{"title":"Fermentis","description":"\u003cp\u003eFermentis is a French yeast maker and part of the Lesaffre group. Its SafAle and SafLager dried yeasts are used by brewers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"bc-more\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;color:#7d6608;font-weight:600;list-style:none;\"\u003eRead more ›\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe stock popular Fermentis strains such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale-us-05-yeast-11-5g\"\u003eSafale US-05\u003c\/a\u003e for clean American ales and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale-s-04-yeast-11-5g\"\u003eSafale S-04\u003c\/a\u003e for English ales. For lagers, there is SafLager W-34\/70 and S-23. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fermentis-yeast-range\"\u003eFermentis Yeast Range\u003c\/a\u003e listing lets you compare them all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried yeast is easy to store and simple to use. Using a fresh dried yeast in place of a kit's own yeast is a simple upgrade. See all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/yeast\"\u003ebrewing yeasts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"safale™-t-58","title":"Fermentis SafAle™ T-58 Dried Ale Yeast 11.5g","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafAle T-58 is a Fermentis speciality ale yeast with a strong fermentation character, giving intense fruity and phenolic flavours, especially banana, clove and pepper. Reach for it when brewing Belgian-style ales, wheat beers and spiced beers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruity and spicy, with banana, clove and peppery notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits English and Belgian-style ales and wheat-based beers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium sedimentation; forms a powdery haze if disturbed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFermentis specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack: 11.5g sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: top-fermenting ale yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 18-26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApparent attenuation: 72-78%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol tolerance: 9-11%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosage: 50-80g per hectolitre, so one 11.5g sachet is the minimum dose for 23 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePitch directly onto the wort at fermentation temperature, or rehydrate in ten times its weight of sterile water at 25-29°C for 15-30 minutes. Store sachets below 24°C for up to 6 months, or below 15°C for longer. Once opened, reseal, keep at 4°C and use within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt pairs well with English hops such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/challenger\"\u003eChallenger\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fuggles\"\u003eFuggles\u003c\/a\u003e for a British-Belgian crossover. For a fruitier, fuller-bodied Belgian yeast see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale%E2%84%A2-s-33\"\u003eSafAle S-33\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fermentis-yeast-range\"\u003eFermentis yeast range\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/beer-yeast-selector\"\u003ebeer yeast selector\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--faq--\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"chem-faq\" style=\"border:1px solid #e3ddd2;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;margin:1.5rem 0;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2f2416;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:0;padding:0 20px;\" open\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eIs T-58 good for wheat beers?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eYes. Fermentis recommends it for wheat-based beers and Belgian-style ales thanks to its banana, clove and peppery notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhat temperature range does it like?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis gives 18-26°C as the ideal fermentation range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eHow many sachets for a 23 litre brew?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eOne 11.5g sachet meets Fermentis's minimum dose of 50g per hectolitre for 23 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eCan I pitch it dry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eYes. Sprinkle it on the wort surface, or rehydrate first in sterile water for 15-30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--\/faq--\u003e","brand":"Fermentis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40151798317217,"sku":"B-40716","price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/files\/safale-t-58-main-2x.jpg?v=1792097858"},{"product_id":"safale™-s-33","title":"Fermentis SafAle™ S-33 Dried Ale Yeast 11.5g","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafAle S-33 is a Fermentis dried ale yeast chosen to bring out hoppy and fruity flavours. It gives beer a fuller mouthfeel and body, which makes it a good fit for Belgian ales, strong English ales and New England IPAs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit-driven, with a medium level of esters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds body and a generous mouthfeel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium sedimentation; leaves a powdery haze if stirred up rather than clumping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFermentis specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack: 11.5g sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: top-fermenting ale yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 18-26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApparent attenuation: 68-72% (leaves some sweetness and body)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol tolerance: 9-11%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosage: 50-80g per hectolitre, so one 11.5g sachet is the minimum dose for 23 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSprinkle onto the wort at fermentation temperature, or rehydrate in ten times its weight of sterile water at 25-29°C for 15-30 minutes, then pitch. Store sachets below 24°C for up to 6 months, or below 15°C for longer. Once opened, reseal, keep at 4°C and use within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a spicier Belgian character try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale%E2%84%A2-t-58\"\u003eSafAle T-58\u003c\/a\u003e; for a cleaner ale, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale-us-05-yeast-11-5g\"\u003eSafAle US-05\u003c\/a\u003e. See the full \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fermentis-yeast-range\"\u003eFermentis yeast range\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/beer-yeast-selector\"\u003ecompare every beer and cider yeast we stock\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--faq--\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"chem-faq\" style=\"border:1px solid #e3ddd2;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;margin:1.5rem 0;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2f2416;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:0;padding:0 20px;\" open\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhat beers is S-33 best for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis suggests Belgian ales such as blond, dubbel, tripel and quadrupel, imperial stouts, strong English ales and New England IPAs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhat temperature should I ferment at?