Product Overview
WLP099 Super High Gravity Ale Yeast (PurePitch Next Generation)
From England, this yeast can ferment up to 25% alcohol when used correctly. It produces ester characters that increase with increasing gravity. Malt character dominates at lower gravities. To achieve >25% ABV, sugar needs to be fed over the course of the fermentation.
PurePitch® Next Generation combines the ease of the vial and the innovation of PurePitch®, offering a pouch with a cap and double the pitch at 7.5 million cells/ mL; a commercially recommended pitching rate allowing you to pitch like the pros. No need for starters!
Characteristics:
- Attenuation: 80% - 100%
- Flocculation: Medium
- Optimum Ferment Temp: 65 - 68° F (18 - 20° C)
- Alcohol Tolerance: Very High (15%+)
Shipping:  We strongly recommend adding a cold pack when ordering liquid yeast. Transit times can vary and liquid yeast works best when it remains cold until the day you brew. Our shipping cold pack options include:
Suggested styles for WLP099:
- Barleywine
- Dessert Wine
- Gin
- Imperial Stout
- Vodka
