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Wyeast | 1388 Belgian Strong Ale | Beer Yeast | Activator Smack-Pack System™ | 100 Billion Cells

    Description

    • 1388 is the classic choice for brewing golden strong ale due to its high alcohol tolerance and complex ester profile with subtle phenolics
    • Malt flavors and aromas will remain even with a well attenuated dry, tart finish
    • Activator Smack-Pack System™ "proofs" the yeast and shortens lag time when it hits your wort
    • When smacked, the Activator™ packet releases sugars and nutrients to initiate the culture's metabolism
    • Wyeast has been a pioneer in craft brewing for over 35 years and is committed to creating the finest fermentation products available
    • Although beneficial, cultures do not need to be activated prior to inoculation

    The classic choice for brewing golden strong ales. This alcohol tolerant strain will produce a complex ester profile balanced nicely with subtle phenolics. Malt flavors and aromas will remain even with a well attenuated dry, tart finish. It may continue to produce CO2 for an extended period after packaging or collection.

    Attenuation: 74-78%
    Flocculation: Low
    Alcohol Tolerance: 12-13%
    Optimum Fermentation Temp: 64-80°F
    Cell Count: 100 Billion

    Styles:
    Belgian Blond Ale
    Belgian Golden Strong Ale
    Belgian Specialty Ale
    Belgian Tripel
    Bière de Garde
    Christmas/Winter Specialty Spiced Beer

    For best results we always recommend ordering an ice pack with your liquid yeast.

    Please Note: When choosing an ice pack option beware that the liquid yeast will not arrive cold even when shipped together. Ice packs and insulated mailing options are designed to keep the yeast colder for longer during shipment, but they will not ensure that your yeast arrives cold. We will not replace liquid yeast that arrives warm. During warmer months we strongly recommend you choose dry yeast.


     

    Wyeast | 1388 Belgian Strong Ale | Beer Yeast | Activator Smack-Pack System™ | 100 Billion Cells

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        Description

        • 1388 is the classic choice for brewing golden strong ale due to its high alcohol tolerance and complex ester profile with subtle phenolics
        • Malt flavors and aromas will remain even with a well attenuated dry, tart finish
        • Activator Smack-Pack System™ "proofs" the yeast and shortens lag time when it hits your wort
        • When smacked, the Activator™ packet releases sugars and nutrients to initiate the culture's metabolism
        • Wyeast has been a pioneer in craft brewing for over 35 years and is committed to creating the finest fermentation products available
        • Although beneficial, cultures do not need to be activated prior to inoculation

        The classic choice for brewing golden strong ales. This alcohol tolerant strain will produce a complex ester profile balanced nicely with subtle phenolics. Malt flavors and aromas will remain even with a well attenuated dry, tart finish. It may continue to produce CO2 for an extended period after packaging or collection.

        Attenuation: 74-78%
        Flocculation: Low
        Alcohol Tolerance: 12-13%
        Optimum Fermentation Temp: 64-80°F
        Cell Count: 100 Billion

        Styles:
        Belgian Blond Ale
        Belgian Golden Strong Ale
        Belgian Specialty Ale
        Belgian Tripel
        Bière de Garde
        Christmas/Winter Specialty Spiced Beer

        For best results we always recommend ordering an ice pack with your liquid yeast.

        Please Note: When choosing an ice pack option beware that the liquid yeast will not arrive cold even when shipped together. Ice packs and insulated mailing options are designed to keep the yeast colder for longer during shipment, but they will not ensure that your yeast arrives cold. We will not replace liquid yeast that arrives warm. During warmer months we strongly recommend you choose dry yeast.


         

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        • 5 stars: 24 (92%)
        • 4 stars: 2 (8%)
        • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
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        David
        The Devil Inside!

        I used this strain for a Duvel clone. I warmed it up over five days as I read you should do. I hit my 8 1/2% final gravity right on target. Tasted very clean and true to style but I have not had the fully conditioned beer yet. Can’t wait. No blow off needed on this one.

