Californian Lager
Suitable for California Common and lagers M54 fermented at ambient (ale) temperatures.

A unique lager strain that has the ability to ferment at ale temperatures without the associated off flavours. Extended lagering periods are also not required.

Suitable for California Common and any lager fermented at ambient (ale) temperatures.

Attenuation: High

Flocculation: High

Usage Directions: Sprinkle directly on up to 23 L (6 US Gal) of wort. For best results, ferment at 18-20 degrees C (64-68 degrees F).

Storage Recommendations: Store in the fridge.

Technical Characteristics
Observable traits
STRAIN CLASSIFICATION: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE RANGE: 18 - 20°C (64 - 68°F)
KILLER FACTOR: Sensitive
ATTENUATION: 77 - 82%
FLOCCULATION RATE: Medium - high
COMPACTION: Medium - high
VIABLE YEAST CELLS: >5 x 109 cells per gram
DRY WEIGHT: 93 – 96%
WILD YEAST: <1 per 106 cells
TOTAL BACTERIA: <1 per 106 cells
GMO STATUS: GMO Free
AROMA CHARACTERISTICS:
California lager yeast produces a clean lager aroma without the associated sulphur, this
yeast is perfect for most kinds of lager.
FLAVOUR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS:
California lager yeast produces clean and crisp lagers, this yeast is excellent for producing
anything from a hoppy pilsner to a helles allowing excellent malt and hop character to be
expressed.
HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS:
With a medium alcohol tolerance this yeast is not designed for fermenting over 9% ABV.