Wyeast 3191-PC Berliner Weisse Blend

Description

Private Collection Strain - Seasonal Availability Only

Species - Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Brttanomyces and Lactobacillus Blend

This blend includes a German ale strain with low ester formation and a dry, crisp finish.  The Lactobacillus included produces moderate levels of acidity.  The unique Brettanomyces strain imparts a critical earthy characteristic that is indicative of a true Berliner Weisse.  When this blend is used, expect a slow start to fermentation as the yeast and bacteria in the blend is balanced to allow proper acid production.  It generally requires 3-6 months of aging to fully develop flavor characteristics. Use this blend with worts containing extremely low hopping rates.

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Highlighted Product on R.J.'s Home Brew Corner June 2022 - See this month's featured products on the Homebrew Corner Picks!

This is the ultimate Berliner Weisse Blend!  It is a mixed culture of lacto, saccharomyces (normal yeast, like Wyeast 1007), and brett.  It gives you a really stellar profile, and very quickly!  It’s perfect for plain or fruited berliners, and an absolute staple.  Unfortunately, it’s only available once every year or two, so get it while it’s hot!  Due to being a mixed strain, you’re better off planning a few berliners in a row and pitching on the yeast cake rather than trying to grow, culture and save it.  It will stay very consistent up to about generation 5, so get your summer berliners rolling!

Flocculation - LOW

Attenuation - 73% - 77%

Temperature Range - 68° - 72° F (20° - 22° C)

Alcohol Tolerance - 6%

Highlighted Product from R.J.'s Homebrew Corner, January 2021

Ok, back to sours!  This is hands down, by far my favorite pre-blended berliner yeast available, and I wish they€™d make it a year round strain!  It already has everything you need, including a brett strain for a little added complexity.

Last time we used this, we did a mango berliner that even I liked, which is saying something since you all know I€™d rather brew a sour than drink it!  Try it with our Insane Wizard kit and your favorite fruit puree, and give it an extra month in the fermenter to let a little bit of that dank, brett-y character to develop!