In modern brewing, the vast majority of beers are fermented using a narrow selection of highly domesticated industrial yeast monocultures. However, recent genetic research has unlocked historical yeast populations preserved for centuries by farmhouse brewers in Northern and Eastern Europe. A prominent result of this research is WLP079 Suava Ale Yeast (referenced in early developmental…
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After several years of research and trials with dry yeast production and fermentation, we finally entrusted our beloved yeasts to a family-owned and operated, experienced yeast manufacturer, with a passion for the industry, just like us: Lallemand Brewing. In collaboration, we brought the yeast strains and uncompromising quality White Labs is known for in a…
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Over a decade ago, we sought to produce a active dry White Labs strain to support the growing interest in dry brewing yeasts. During that quest, we found that there wasn’t a good opportunity to make the active dry yeast we wanted to make, one we could 100% stand behind. After several years of research…
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