This is the go-to strain for New England-style IPAs. It produces a medium ester profile similar to WLP008 East Coast Ale Yeast. It leaves some residual sweetness, helping accentuate both malt and hop flavors and aromas, while retaining a velvety mouthfeel.
| Attenuation | 75% - 82% |
| Flocculation | Low to Medium |
| Alcohol Tolerance | Medium to High (8-12%) |
| Fermentation Temperature | 64° - 72° F 17° - 21° C |
| STA1 | Negative |
Substitutions:
- Omega OYL-011 British Ale 5
- LalBrew New England Ale
- Wyeast WY1318 London Ale 3