Forager Ale Yeast | White Labs WLP4060 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.
Yeast Specifications:
- Manufacturer: White Labs
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White Labs WLP4060 Forager Ale Yeast: Unleash the Wild, Rustic Character of Nature-Inspired Ales
Perfect for Brewing Beers Infused with Botanicals, Fruits, and Foraged Ingredients
White Labs WLP4060 Forager Ale Yeast is a specialty Vault strain designed for brewing rustic, botanical, and foraged-style beers. This expressive ale yeast offers a delicate balance of phenolics, esters, and malt-forward character, allowing for creative flexibility with herbs, fruit, flowers, and wild-harvested ingredients. Whether you're crafting a field beer, spiced saison, or experimental farmhouse ale, WLP4060 delivers complexity without overpowering adjunct flavors.
Key Characteristics:
- Attenuation: 74% – 82%
- Flocculation: Medium
- Alcohol Tolerance: Up to 10%
- Fermentation Temperature Range: 66°F – 72°F (19°C – 22°C)
- STA1 Status: Negative
Recommended For:
- Field Beers
- Botanical Ales
- Spiced Farmhouse Styles
- Fruit-Infused Saisons
Why Choose WLP4060 Forager Ale Yeast?
- Creative Brewing Potential: Ideal for recipes using herbs, foraged plants, flowers, spices, or seasonal fruits.
- Balanced Profile: Supports subtle phenolic character without overpowering adjunct ingredients.
- Vault Exclusive: Available only as part of White Labs’ limited-release Vault program.
Optimize Your Fermentation
Pair this yeast with White Labs Zinc Buddy to promote strong fermentation and vitality. For cleaner profiles, consider using White Labs Brewzyme to reduce diacetyl and streamline aging.
Yeast Health and Shipping Assurance
At SoCal Brewing Supply, we store all liquid yeast strains—like WLP4060—under strictly monitored refrigeration conditions. For every order, we include an ice pack and insulated shipping envelope to help maintain cold-chain integrity during transit. Melted ice packs are normal and protect against extreme heat spikes.
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Let White Labs WLP4060 Forager Ale Yeast transform your wildest brewing ideas into earthy, balanced ales inspired by nature.