M15 EMPIRE ALE YEAST

A top-fermenting ale yeast suitable for a variety of full-bodied ales, with exceptional depth. Ferments with full, rich dark fruit flavors.

Suitable for Scottish Heavy Ales, American Amber Ales, Sweet Stouts and more.

Attenuation: 70 – 75%

Flocculation: High

Usage Directions: Sprinkle contents directly on up to 23 L (6 US Gal) of wort. For best results, ferment at 18-22 degrees C (64-72 degrees F).

Storage Recommendations: Store in the fridge.

AROMA CHARACTERISTICS: When fermented at the correct temperature, Empire Ale yeast exhibits extremely characterful and appetizing estery aromas reminiscent of rich dark fruit.

FLAVOR/MOUTHFEEL CHARACTERISTICS: This yeast strain has been carefully selected to aid mouth feel in the finished beer. Body should be full leaning towards a rich dark fruit character. Care must be taken when designing the beer to adjust hop bitterness to alleviate an over sweet finished beer.

HIGHER ALCOHOL BEERS: Higher alcohol beers will tend to be slightly too sweet and heavy due to the moderate attenuative capabilities of the strain although a lower mash temperature may help the fermentability and lower the final gravity.