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis gives an ideal range of 18-26°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eHow much do I need for 23 litres?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis recommends 50-80g per hectolitre, so one 11.5g sachet is the minimum for 23 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWill it finish dry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eNot especially. Its apparent attenuation is 68-72%, lower than many ale strains, which leaves more body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--\/faq--\u003e","brand":"Fermentis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40151800217761,"sku":"B-40723","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/files\/safale-s-33-main-2x.jpg?v=1792095533"},{"product_id":"saflager™-s-23","title":"Fermentis SafLager™ S-23 Dried Lager Yeast 11.5g","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafLager S-23 is a bottom-fermenting lager yeast originally from Berlin, Germany. Fermentis recommends it for fruitier, more estery lagers, with a good length on the palate, so it suits brewers who want a lager with a bit more character than a very neutral strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruity, estery lager profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well in hoppy lagers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast sedimentation for clearer beer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFermentis specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack: 11.5g sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: bottom-fermenting lager yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 12-18°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApparent attenuation: 80-84%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol tolerance: 9-11%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosage: 80-120g per hectolitre, so allow two 11.5g sachets for a 23 litre batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSprinkle onto wort at or above fermentation temperature, or rehydrate in ten times its weight of sterile water at 15-25°C for 15-30 minutes before pitching. Store sachets below 24°C for up to 6 months, or below 15°C for longer. Once opened, reseal, keep at 4°C and use within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it in European lagers and pilsners alongside \u003ca href=\"\/products\/saaz-t90-pellet\"\u003eSaaz\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tettnanger-t90-pellet\"\u003eTettnanger\u003c\/a\u003e hops and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crisp-malt-crushed-german-pilsner-25kg\"\u003eGerman Pilsner malt\u003c\/a\u003e. For a cleaner, more neutral lager, try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/saflager%E2%84%A2-w-34-70\"\u003eSafLager W-34\/70\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fermentis-yeast-range\"\u003eFermentis yeast range\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/beer-yeast-selector\"\u003ecompare every beer yeast we stock\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--faq--\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"chem-faq\" style=\"border:1px solid #e3ddd2;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;margin:1.5rem 0;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2f2416;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:0;padding:0 20px;\" open\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhat temperature should I ferment S-23 at?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis gives an ideal range of 12-18°C, so a cool spot or fermentation fridge is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eHow many sachets for 23 litres?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis recommends 80-120g per hectolitre for lager strains, which is two 11.5g sachets for 23 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eHow is S-23 different from W-34\/70?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eS-23 gives a fruitier, more estery lager, while W-34\/70 is the cleaner, more neutral strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--\/faq--\u003e","brand":"Fermentis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40151804379297,"sku":"B-40712","price":5.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/files\/saflager-s-23-main-2x.jpg?v=1792097471"},{"product_id":"saflager™-w-34-70","title":"Fermentis SafLager™ W-34\/70 Dried Lager Yeast 11.5g","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafLager W-34\/70 is a famous lager yeast strain from Weihenstephan in Germany, used by breweries around the world. Fermentis calls it a strong, robust lager yeast for neutral beers, with a good balance of floral and fruity aromas and a clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and neutral, with low esters and higher alcohols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced floral and fruity aromas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast sedimentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFermentis specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack: 11.5g sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: bottom-fermenting lager yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 12-18°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApparent attenuation: 80-84%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol tolerance: 9-11%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosage: 80-120g per hectolitre, so allow two 11.5g sachets for a 23 litre batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePitch directly onto the wort, or rehydrate in ten times its weight of sterile water or boiled, hopped wort at 15-25°C for 15-30 minutes. Store sachets below 24°C for up to 6 months, or below 15°C for longer. Once opened, reseal, keep at 4°C and use within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA great choice for German lagers, pilsners and Marzen. Brew it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/saaz-t90-pellet\"\u003eSaaz\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tettnanger-t90-pellet\"\u003eTettnanger\u003c\/a\u003e hops on a base of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crisp-malt-crushed-lager-malt-25kg\"\u003eCrisp Lager Malt\u003c\/a\u003e. For a fruitier lager try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/saflager%E2%84%A2-s-23\"\u003eSafLager S-23\u003c\/a\u003e. See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fermentis-yeast-range\"\u003eFermentis yeast range\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/beer-yeast-selector\"\u003ebeer yeast selector\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--faq--\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"chem-faq\" style=\"border:1px solid #e3ddd2;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;margin:1.5rem 0;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2f2416;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:0;padding:0 20px;\" open\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhat temperature does W-34\/70 need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis gives 12-18°C as the ideal fermentation range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eHow much yeast for a 23 litre lager?