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Belgian Dark Ale

Wyeast (WY3822)AleLiquid
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About

This unique Belgian ale yeast is a high acid producer with balanced ester and phenol production allowing a good expression of malt profile, especially the strong flavors of darker malts and sugars. High alcohol tolerance. Spicy, tart, and dry on the palate with a very complex finish.

Flavor Profile

High acid producer with balanced ester and phenol production. Good dark malt and sugar expression. Spicy, tart, and dry on the palate with a very complex finish.

spicytartcomplex
Banana
1
Stone Fruit
1
Red Apple
1
Clove
2
Pepper
2
Spicy
3
Earthy
1
Malty
3
Acidic
3
Alcoholic
2

Best For

Belgian Ales

Provenance

"Traditional Norwegian kveik from the Espe family farm."

Origin Details

Place
Norway

Fermentation Stats

Temperature
64 - 81°F
Attenuation
74 - 79%
Flocculation
either
Alcohol Tolerance
12%