Kolsch I

About

An enthusiastically top cropping, lager-like ale strain from Koln, Kolsch I is lightly fruity, crisp and clean, and accentuates hop flavors well. This strain can be fermented colder than Kolsch II (OYL- 044), and is powdery and slow to drop clear (filtering recommended). Kolsch II (OYL-044) is a little easier to manage. Sulfur disappears with age.

Flavor Profile

Enthusiastically top cropping, lager-like ale strain. Very clean with delicate fruit notes.

Best For

Kölsch, German blonde ale, light hybrid ales, cream ale, blonde ale

Provenance

"Traditional Kölsch yeast from Cologne, Germany."

Origin Details