WLP530 - Abbey Ale Yeast - White Labs - 5 gallon batch size
Abbey Ale yeast is still used in two of the six Trappist breweries remaining in the world! This yeast produces the distinctive fruitiness and plum characteristics. Excellent yeast for Belgian ales, dubbels, trippels and strong ales. High alcohol tolerance of up to 15% ABV. Produces cherry, plum and pear esters. Medium flocculation results in clear, drinkable beer.
Abbey Ale yeast does best when pitched at 66-68F and let to rise up 1-2 degrees per day and hold it at 72-75F for 7-14 days. This yeast can dry out a beer no problem. Yeast nutrients are needed fir high gravity beers.
Attenuation: 73-78%
Flocculation: Medium to high
Fermentation Temp: 64-74F
For best results we always recommend ordering an ice pack with your liquid yeast, particularly during warmer months and for orders shipped to warm climates.