Opheim

About

Traditional Norwegian farmhouse yeast (Kveik) from Ulvik. Collected as part of efforts to preserve Norway's unique farmhouse brewing heritage. Like other Kveik, it tolerates high fermentation temperatures and completes fermentation quickly while producing distinctive farmhouse character.

Flavor Profile

Traditional Norwegian Kveik strain. Produces tropical and citrus fruit esters. Fast, heat-tolerant fermentation.

Best For

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

Provenance

"The yeast was collected from fermenting cider at the farm of Opheim. The cider was made by picking apples from Opheim, crushing them, and letting the juice ferment naturally. So this is a wild yeast from the farm of Opheim."

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