WHC Lab Cerveza Campeón Mexican Lager Yeast 500 g

WHC Labs Cerveza Campeón is a lager yeast designed to produce Mexican lagers that are clean, dry, and very bright. Its clean fermentation, stable attenuation, and high drinkability make it suitable for breweries seeking a light, international profile.

Its reliable behaviour and 12% alcohol tolerance allow versatile use in light lagers, international lagers, and refreshing beers with high clarity.

Why choose this product?

• Clean and controlled fermentation: neutral profile, low ester production, ideal for light lagers.
• High clarity: low to medium flocculation producing a bright beer after conditioning.
• Stable performance: 76–80% attenuation and consistent behaviour across successive batches.

Technical specifications

• Style: Lager, Mexican Lager
• Strain: Saccharomyces pastorianus
• Attenuation: 76% to 80%
• Flocculation: Low to medium
• Dosage: 1 to 1.5 g/L
• Recommended fermentation temperature: 10 to 14°C
• Alcohol tolerance: 12% ABV
• Nitrogen demand: Medium
• Recommended profiles: Mexican lagers, light lagers, international pale lager
• Format: 500 g

Technical Tips

• Maintain fermentation between 10 and 12°C for an exceptionally clean profile.
• Proper wort oxygenation improves attenuation in high‑gravity batches.
• A prolonged cold crash enhances clarity in very light lagers.

Technical FAQ

• Is this yeast suitable for fast fermentations?
  It performs best under classic cold fermentation conditions (10–14°C).
• Can it be used for very dry lagers?
  Yes, its 76–80% attenuation allows a dry, highly drinkable profile.
• Is the flocculation sufficient for a bright beer?
  Yes, low to medium flocculation produces excellent clarity after cold crash. A clarifier can further improve results.
• Is it suitable for beers above 10% ABV?
  It tolerates up to 12% ABV depending on oxygenation and nutrient levels.