Opshaug Kveik Ale Yeast | White Labs WLP518 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 WLP518 Opshaug Kveik Ale Yeast: Clean-Fermenting Kveik with High Flexibility
Traditional Norwegian Yeast for Crisp, Fast-Fermenting Ales
White Labs WLP518 Opshaug Kveik Ale Yeast is a versatile strain sourced from a traditional Norwegian farmhouse brewery. Known for its clean fermentation character, high flocculation, and tolerance to wide fermentation temperatures, WLP518 is ideal for brewers seeking the speed and resilience of a kveik strain without the fruity esters typically associated with other kveik yeasts. Its restrained ester profile and clean finish make it perfect for a variety of modern ales, particularly where hop expression is desired.
Key Characteristics:
- Attenuation: 70% – 80%
- Flocculation: High
- Alcohol Tolerance: Medium to High (up to ~11%)
- Fermentation Temperature Range: 77°F – 97°F (25°C – 36°C)
- STA1 Status: Negative
Ideal for Brewing:
- American Pale Ale
- Hazy IPA
- Blonde Ale
- Cold IPA
- Clean Kveik Ales
Why Choose WLP518 Opshaug Kveik Ale Yeast?
- Rapid Fermentation: Ferments quickly at elevated temps with clean results.
- Versatile Performance: Excellent in hop-forward ales and neutral styles.
- High Flocculation: Naturally clarifies beer with minimal conditioning time.
Enhance Your Brewing Process
Boost fermentation quality by pairing with White Labs Brewzyme to reduce diacetyl and White Labs Zinc Buddy for increased fermentation consistency and yeast health.
Our Commitment to Yeast Health
All White Labs yeasts at SoCal Brewing Supply are stored in temperature-monitored refrigerators to ensure maximum freshness. We recommend adding an ice pack and insulated mailer when shipping. Melted ice packs are normal and help prevent extreme heat exposure.
Check out our full White Labs yeast collection to explore more strains.
Choose WLP518 Opshaug Kveik for clean, fast-fermenting ales with reliable performance across a wide range of temperatures.