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis recommends 80-120g per hectolitre, which means two 11.5g sachets for 23 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eDoes it need rehydrating?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eIt can be pitched dry onto the wort, or rehydrated first for 15-30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eBelow 24°C for up to 6 months, or below 15°C for longer. Use an opened sachet within 7 days, resealed and kept at 4°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--\/faq--\u003e","brand":"Fermentis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40151807688865,"sku":"B-40718","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/files\/saflager-w-34-70-main-2x.jpg?v=1792095539"},{"product_id":"fermentis-yeast-range","title":"Fermentis Yeast-Range","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Fermentis range brings six popular SafAle and SafLager dried brewing yeasts together on one page, so you can pick the right strain for anything from an English bitter to a German pilsner. Choose the strain from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe strains\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale-s-04-yeast-11-5g\"\u003eSafAle S-04\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - English ale yeast, fast fermenting, settles quickly for clear beer. 18-26°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale-us-05-yeast-11-5g\"\u003eSafAle US-05\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - American ale yeast, neutral, clean and crisp; great for pale ales and IPAs. 18-26°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale%E2%84%A2-s-33\"\u003eSafAle S-33\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - fruity strain with good mouthfeel and body, for Belgian ales, strong ales and NEIPAs. 18-26°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale%E2%84%A2-t-58\"\u003eSafAle T-58\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - phenolic strain with banana, clove and peppery notes, for Belgian ales and wheat beers. 18-26°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/saflager%E2%84%A2-s-23\"\u003eSafLager S-23\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Berlin lager strain for fruitier, estery lagers. 12-18°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/saflager%E2%84%A2-w-34-70\"\u003eSafLager W-34\/70\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - the Weihenstephan lager strain, clean and robust, used by brewers worldwide. 12-18°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDosage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAle strains: 50-80g per hectolitre (one 11.5g sachet minimum for 23 litres)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLager strains: 80-120g per hectolitre (two 11.5g sachets for 23 litres)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSprinkle straight onto the wort at fermentation temperature, or rehydrate first in ten times its weight of sterile water for 15-30 minutes. Store sachets below 24°C for up to 6 months, or below 15°C for longer. Once opened, reseal, keep at 4°C and use within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot sure which to pick? Try our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/beer-yeast-selector\"\u003ebeer yeast selector\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--faq--\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"chem-faq\" style=\"border:1px solid #e3ddd2;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;margin:1.5rem 0;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2f2416;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:0;padding:0 20px;\" open\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhich Fermentis yeast should I use for a British bitter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eSafAle S-04 is an English ale strain that ferments fast and drops clear, which suits bitters and cask-style ales.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eHow many sachets do I need for 23 litres?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFor the ale strains, one 11.5g sachet meets Fermentis's minimum dose of 50g per hectolitre. For the lager strains, Fermentis recommends 80-120g per hectolitre, so use two sachets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eDo I have to rehydrate the yeast?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eNo. Fermentis allows direct pitching onto the wort surface, or rehydrating in sterile water for 15-30 minutes first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eHow should I store the sachets?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eBelow 24°C for up to 6 months, or below 15°C for longer storage. Opened sachets should be resealed, kept at 4°C and used within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--\/faq--\u003e","brand":"Fermentis","offers":[{"title":"Safale S-04 Yeast","offer_id":42818058059937,"sku":"HB-32014","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Safale US-05 Yeast","offer_id":42818058092705,"sku":"HB-32015","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"SAFLAGER S-23","offer_id":41803614126241,"sku":"HB-32016","price":5.