Wyeast Laboratories, founded in 1986, is a leader in developing high-quality liquid yeast strains for brewing, winemaking, cider making, and distilling. Known for their Activator™ Smack Packs, which provide a convenient, ready-to-pitch option for brewers, Wyeast delivers consistently fresh and viable yeast cultures for optimal fermentations. Their yeast is carefully cultivated and packaged to support both homebrewers and professional breweries in achieving the best results possible.
Wyeast offers a wide range of yeast strains suited to every brewing style, from lagers and IPAs to saisons, stouts, and Belgians. Popular strains like Wyeast 1056 American Ale are prized for clean, well-balanced fermentations, while their Wyeast 1968 London ESB is ideal for malty British-style ales. Their collection also includes specialty strains designed for sours and mixed fermentations, helping brewers craft complex, innovative beers.
Beyond beer, Wyeast offers a range of strains for making wine, cider, and distilled spirits, allowing for controlled, precise fermentations. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, Wyeast’s innovative packaging and diverse yeast options provide reliable results for every fermentation project.
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Unlock the rich and complex flavors of Belgian-style beers with Wyeast 3463-PC Forbidden Fruit yeast, an exclusive strain from Wyeast's private col...
View full detailsA very versatile strain that produces Saison or farmhouse style beers as well as other Belgian style beers that are highly aromatic (estery), peppe...
View full detailsA true top cropping yeast with low ester formation and a broad temperature range. Fermentation at higher temperatures may produce mild fruitiness. ...
View full detailsThis versatile yeast ferments extremely well in dark worts. It is a good choice for most high gravity beers. Beers fermented in the lower temperatu...
View full detailsThis strain is a classic Kolsch, true top cropping yeast strain from a traditional brewery in Cologne, Germany. Beers will exhibit some of the frui...
View full detailsOriginating from a traditional London brewery, this yeast has a wonderful malt and hop profile. It is a true top cropping strain with a fruity, ver...
View full detailsThis is a unique strain, capable of producing fine lagers. It is very smooth, well-rounded and full-bodied. A thorough diacetyl rest is recommended...
View full detailsThis blend of lager strains is designed to produce a rich, malty, complex and full bodied Octoberfest style beer. It attenuates well while leaving ...
View full detailsPediococcus damnosus by Wyeast 5733 is a lactic acid bacteria used in the production of Belgian-style beers where additional acidity is desirable. ...
View full detailsWyeast 2007 is the classic American lager strain. This mild, neutral strain produces beers with a nice malty character and a smooth palate. It ferm...
View full detailsA top cropping yeast strain with unique fermentation and flavor characteristics. Expect distinct fruit esters with a malty, complex profile. Floccu...
View full detailsWyeast's blend of lambic cultures produce beer with a complex, earthy profile and a distinctive pie cherry sourness. Aging up to 18 months is requi...
View full detailsUnlock the ancient art of sake brewing with Wyeast 4134 Sake yeast, meticulously designed to deliver the authentic flavors and aromas characteristi...
View full detailsWyeast's Scottish ale strain is ideally suited for the strong, malty ales of Scotland. This strain is very versatile, and is often used as a “House...
View full detailsLeaves 2-3% residual sugar in most meads. Rich, fruity profile complements fruit mead fermentations. Use of Wyeast Wine Nutrient Blend is recommended.
This strain produces classic British bitters with a rich, complex flavor profile. The yeast has a light malt character, low fruitiness, low esters ...
View full detailsA mildly malty and slightly fruity fermentation profile. It is less tart and dry than Wyeast 1098 British Ale. With good flocculation characteristi...
View full detailsWyeast Beer Nutrient Blend is a custom blend of vitamins, minerals, and micronutrients required for yeast cells to carry out an orderly and complet...
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