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California Lager
Wyeast (WY2112)LagerLiquid
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About
This strain is particularly well suited for producing California Common-style beers. It retains lager characteristics at temperatures up to 65 °F (18 °C) and produces malty, brilliantly clear beers. This strain is not recommended for cold temperature fermentation.
Flavor Profile
Malty, brilliantly clear with lager characteristics at warmer ale temperatures. California Common specialty with distinctive woody character.
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Red Apple
1
Earthy
1
Malty
4
Neutral
3
Best For
California Common, Cream Ale, Porter, Seasonal Beers, Pale Ales
Provenance
"Unique lager strain that ferments at ale temperatures, from San Francisco's steam beer tradition."
Origin Details
Place
San Francisco, California, USA
Fermentation Stats
Temperature
57 - 68°F
Attenuation
67 - 71%
Flocculation
top
Alcohol Tolerance
11%