting beer.
| Alcohol Tolerance The alcohol tolerance determines the ABV at which yeast cells go dormant and stop fermenting. |
9% |
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| Attenuation Attenuation refers to the percentage of sugars converted to alcohol and carbon dioxide, as measured by specific gravity. |
67-71% |
| Flocculation Flocculation refers to the tendency of yeast to form clumps called "flocs" that drop in order to make the beer clear. |
High |
| Optimal Temperature The optimal temperature is the range in which the yeast performs best without putting off any off-flavors. Pitching the yeast into wort usually happens at the low end of the temperature range. |
58-68° F (14-20° C) |
Comparable Beer Yeast
If you cannot find WEST COAST LAGER anywhere, you can substitute one of the following yeasts for a similar result.
Common Beer Styles using WEST COAST LAGER
These are the most popular beer styles that make use of the WEST COAST LAGER yeast:
Lagers
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