Zurich Lager | White Labs WLP885 Yeast | Vault Strain
White Labs Zurich Lager Yeast : WLP885 | Vault Strain
Brew Exceptionally Clean Swiss-Style Lagers with Minimal Sulfur
White Labs WLP885 Zurich Lager Yeast is a Swiss-origin Vault strain known for its ability to ferment crisp, clean lagers with low ester and sulfur production. It’s a great choice when you want your malt and hop flavors to shine without interference from the yeast. Perfect for brewing highly refined, drinkable lagers, WLP885 is a subtle yet powerful tool for clean fermentations that require balance and finesse.
Key Characteristics:
- Attenuation: 73% - 80%
- Flocculation: Medium
- Alcohol Tolerance: Medium (up to 9%)
- Fermentation Temperature Range: 50°F - 55°F (10°C - 13°C)
- Profile: Exceptionally clean with low ester and sulfur levels
Perfect for Brewing:
- Helles Lager
- Munich Dunkel
- Vienna Lager
- Export-style Beers
- Swiss and German Lagers
Why Choose WLP885 Zurich Lager Yeast?
- Clean Fermentation: Produces low by-products, allowing for a crisp, refined finish.
- Low Sulfur Output: Reduces the need for extended conditioning or lagering time.
- Vault Strain: Limited availability—only stocked when released by White Labs.
Enhance Your Brewing Process
Pair WLP885 with White Labs Brewzyme to clean up diacetyl and produce a brilliantly bright lager. Boost yeast performance and fermentation strength with White Labs Zinc Buddy.
Our Commitment to Yeast Health
At SoCal Brewing Supply, we store all yeast under optimal refrigeration with 24/7 temperature monitoring to ensure peak viability and freshness.
We strongly recommend selecting an ice pack and insulated envelope during checkout for liquid yeast shipments. Ice packs will typically melt in transit, but their purpose is to protect yeast from extreme temperature shifts.
Looking for more White Labs strains? Browse our complete White Labs yeast collection here.