This is a blend of ale and lager yeast strains. The strains work together to create a clean, crisp, light American lager style ale. A pleasing estery aroma may be perceived from the ale yeast contribution. Hop flavors and bitterness are slightly subdued. Slight sulfur will be produced during fermentation, from the lager yeast. Attenuation: 75-80% Flocculation: Medium Optimum Ferment Temp: 65-70°F (18-21°C) Alcohol Tolerance: Medium-High
White Labs has moved to new packaging - PurePitch® Next Generation - which contains a larger pitch and new re-closable pouch. White Labs provides a lot more information about the new packaging and pitch rates on their website.
Why PurePitch Next Gen versus other options?
Scan the barcode on the back of each package to be taken to their online calculator. Enter the volume, strength, and pitching temperature of the wort you are fermenting and the calculator tells you exactly how much yeast to pitch. You will be fermenting like a professional brewer, using the same concentration of yeast every time and enjoying more consistent results. Don't need a full package? Put the lid back on and store in the refrigerator for your next batch. White Labs has also increased the viability (the number of living cells in the package) over the shelf life of the yeast. Next Gen strains are grown in their unique, small-batch reactors to assure freshness and then packaged in a special film that allows for off-gassing, assuring that their viability is absolutely industry leading.