Description
STRAIN: 1272 AMERICAN ALE II™
Species: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
With many of the best qualities that brewers look for when brewing American styles of beer, this strain’s performance is consistent and it makes great beer. This versatile strain is a very good choice for a “House” strain. Expect a soft, clean profile with hints of nut, and a slightly tart finish. Ferment at warmer temperatures to accentuate hop character with an increased fruitiness. Or, ferment cool for a clean, light citrus character. It attenuates well and is reliably flocculent, producing bright beer without filtration.
Good for styles:
Blonde Ale, American Pale, American Strong Ale, American Amber Ale, American Brown Ale, American IPA, Double IPA, Black IPA, Brown IPA, Red IPA, Rye IPA, White IPA, American Barley Wine, American Porter, American Stout, Imperial Stout, Cream Ale, Irish Red Ale, Wee Heavy, British Strong Ale, Smoked Beer, Fruit Beer, Wood Aged Beer, Kentucky Common.
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Stuart Evans (verified owner) –
A brilliant yeast and one I will definitely be using again. A rapid ferment, with no off flavours which gave a “Vintage” American IPA taste to the finished beer, by which I mean it does have a character to it which complemented the American IPA I made giving an extra element to the equally showcased malts and hops. Cleared up well in the fermenter too.