BeerFYI

Safale WB-06

Manufacturer Fermentis
Strain WB-06
Type Ale
Attenuation 86-90%
Flocculation Low
Temperature 18-24°C (64-75°F)

About

Safale WB-06 is a specialty wheat beer yeast that produces the banana ester (isoamyl acetate) and clove phenol (4-vinyl guaiacol) characteristic of Bavarian Hefeweizen. Temperature control is critical — higher temperatures increase banana esters.

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