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BREWER’S YEAST FOR DELICATE & HOPPED BEERS

Fermentis SafAle™ K-97 German ale brewer’s yeast producing subtle fermentation character. Depending on the conditions this yeast tends to present a floral and balanced fruity character. Ideal for delicate beers such as German Kolsch beers, and some versions of Session Beers. Suitable for heavily hopped beers and has the ability to form a large firm head when fermenting. Its lower attenuation profile makes for beers with a good mouthfeel. Made by Fermentis.

Fermentis SafAle K-97 Yeast Features:

Fermentation Temperature: 59–68F
Attenuation: 80–84%
Alcohol Tolerance: 9-11%

Fermentis SafAle K-97 is the perfect strain to ferment:

German Kolsch
German Alt
Berliner Weisse
Gose
NEIPA - New England IPAs
IPAs

Looking to brew a NEIPA?

Fermentis offers 3 great strains for brewing New England IPAs. Check out Fermentis New England IPA Yeast Strains post for more info on NEIPA style.

\nSafAle S-33 has the juiciest character and allows the release of intense hop tropical notes.
\nSafAle K-97 has the greenest, herbal and citrus side of the hop character.
\nSafAle S-04 releases more stone fruit notes and citrus character.

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TAKE IT EASY, TAKE E2U™

Till now, in the beer world, you had to take great care of yeasts prior to pitching. You had to rehydrate and acclimatize them while watching water and must temperature carefully.

With E2U™ active dry yeasts from fermentis, you can pitch directly or rehydrate; depending on your equipment, habits, and feelings. Fermentis yeast offers you the opportunity to make your life easier and eventually contribute to sustainability by saving water and energy. Any process you choose, we will be happy to ensure you the highest standards of quality, productivity, and security.

SAVE TIME. GET COMFORT. ACT GREEN.

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SafAle K-97 German Ale Dry Yeast - Fermentis

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