Franconian Dark Lager Yeast | White Labs WLP4030 Yeast
If this yeast is on sale at 40% off, it’s likely nearing its expiration date—but don’t worry! It’s still highly viable and a great way to save on your brew.
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White Labs WLP4030 Franconian Dark Lager Yeast: Brew Malty German Lagers with Rich Complexity
Traditional Vault Strain from Franconia Ideal for Dunkels, Bocks, and Amber Lagers
White Labs WLP4030 Franconian Dark Lager Yeast is a Vault strain sourced from the Franconia region of Germany, known for its deeply malty and smooth lager styles. This yeast produces clean, well-attenuated beers with rich malt-forward character and restrained esters. Perfect for homebrewers aiming to create authentic Dunkels, Bocks, and Franconian-style lagers with depth and balance.
Key Characteristics:
- Attenuation: 70% – 78%
- Flocculation: Medium
- Alcohol Tolerance: Medium (up to 9%)
- Fermentation Temperature Range: 50°F – 55°F (10°C – 13°C)
- STA1 Status: Negative
Recommended For:
- Munich Dunkel
- Traditional Bock
- Amber and Dark Lagers
- Franconian Kellerbier
Why Choose WLP4030 Franconian Dark Lager Yeast?
- Authentic Character: Captures the signature malt richness of classic Franconian lagers.
- Clean Fermentation: Medium flocculation and low ester profile for balanced results.
- Versatile: Works across a range of dark and amber lager styles with excellent depth.
Support Healthy Fermentation
Pair WLP4030 with White Labs Zinc Buddy to ensure healthy fermentation and cell growth. For an even cleaner profile, consider White Labs Brewzyme to eliminate diacetyl and reduce lagering time.
Our Commitment to Quality Yeast
SoCal Brewing Supply stores all liquid yeast under optimal refrigerated conditions with 24/7 monitoring. We ship WLP4030 with a complimentary ice pack and insulated envelope to help maintain cold-chain integrity. Melted ice packs are normal—they’re designed to reduce temperature fluctuations in transit.
Explore other traditional and specialty lager strains in our full White Labs yeast collection here.
Craft authentic German-style lagers with the malty depth and clean finish of WLP4030 Franconian Dark Lager Yeast.