SafAle K-97 German Ale Dry Yeast

Regular price $6.49
  • German ale yeast prized for exceptional foam stability.
  • Clean, neutral profile — lets malt & hops shine.
  • 11.5g packet, treats a standard 5 gallon batch.
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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
Product Analysis
This typical analysis is not to be construed as product specification. Typical analysis represents average values, not to be considered as guarantees, expressed or implied, nor as a condition of sale.

Yeast Format, Dry
Yeast Style, Ale
Flocculation, Low to Medium
Attenuation, 80~84%
Total Esters, Low
Fermentation Temperature Range, 59~68°F (15~20°C) optimal; 54~77°F (12~25°C) range

Style Applications:

Kölsch, German Wheat Beer (Hefeweizen, Dunkelweizen), Altbier, Blonde Ale, American Wheat, Cream Ale

Brew authentic German ales with the yeast pros trust. SafAle K-97 is Fermentis's top pick for Kölsch and wheat beer styles — delivering the stable, creamy foam head and clean fermentation that define these classic styles.

With high attenuation and low esters, K-97 keeps your beer crisp and true-to-style from pitch to glass. A must-have dry yeast for German ale enthusiasts.

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We use the same premium grains, hops & yeast trusted by the pros. No shortcuts. No substitutes. Just the good stuff.

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