In Focus: Bastogne Belgian Ale
WLP510 Bastogne Belgian Ale Yeast:
PLATINUM
STRAIN – Nov./Dec.
A high gravity, Trappist style ale yeast. Produces dry beer with
slight acidic finish. More ‘clean’ fermentation character than
WLP500 or WLP530. Not as spicy as WLP530 or WLP550. Excellent yeast
for high gravity beers, Belgian ales, dubbels and trippels.
Attenuation: 74-80%
Flocculation: Medium
Optimum Fermentation Temperature: 66-72°F
Alcohol Tolerance: High
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"I would definitely recommend ... "
By: Michael A.
Date: April 30, 2008
Beers brewed: Dubbel
Comments: I made a great dubbel from this yeast.
Fermentation was at a low temperature for the yeast (60~63 F) for 4
weeks. The aroma and flavors came across as spicy, yet dark and
somewhat muted. The most noticeable aroma is that of cloves, then
there is the fruitiness of raisins and dark fruits. The finish was
slightly sour (as advertised) which accentuated the hop bitterness.
Attenuation was only 67%, probably due to the low fermentation temp.
I would definitely recommend! this yeast for dark Belgian Style
Ales.
"A great yeast ... "
By: Joe Kinty
Date: April 28, 2008
Beers brewed: Belgian Pale Ale and Dubbel
Comments: A great yeast, adds lots of great flavors to
the beer. Used the yeast cake from a dubbel I brewed for a Belgian
pale. I hope they make this year-round.
"My favorite ... "
By: Sam
Date: April 14, 2008
Beers brewed: Tripel
Comments: My favorite of all White Labs Belgian strains.
Dry, subdued phenols and moderate, complex esters; I get a lot of
melon and rock candy flavors fermenting at room temperature (~70F).
Lets malt and hop character through, fantastic for snappy,
noble-heavy tripels. Finally, a Belgian that doesn't overwhelm!
" ... excellent balance of fruit,
spices ... "
By: Tony V.
Date: Nov. 9, 2006
Beers brewed: Tripel and Saison
Comments: I'm very impressed with the performance of
this yeast. With an excellent balance of fruit, spices, and tartness
it is my favorite Belgian Strain.
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