WLP051 anyone used?

[robsan77]

WLP051 California Ale V Yeast
From Northern California. This strain is more fruity than WLP001, and slightly more flocculent. Attenuation is lower, resulting in a fuller bodied beer than with WLP001.
Attenuation: 70-75%
Flocculation: Medium to High
Optimum Fermentation Temperature: 66-70°F
Alcohol Tolerance: Medium-High


has anyone used this and what do you think??

I am thinking of doing a brew with just maris otter and first gold but looking for a slightly fuller flavoured yeast than the usuall us05, s04 etc.

 

[leedsbrew]

robsan,

this has been my go too yeast this last year! It is a cracker. Like the blurb says, slightly more fruity than other american styles, with a bit more residual sweetness. Drops out VERY well (never has to add finings). I tend to mash at 66-68oC and with wlp051 you get bags of body.

FWIT first gold has been my favourite pale ale hop this year as well, so I recon your plan of using WLP051 and 1st G will result in a cracking beer!


these two recipes

HERE

and

HERe

Have both been winners with 1st Gold


Let us know how you get on!


LB
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[robsan77]

thanks for the response. Those are some nice looking recipes :thumb: