Belgian Abbey Ale M47 Yeast, 10 g

The Belgian Abbey Ale M47 Yeast is a top-fermenting yeast strain commonly used in homebrewing and commercial brewing to produce Belgian-style ales, particularly those with rich, complex, and fruity flavors. Here’s what you need to know about it:

Characteristics

1. Flavor Profile:
• Produces beers with a fruity and spicy aroma.
• Provides complex ester and phenol notes, such as clove, banana, and subtle peppery flavors.
• These flavors are ideal for traditional Belgian ales like Dubbel, Tripel, Quadrupel, and Belgian Strong Ales.
2. Fermentation Properties:
• High attenuation: Converts a large percentage of sugars into alcohol, leading to a drier beer.
• Medium to high flocculation: Yeast settles relatively well after fermentation, resulting in clearer beer.
• Alcohol tolerance: 8% ABV
3. Temperature Range:
• Optimal fermentation temperature: 18–25°C (64–77°F).
• Higher temperatures can enhance ester and phenol production, boosting fruity and spicy characteristics.
4. Versatility:
• Works well with a variety of malt profiles, allowing brewers to create balanced or robust Belgian ales.
• Often used to brew classic Belgian Abbey-style beers, inspired by monastic brewing traditions.

Benefits for Brewers

• Authentic Belgian Character: Mimics the flavors and aromas found in traditional Belgian abbey ales.
• Adaptability: Performs well in both low and high-gravity brews.
• Ease of Use: Available in dry form (e.g., through suppliers like Mangrove Jack’s), making it convenient for storage and use compared to liquid yeast.

Usage Tips

• Proper rehydration (if using dry yeast) or pitching at the correct rate will improve performance.
• Control fermentation temperature carefully to ensure desired flavor characteristics without producing off-flavors.