        D
        David R.
        The Devil Inside!

        I used this strain for a Duvel clone.I warmed it up over five days as I read you should do.I hit my 8 1/2% final gravity right on target.Tasted very clean and true to style but I have not had the fully conditioned beer yet. Can’t wait.No blow off needed on this one.

        t
        tom
        excellent

        My favorite yeast! I am very satisfied.

        t
        tom b.
        excellent

        My favorite yeast! I am very satisfied.

        P
        Petrus de
        nice complex taste

        Used it for making a Duvel clone and the result was a nice clear golden complex Golden Strong Ale with a nice balance between fruity and spicy flavors.

        P
        Petrus de J.
        nice complex taste

        Used it for making a Duvel clone and the result was a nice clear golden, complex Golden Strong Ale with a nice balance between fruity and spicy flavors.

        G
        Gabriel

        Became active within a couple of hours. Very clean and pleasant smelling during mead fermentation.

        G
        Gabriel G.

        Became active within a couple of hours. Very clean and pleasant smelling during mead fermentation.

        F
        Frank
        Best thing since sliced bread

        I love this yeast more than life itself.

        F
        Frank C.
        Best thing since sliced bread

        I love this yeast more than life itself.

        J
        Jon
        Perfect for Trappist Single

        Wow! Used this on a Trappist Single (or Patersbier) made a modest starter pitched at 65 and it got working right away. Let it rise just to 68 then to 70 at 1 week for 3 days then back down to 65. Just took FG: 1.007! Tastes great too. Just the right amount of that Belgian thing.

        J
        Jon S.
        Perfect for Trappist Single

        Wow! Used this on a Trappist Single (or Patersbier) made a modest starter, pitched at 65 and it got working right away. Let it rise just to 68 then to 70 at 1 week for 3 days then back down to 65. Just took FG: 1.007!Tastes great too. Just the right amount of that Belgian thing.

        J
        Josh

        Yeast was young. Was ready very fast.

        J
        Josh S.

        Yeast was young. Was ready very fast.

        R
        Ralph
        Worked great for Belgian Tripel and NE IPA

        I started this yeast by using it for a Belgian Tripel which finished at 9.28%. I then used the yeast cake and tossed a Juicy NE IPA on top of it. The yeast crushed through the NE IPA and made a delicious beer. I would recommend trying this for both!

        R
        Ralph W.
        Worked great for Belgian Tripel and NE IPA

        I started this yeast by using it for a Belgian Tripel which finished at 9.28%. I then used the yeast cake and tossed a Juicy NE IPA on top of it. The yeast crushed through the NE IPA and made a delicious beer. I would recommend trying this for both!

        V
        Valued
        very pleased

        Very pleased works well and had a nice fermentation period

        V
        Valued C.
        very pleased

        Very pleased works well and had a nice fermentation period

        b
        b2
        belgian stout

        I used this yeast on a 9% Belgian stout I have been working on. It worked well.

        b
        b2
        belgian stout

        I used this yeast on a 9% Belgian stout I have been working on. It worked well.

        I
        I
        Used for cherry ale

        Good for cherry ale made with sour cherries. Raise temp properly before bottling to ensure it ferments out completely.

        I
        I
        Used for cherry ale

        Good for cherry ale made with sour cherries. Raise temp properly before bottling to ensure it ferments out completely.

        d
        derek b
        works well

        worked great, loved the flavor. Flocculated good

        d
        derek b
        works well

        worked great loved the flavor. Flocculated good

        J
        John H
        Great for a strong brew

        Worked well for an 11% ABV

        J
        John H
        Great for a strong brew

        Worked well for an 11% ABV

        A
        Anonymous

        how many yeast packs can fit into the large insulated shipper?

        MoreBeer!

        I bought 6 Wyeast smack packs and the insulated package could have easily fit twice that

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