London Ale III Yeast | Wyeast 1318
London Ale III Yeast | Wyeast 1318
Soft, Fruity Profile with Excellent Haze Retention
Wyeast 1318 London Ale III Yeast is a versatile English ale strain renowned for producing beers with a soft, balanced mouthfeel and a distinctive fruit-forward ester profile. Popularized by modern brewers for hazy and juicy IPAs, this strain enhances hop character while maintaining body and haze stability. It is equally well-suited for English-style bitters, pale ales, and other malt-accented beers.
With medium flocculation and moderate attenuation, London Ale III creates beers that finish slightly fuller, supporting hop-driven styles with enhanced aroma and flavor carry-through. Its fermentation performance makes it a go-to yeast for brewers aiming to create expressive, flavorful ales.
Key Characteristics:
- Strain Style: English Ale Yeast
- Flocculation: Medium
- Attenuation: 71% - 75%
- Fermentation Temperature Range: 64°F - 74°F (18°C - 23°C)
- Alcohol Tolerance: ~10% ABV
- Recommended Styles: Hazy IPA, Pale Ale, Bitter, English IPA, English Porter, NEIPA
Why Choose Wyeast 1318?
- Juicy & Hazy: Enhances hop aroma and haze retention in IPAs
- English Heritage: Produces authentic esters for traditional bitters and pale ales
- Soft Finish: Creates beers with balanced body and mouthfeel
Pair with Wyeast Yeast Nutrient
For best results, use Wyeast Yeast Nutrient alongside this strain. Nutrients ensure a healthy fermentation, reduce lag time, and minimize the risk of sluggish fermentations—particularly helpful in hop-heavy or high-gravity beers.
How We Handle and Ship Yeast
At SoCal Brewing Supply, we store all liquid yeast under optimal refrigerated conditions with 24-hour temperature monitoring to maintain freshness and viability. For online orders, we recommend adding an ice pack to your shipment.
Note: Ice packs may arrive melted, which is normal. Their purpose is to reduce temperature shock during shipping and help protect yeast during short transit times.