Cablecar Yeast | Imperial Yeast L05

Brew Authentic California Common and Clean Pseudo-Lagers

Imperial Yeast L05 Cablecar is the quintessential strain for brewing California Common style beers. This versatile yeast produces clean, crisp pseudo-lagers at ale fermentation temperatures and functions effectively as a traditional lager strain down to the mid-50°F range. Beyond steam beers and California Commons, Cablecar excels in various fermentations, delivering neutral flavor profiles that allow both malt and hop characteristics to shine.

Key Characteristics:

• Attenuation: 71% – 75%
• Flocculation: Medium-High
• Alcohol Tolerance: Up to 10% ABV
• Fermentation Temperature Range: 55°F – 65°F (13°C – 18°C)
• Phenolic Off-Flavor: Negative
• Diastatic: Negative

Ideal for Brewing:

• California Common
• Pre-Prohibition Lager
• Bière de Garde
• Cream Ale
• Blonde Ale
• American Lager
• Vienna Lager
• Schwarzbier

Why Choose Imperial Yeast L05 Cablecar?

• Versatile Fermentation: Performs well at both ale and lager temperatures, offering flexibility in brewing schedules.
• Clean Profile: Produces neutral flavors, allowing malt and hop profiles to be the focal point.
• Traditional Authenticity: Ideal for brewing classic California Common and other lager-style beers with ale fermentation convenience.

Enhance Your Brewing Process

Pair Imperial Yeast L05 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 L05 Cablecar, and craft authentic California Commons and clean pseudo-lagers with ease.