Fermentis SafAle US-05 American Ale Dry Yeast (11.5g)
The Brewer’s Workhorse: Consistent, Clean, and Versatile
Fermentis SafAle™ US-05 is one of the most popular and celebrated dry yeast strains in the world, and for good reason. It’s the quintessential American Ale yeast, a robust and reliable strain known for its remarkably neutral and clean fermentation profile. Often compared to the famous “Chico” strain (WLP001 or Wyeast 1056), US-05 is your best ally when you want the complex character of your specialty malts and the vibrant aroma of your hops to take center stage.
Key Features & Sensory Profile:
- Neutral Flavor Profile: This strain produces very low total esters and diacetyl, resulting in a crisp, clean finish that won’t distract from your beer’s core ingredients. It creates well-balanced and highly drinkable ales.
- High Attenuation: With an apparent attenuation range of 78-82%, US-05 efficiently converts sugars, leading to a medium final gravity and a satisfyingly dry finish—perfect for hop-forward styles.
- Ideal for Hop-Forward Styles: Its clean fermentation character makes US-05 the go-to choice for showcasing late-addition and dry-hop aromas, making it indispensable for IPAs, Pale Ales, APAs, and NEIPAs that demand a clean backdrop.
- Excellent Performance: US-05 is a robust fermenter, forming a firm foam head and presenting a very good ability to stay in suspension during the main fermentation phase.
- Versatile Temperature Range: While ideal fermentation temperatures are to ( to ), this strain is highly resilient, allowing you to fine-tune your final profile by fermenting on the cooler or warmer end of the spectrum.
- E2U™ Easy to Use: The US-05 dry format offers ultimate convenience. You can pitch directly onto the wort surface at or above the fermentation temperature, or opt for rehydration to ensure maximum cell viability and a shorter lag time.
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