Ishlei

About

A Russian farmhouse yeast representing the easternmost extent of European farmhouse brewing traditions. Collected to document traditional brewing practices.

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Traditional Lithuanian farmhouse yeast. Rustic character with earthy and fruity complexity.

Best For

Norwegian farmhouse ale, quick-turn ales, pseudo-lagers, hop-forward beers

Provenance

"Rimma has had the culture for as long as she can remember. She learned to brew from her mother-in-law, and the culture may come from her, but she is not sure. She may have borrowed from a neighbour at some point."

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