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"SAFALE S-33","offer_id":41803614159009,"sku":"B-40723","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"SAFALE T-58","offer_id":41803614191777,"sku":"B-40716","price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"SAFLAGER W-34\/70","offer_id":41803614224545,"sku":"HB-32017","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/4qocplbcdhf_720x_4dc0ec2c-665b-4f17-ab3a-7763bcad231d.jpg?v=1649538482"},{"product_id":"safale-us-05-yeast-11-5g","title":"Safale US-05 Yeast (11.5g)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafale US-05 is Fermentis's American ale yeast, known for neutral, well-balanced beers that are clean and crisp. With low diacetyl and low esters it lets hops and malt do the talking, making it a go-to for pale ales and IPAs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, crisp and neutral, with low esters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms a firm foam head during fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStays well in suspension, so it keeps working through the ferment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for heavily hopped beers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFermentis specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack: 11.5g sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 18-26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApparent attenuation: 78-82%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSedimentation: medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol tolerance: 9-11%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosage: 50-80g per hectolitre, so one 11.5g sachet is the minimum dose for 23 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePitch dry onto the wort or rehydrate in ten times its weight of sterile water or boiled wort at 25-29°C for 15-30 minutes. Store sachets below 24°C for up to 6 months, or below 15°C for longer. Once opened, reseal, keep at 4°C and use within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cascade-t90-pellet\"\u003eCascade\u003c\/a\u003e hops and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crisp-maltings-maris-otter-extra-pale-25kg\"\u003eExtra Pale Maris Otter\u003c\/a\u003e for a classic pale ale. For a fruitier English character, choose \u003ca href=\"\/products\/safale-s-04-yeast-11-5g\"\u003eSafale S-04\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fermentis-yeast-range\"\u003eFermentis yeast range\u003c\/a\u003e or our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/beer-yeast-selector\"\u003ebeer yeast selector\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--faq--\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"chem-faq\" style=\"border:1px solid #e3ddd2;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;margin:1.5rem 0;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2f2416;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:0;padding:0 20px;\" open\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhat is US-05 best for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eAmerican-style ales and highly hopped beers such as pale ales and IPAs, where a clean, neutral yeast lets the hops shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhat temperature should I use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis gives an ideal range of 18-26°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eHow much do I need for 23 litres?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eOne 11.5g sachet meets Fermentis's minimum dose of 50g per hectolitre for 23 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eCan I use it in a beer kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eYes. Many brewers swap a kit's own yeast for US-05 when they want a cleaner, crisper finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--\/faq--\u003e","brand":"Fermentis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42818061205665,"sku":"B-40719","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/1667942834-40719-1_82d94cce-209c-4609-a937-bb00507ee562.webp?v=1673364171"},{"product_id":"safale-s-04-yeast-11-5g","title":"Safale S-04 Yeast (11.5g)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafale S-04 is an English ale yeast from Fermentis, picked for its fast fermentation and balanced fruity and floral notes. It forms a compact sediment at the end of fermentation, helping your beer clear, and suits a wide range of English and American ales, including cask-conditioned beers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCharacter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced fruity and floral notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong flocculation and fast sedimentation for bright beer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopes with highly hopped ales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFermentis specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack: 11.5g sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 18-26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApparent attenuation: 74-82%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol tolerance: 9-11%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosage: 50-80g per hectolitre, so one 11.5g sachet is the minimum dose for 23 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSprinkle evenly over the wort surface, or rehydrate in ten times its weight of sterile water at 25-29°C for 15-30 minutes. Store sachets below 24°C for up to 6 months, or below 15°C for longer. Once opened, reseal, keep at 4°C and use within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA natural partner for \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crisp-maltings-maris-otter-25kg\"\u003eMaris Otter malt\u003c\/a\u003e and English hops like \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fuggles\"\u003eFuggles\u003c\/a\u003e. Also handy for replacing the yeast in a beer kit. See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fermentis-yeast-range\"\u003eFermentis yeast range\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/beer-yeast-selector\"\u003ecompare every beer and cider yeast we stock\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--faq--\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"chem-faq\" style=\"border:1px solid #e3ddd2;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;margin:1.5rem 0;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2f2416;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:20px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:0;padding:0 20px;\" open\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhat beer styles is S-04 for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eEnglish and American ales, including bitters, cask-conditioned beers and highly hopped ales.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWill one sachet do a 23 litre brew?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eYes. Fermentis recommends 50-80g per hectolitre, and one 11.5g sachet meets the minimum dose for 23 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eWhat temperature should I ferment at?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eFermentis gives an ideal range of 18-26°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:14px 0;font-weight:600;list-style-position:outside;\"\u003eDoes it clear well?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#444;\"\u003eYes. It flocculates strongly and settles fast, forming a compact sediment that helps clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--\/faq--\u003e","brand":"Fermentis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42818061992097,"sku":"B-40711","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/1667945594-40711-1_8e3b171b-97d0-4ff9-80ed-0667c8775135.webp?v=1673364222"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/collections\/4qocplbcdhf_720x_4dc0ec2c-665b-4f17-ab3a-7763bcad231d.jpg?v=1791919200","url":"https:\/\/brewco.uk\/collections\/all-fermentis.oembed","provider":"Brewco.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}