WLP860 Munich Lager Dry Yeast is a Bavarian-style lager yeast used to produce crisp, clean beers with a smooth malt backbone and classic German character. This dry yeast provides a refined fermentation profile that supports clarity, balance, and a soft, rounded finish. Each 11 gram packet is suitable for up to 5 gallons of wort, creating lagers with authentic flavor and stable fermentation performance.
This yeast offers functional advantages for brewing traditional European lager styles. It delivers moderate attenuation and medium flocculation, producing a clean fermentation that highlights malt quality without contributing harshness or fruity esters. The yeast performs best at cool temperatures between 48 and 52 degrees Fahrenheit, allowing it to create the subtle grain expression and crisp finish expected in Helles, Vienna Lagers, Märzens, and Bocks.
WLP860 Munich Lager Dry Yeast is designed for predictable behavior in controlled lager fermentations. Its balanced attenuation supports a full but clean malt profile, while its flocculation characteristics help produce bright beer with minimal conditioning time. The dry format provides convenience on brew day and long shelf stability compared to liquid yeast options.
To use this yeast, pitch the full 11 gram packet into properly cooled wort and ferment at the recommended temperature range. A slow, steady fermentation at lager temperatures helps develop the refined profile typical of German lagers. After primary fermentation, cold conditioning further enhances clarity and smoothness. The yeast can be used for a wide range of malt-forward lager styles requiring restraint, balance, and precision.
Designed for consistent lager production, WLP860 Munich Lager Dry Yeast delivers clean fermentations, dependable attenuation, and the subtle malt expression needed for traditional German-style beers. It provides reliable results for homebrewers seeking authentic lager character with straightforward dry yeast handling.
