LalBrew BRY-97 American West Coast Ale Yeast
LalBrew BRY-97 American West Coast Ale Yeast

LalBrew BRY-97 American West Coast Ale Yeast

$5.99
LalBrew BRY-97 American West Coast Ale Yeast is a clean-fermenting dry ale strain that enhances hop character while maintaining a balanced malt profile. Its high flocculation, neutral flavor profile, and reliable performance make it an excellent choice for brewing a wide range of American-style ales.
  • Clean fermentation with restrained esters
  • Enhances hop-forward American ales
  • 11g packet treats approximately 5 gallons
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Fermentation Temp Range
Each yeast strain has a temperature range where it performs best. Lagers require cooler temps, while Kveik yeasts can ferment in extreme heat. Maintaining the proper fermentation temperature for each yeast strain is crucial its health. Matching a yeast's ideal range to your environment (or your ability to control temp) is key to getting clean, consistent results.
Scale from 30°-120°F

LalBrew BRY-97 produces a clean, neutral fermentation profile with only slight ester production, allowing hop aroma and malt character to remain the focus of the finished beer. It creates crisp, balanced ales with excellent drinkability and reliable consistency.

Its high flocculation promotes excellent clarification after fermentation, while its recommended fermentation range of 59–72°F supports a wide variety of American-style ale recipes.

  • American IPA
  • Session IPA
  • American Pale Ale
  • American Amber Ale
  • American Brown Ale
  • American Wheat Ale
  • Blonde Ale
  • Cream Ale
  • Kölsch
  • Stout
  • Porter
  • Scottish Ale
  • Old Ale
  • Barleywine

Yeast Format: Dry

Yeast Style: Ale

Flocculation: High

Attenuation: 78–84%

Aroma: Neutral with slight ester

Fermentation Temperature Range: 59–72°F (15–22°C)

Alcohol Tolerance: 13% ABV

Style Applications: Strong Scotch Ale, Session IPA, Scottish Ale, Russian Imperial Stout, Roggen/Rye Ale, Old Ale, Oatmeal Stout, Kölsch, Irish Red Ale, Imperial IPA, Foreign Extra Stout, Extra Special Bitter, Düsseldorf Altbier, Dry Stout, Cream Ale, Blonde Ale, Belgian Blonde Ale, American Wheat Ale, American Stout, American Pale Ale, American IPA, American Brown Ale, American Barleywine, American Amber Ale

  • Ferment between 59–72°F (15–22°C) for clean American ale character.
  • Proper wort aeration supports healthy fermentation and consistent attenuation.
  • High flocculation helps produce bright, clear beer after fermentation.
  • Pair with hop-forward recipes to maximize aroma and flavor expression.
  • Follow the manufacturer's recommended pitching rate for best performance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

BRY-97 is ideal for American IPAs, pale ales, amber ales, brown ales, wheat ales, stouts, porters, blonde ales, cream ales, Kölsch, barleywines, and many other American-style beers.

It produces a clean, neutral fermentation profile with only slight ester production, allowing hop and malt flavors to remain prominent.

The recommended fermentation temperature range is 59–72°F (15–22°C).

LalBrew BRY-97 has an attenuation range of approximately 78–84%.

Yes. It has high flocculation, helping beers clear well after fermentation.

One 11g packet is designed to ferment approximately 5 gallons of beer.


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