LalBrew Belle Saison Belgian Style Ale Yeast
Details
LalBrew® Belle Saison is a Belgian-style ale yeast selected specifically for its ability to create Saison-style beers. Belle Saison is a diastaticus strain that allows the brewers to achieve the high attenuation characteristic of this classic style. Designed for warm-temperature fermentation true to traditional “Farmhouse” production methods, beers brewed with LalBrew® Belle Saison are fruity, spicy and refreshing.
Microbiological Properties
- Classified as a Saccharomyces cerevisiae var. diastaticus, a top fermenting yeast.
- Typical Analysis of Belle Saison yeast:
- Percent solids 93% – 97%
- Living Yeast Cells ≥ 5 x 109 per gram of dry yeast
- Wild Yeast < 1 per 106 yeast cells
- Bacteria < 1 per 106 yeast cells
- Finished product is released to the market only after passing a rigorous series of tests
*According to the ASBC and EBC methods of analysis
Brewing Properties
In Lallemand’s Standard Conditions Wort at 20°C (68°F) Belle Saison yeast exhibits:
- Vigorous fermentation that can be completed in 4 days
- High Attenuation and Low Flocculation
- Aroma and flavor is traditional of Saisons with citrus and pepper notes.
- The optimal temperature range for Belle Saison yeast when producing traditional styles is 15°C(59°F) to 35°C(95°F)
Saccharomyces cerevisiae var. diastaticus strains are capable of utilizing some types of dextrins. Extra care should be taken to ensure proper cleaning procedures are in place to avoid any cross-contamination with other brews.
Fermentation rate, fermentation time and degree of attenuation are dependent on inoculation density, yeast handling, fermentation temperature and nutritional quality of the wort.
Specs
Region | Europe |
Country | Denmark |
Fermentation Range | 59-95°F (15-35°C) |
Flocculation | Low |
ABV | 15% |
Attenuation | High |
Collection | Premium Series |
Pitching Rate | 50-100 g/hL |
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