Vabalninkas

About

Lithuanian farmhouse yeast from Vabalninkas, collected as part of efforts to preserve Baltic brewing heritage. Produces farmhouse character suited to traditional Lithuanian brewing styles.

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

Best For

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

Provenance

"Comes from an old brewer in Vabalninkas. Several brewers share the same yeast. The brewers did not wish to give their names."

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