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SafLager S-189
Fermentis (S-189)LagerDry
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About
Originating from the Hürlimann brewery in Switzerland. This lager yeast strain's profile allows to brew fairly neutral flavor beers with a high drinkability. Depending on the conditions, it tends to present noticeable herbal and floral notes to lager beers.
Flavor Profile
Herbal and floral with neutral base
floral
Spicy
2
Earthy
2
Malty
2
Neutral
3
Best For
Continental lagers, Pilsner, Helles, Märzen, Swiss-style lagers
Provenance
"German lager yeast from the Bavarian brewing tradition."
Origin Details
Place
Bavaria, Germany
Fermentation Stats
Temperature
54 - 59°F
Attenuation
80 - 84%
Flocculation
top
Alcohol Tolerance
11%