Independence Ale Yeast | Imperial Yeast A15

Elevate Your Hop-Forward Ales with Fruity Esters

Imperial Yeast A15 Independence is a robust American ale strain designed to amplify the fruity and aromatic characteristics of your hop-forward beers. Producing more esters than the Flagship strain, Independence enhances hoppy ales with notes of fruit that complement both malt and hop profiles. It’s a versatile strain that performs equally well in pale ales, IPAs, stouts, and English ales. With medium flocculation and consistent attenuation, this strain is a reliable choice for a variety of beer styles.

Key Characteristics:

• Attenuation: 72% – 76%
• Flocculation: Medium
• Alcohol Tolerance: Up to 12% ABV
• Fermentation Temperature Range: 60°F – 72°F (16°C – 22°C)
• Phenolic Off-Flavor: Negative
• Diastatic: Negative

Perfect for Brewing:

• American Pale Ale
• American IPA
• Stout
• English Ale

Why Choose Imperial Yeast A15 Independence?

• Enhanced Hop Expression: Elevates hop-forward beers with a fruity ester profile, perfect for modern ale styles.
• Versatile Performance: Suitable for a wide variety of ales, from hop-forward IPAs to malt-forward stouts.
• Balanced Fermentation: Offers a clean and consistent profile, highlighting key ingredients.

Enhance Your Brewing Process

Pair Imperial Yeast A15 with White Labs Brewzyme to eliminate diacetyl and ensure a clean, professional-quality finish. For optimal yeast health, use White Labs Zinc Buddy to promote vigorous and consistent fermentation.

Our Commitment to Yeast Health

At SoCal Brewing Supply, we take yeast storage and viability very seriously. We ensure yeast is always stored under optimal conditions, with 24-hour monitoring of refrigerator temperatures to prevent spikes that could negatively impact yeast health.

For liquid yeast orders, we recommend shipping with an ice pack and insulated envelope to ensure your yeast arrives in top condition. It’s normal for ice packs to melt during transit; their purpose is to protect the yeast from extreme temperatures caused by external weather conditions.

If you like this yeast or want to view other Imperial Yeast strains, check out our entire collection of Imperial Yeast here.

Elevate your brewing with Imperial Yeast A15 Independence, crafting beers that highlight both hops and esters for a balanced and flavorful experience.