{"product_id":"fermentis-safale-w-68-german-wheat-beer-dry-yeast-11-5g","title":"Fermentis SafAle W-68 German Wheat Beer Dry Yeast - 11.5 g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFermentis SafAle W-68 German Wheat Beer Dry Yeast\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentis SafAle W-68 is a dry ale yeast selected for German-style wheat beers. It produces the classic wheat beer mix of banana-like fruity esters and clove-forward phenolics, with enough haze and mouthfeel to suit traditional Weissbier styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse W-68 when you want expressive wheat beer character from a dry yeast format instead of a neutral ale fermentation. It is a strong fit for Hefeweizen, Dunkelweizen, Weizenbock, Roggenbier, and other wheat-based beers where fruit, spice, and soft texture are part of the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermentis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e SafAle W-68\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.5 g sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYeast Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saccharomyces cerevisiae, POF+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e German-style wheat beers, Hefeweizen, Dunkelweizen, Weizenbock, Roggenbier, and fruity-spicy wheat ales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banana, fruity esters, clove, light pepper, floral wheat-beer aromatics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApparent Attenuation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78-84%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlocculation \/ Sedimentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Fermentation Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64.4-78.8°F (18-26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-80 g\/hL, or about 0.07-0.11 oz per gallon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eW-68 is meant to be expressive. Fermentation temperature, wort composition, pitch rate, and open or closed fermentation choices can all affect the balance of banana ester, clove phenolic, and overall softness. For a classic wheat profile, give the beer enough wheat in the grist, keep oxygen and sanitation tight, and ferment in the recommended range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentis lists W-68 as an E2U yeast, so it can be direct-pitched into the fermenter or rehydrated before pitching. For most standard-strength 5 gallon wheat beer batches, one 11.5 g sachet falls within the published dosage range. Higher-gravity beers, larger batches, or stressful fermentation conditions may call for more yeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore dry and away from direct heat. For longer storage after arrival, Fermentis recommends controlled cool storage below 59°F. Once opened, reseal the sachet, keep it refrigerated at 39°F or lower, and use it within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse more options in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/collections\/dry-yeast\" title=\"Dry brewing yeast collection\"\u003edry yeast collection\u003c\/a\u003e or compare other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/collections\/fermentis-yeast\" title=\"Fermentis yeast collection\"\u003eFermentis yeast strains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fermentis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51440486187286,"sku":"yeast-safale-dry-german-wheat-w-68","price":7.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/W-68_115g_Half_Face_60.jpg?v=1781726083","url":"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/fermentis-safale-w-68-german-wheat-beer-dry-yeast-11-5g","provider":"SoCal Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}