East Coast Ale Yeast | White Labs WLP008 Yeast

White Labs WLP008 East Coast Ale Yeast – Versatile Strain for Balanced American Ales

Craft Clean, Crisp Beers with Subtle Ester Profiles

White Labs WLP008 East Coast Ale Yeast is a versatile strain ideal for brewing a wide range of American-style ales. It offers a clean fermentation profile with slightly higher ester production than WLP001 California Ale Yeast®, resulting in a balanced beer with subtle fruity notes. This yeast's moderate attenuation leaves a pleasant mouthfeel and residual sweetness, effectively balancing hop bitterness. It's particularly well-suited for styles such as blondes, pale ales, amber ales, and has gained popularity in East Coast IPAs.

Key Characteristics:

• Attenuation: 70% – 75%
• Flocculation: Low to Medium
• Alcohol Tolerance: Medium (5% – 10%)
• Fermentation Temperature Range: 68°F – 73°F (20°C – 23°C)
• STA1 Status: Negative

Ideal for Brewing:

• American IPA
• Blonde Ale
• Brown Ale
• Cider
• Double IPA
• Dry Mead
• English Bitter
• English IPA
• Hazy/Juicy IPA
• Imperial Stout
• Pale Ale
• Porter
• Red Ale
• Stout
• Sweet Mead

Why Choose WLP008 East Coast Ale Yeast?

• Balanced Flavor Profile: Produces clean beers with subtle esters and a pleasant mouthfeel.
• Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of ale styles, from pale ales to stouts.
• Popularity in IPAs: Gaining traction in brewing East Coast IPAs for its balanced characteristics.

Enhance Your Brewing Process

Pair WLP008 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 White Labs yeast strains, check out our entire selection of White Labs Yeasts here.

Elevate your brewing with White Labs WLP008 East Coast Ale Yeast and create beers that embody the balanced, approachable qualities of American ales.