Fermentis | SafAle™ K-97 German Ale | Dry Beer Yeast

German ale yeast selected for its ability to form a large firm head when fermenting. Suitable to brew ales with low esters and can be used for Belgian type wheat beers. Its lower attenuation profile makes for beers with a good mouthfeel. This ale yeast works at a wide temperature range between 54-77°F, but ideally between 59-68°F. Highly flocculent.

    K-97 is ideal for delicate beers like Kolsch, Wits and Session Beers as well as heavily hopped beers
    Tends to present floral and balanced fruity character depending on fermentation conditions
    Fermentis active dry yeast offers reliability, ease-of-use, and consistency to home and professional beverage makers across the world

The perfect dry yeast for your German ales or Belgian-style wheat beers. K-97 is selected for its penchant to form a large, firm krausen while fermenting. A great choice for ales that you want to have a low ester character. The lower attenuation of K-97 makes for beers with a nice mouthfeel. Can ferment anywhere between 54-77°F, although the ideal range is between 59-68°F.

This yeast can be pitched directly, but if you prefer to rehydrate, the instructions are below.

Sprinkle the yeast in a minimum of 10 times its weight of sterile water or wort (we suggest 4 oz) at 70°F to 77°F (21 to 25 °C). Do not stir. Leave to rest 15 to 30 minutes. Gently stir for 30 minutes, and pitch the resultant cream into the fermentation vessel.

    Attenuation: 80-84%
    Sedimentation Time: Slow
    Alcohol Tolerance: 9-11% ABV
    Optimum Fermentation Temp: 64-78°F