SafAle™ BE-256 Fermentis Active dry brewer’s yeast recommended to ferment a diversity of Belgian type beers such as abbey style known for its fruitiness and high alcohol content. It ferments very fast and reveals strong fermentation aromas. To maintain the aromatic profile at the end of the fermentation, we do recommend to crop this yeast as soon as possible after fermentation
SafAle™ BE-256 provides fruity flavors over different fermentation conditions, specially at higher densities and high fermentation temperatures.
This yeast is ideal to brew strong and flavor rich Belgian ales.
Storage
For less than 6 months: the product must be stored below 24°C. For more than 6 months: the product must be stored below 15°C. For short periods not exceeding 7 days there is an exception to these rules.
Shelf life
36 months from production date. Refer to best before end date printed on the sachet.Opened sachets must be sealed and stored at 4°C (39°F) and used within 7 days of opening.Do not use soft or damaged sachets.
Each Fermentis yeast is developed under a specific production scheme and benefits from the know-how of the Lesaffre group, world leader in yeast manufacturing. This guarantees the highest microbiological purity and maximum fermentation activity.
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Esters | High |
| Total Sup. Alcohols | High |
| Apparent Attenuation | 82-86% |
| Sedimentation Time | Fast |
| Alcohol Tolerance | 9-11% |
| Phenolic Off-Flavor | - |
| Dosage / Temperature | 50 to 80 g/hl at ideally 18-26°C (64.4-78.8°F) |
| Suggested Style | Strong Belgian Ale, Monastic Ale, Barley Wine, Imperial Stout |