Fermentis SafAle™ W-68 10kg

SafAle™ W‑68 is a top‑fermenting yeast specially selected for producing aromatic beers with a typical phenolic character, featuring clove and pepper notes. It also develops a marked fruity and floral profile, ideal for wheat beers and fruity‑spicy styles.

This strain shows high attenuation (78–84%) and medium sedimentation, generating a powdery haze when resuspended. It produces expressive beers rich in esters and higher alcohols.

The professional 10 kg format meets the needs of craft breweries seeking a stable, reliable and high‑performance yeast for large‑scale batches.

Why choose this product?

• Fruity‑spicy profile ideal for wheat beers and aromatic styles.
• High attenuation 78–84% for dry and expressive beers.
• Medium sedimentation for a natural haze typical of wheat beers.

Technical specifications

• Type: active dry top‑fermenting yeast
• Strain: Saccharomyces cerevisiae POF+
• Aromatic profile: fruity, floral, phenolic (clove, pepper)
• Apparent attenuation: 78–84%
• Flocculation: medium
• Sedimentation: medium
• Ideal fermentation temperature: 18–26 °C
• Dosage: 50–80 g/hl
• Ingredients: yeast, sorbitan monostearate emulsifier (E491)
• Viable yeast: > 1.0 × 10¹⁰ cfu/g
• Purity: > 99.999%
• Lactic acid bacteria: < 1 cfu / 10⁷ cells
• Acetic acid bacteria: < 1 cfu / 10⁷ cells
• Pediococcus: < 1 cfu / 10⁷ cells
• Wild yeast: < 1 cfu / 10⁷ cells
• Packaging: 10 kg pack
• Storage: < 25 °C (6 months), ideally < 15 °C
• Shelf life: 36 months

Technical Tips

• To enhance spicy notes, ferment in the upper range (22–26 °C).
• For a more floral profile, ferment at cooler temperatures (18–20 °C).
• Medium sedimentation helps maintain the light haze typical of wheat beers.

Technical FAQ

• Is it suitable for very dry beers? Yes, its high attenuation produces a dry and aromatic profile.
• Can it be used for traditional wheat beers? Yes, it is specifically suited to fruity‑spicy styles.
• Can it be pitched without rehydration? Yes, the E2U™ certification allows direct pitching.
• How long can an opened bag be stored? Up to 7 days at 4 °C, tightly sealed.