W 34/78

W34/78 (Saccharomyces pastorianus ssp. carlsbergensis)

The W34/78 is a very respected yeast strain among connoisseurs. This yeast is excellently suited for the production of various bottom-fermented beer specialities up to a gravity of 16.5°P. It is characterized by

- a fine ester note

- low content of higher alcohols

- somewhat weaker fracture formation capacity

- pleasant light sulphur note

- very good diacetyl reduction

- high AV° (approx. 80-83%)

Recommended fermentation temperature: 11-12°C (9-14°C)