Hornindal Kveik Yeast | White Labs WLP4050 | Vault Strain
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White Labs WLP4050 Hornindal Kveik Yeast: Vault Strain for Fruity, High-Temperature Ferments
Unleash Explosive Tropical Aromas with This Traditional Norwegian Farmhouse Yeast
White Labs WLP4050 Hornindal Kveik Yeast is a limited-release Vault strain sourced from Norway’s famed Hornindal region. Passed down through generations of farmhouse brewers, this kveik strain is known for fermenting clean and fast at high temperatures while producing massive fruit-forward esters. Expect intense notes of tropical fruit—mango, pineapple, dried citrus peel—with a smooth, soft finish. Perfect for modern hazy styles, farmhouse ales, and experimental brews that embrace expressive fermentation character without phenolic funk.
Key Characteristics:
- Attenuation: 75% – 82%
- Flocculation: High
- Alcohol Tolerance: High (up to ~12%)
- Fermentation Temperature Range: 85°F – 100°F (29°C – 38°C)
- STA1 Status: Negative
Ideal for Brewing:
- Hazy IPA / NEIPA
- Fruited Pale Ales
- Farmhouse Ales
- Experimental Summer Ales
- Quick-Turnaround Session Beers
Why Choose WLP4050 Hornindal Kveik Yeast?
- Vault Strain: Rare and seasonal availability—perfect for brewers seeking unique flavor profiles.
- Ferments Hot and Fast: Clean fermentation at high temps with no off-flavors.
- Intensely Fruity: Produces complex tropical ester character without clove or phenols.
Enhance Your Brewing Process
For optimal performance, pair WLP4050 with White Labs Brewzyme to reduce diacetyl and White Labs Zinc Buddy to support yeast health and boost performance in warm fermentations.
Our Commitment to Yeast Health
All White Labs yeast at SoCal Brewing Supply is stored cold in commercial refrigerators monitored 24/7 to protect viability and freshness. We recommend adding an ice pack and insulated mailer when shipping yeast. Melted ice packs on arrival are normal and help prevent heat shock during transit.
Browse our full White Labs Yeast Collection to explore more exclusive Vault and year-round strains.
Choose WLP4050 Hornindal Kveik Yeast for lightning-fast fermentations and bold, fruit-driven character in your next farmhouse or hazy creation.