SafLager W-34/70 German Lager Dry Yeast 11.5g

SafLager W-34/70 German Lager Yeast

SafLager W-34/70 is a robust German lager strain known for clean, neutral and reliable fermentation. It is one of the best choices when you want the malt and hops to define the beer while the yeast keeps fermentation character restrained.

Its dependable lager profile makes it suitable for a wide range of classic and modern bottom-fermented beer styles.

Yeast Details

• Yeast Type: German lager yeast (Saccharomyces pastorianus)
• Pack Size: 11.5g
• Fermentation Temperature: Ideally 12–18°C
• Apparent Attenuation: Medium
• Character: Clean, neutral and well balanced
• Pitching Rate: 80–120g/hl
• Good For: Pilsner, Helles, Märzen, Bock and other clean lager styles

How to Use

W-34/70 can be pitched directly onto the wort or rehydrated before pitching. Keep fermentation within the recommended temperature range and use the manufacturer's pitching rate for your batch size.

Substitutes

SafLager S-189 is a good alternative with a fairly neutral profile but a little more herbal and floral character. SafLager S-23 is another lager option, but it is noticeably fruitier and more estery.

Brewer's Tip

Use W-34/70 when you want a dependable lager fermentation that stays out of the way. It is particularly useful for recipes where clean malt and hop definition matter more than yeast-driven flavour.