Wyeast 3068 Weihenstephan Weizen
Wyeast 3068 Weihenstephan Weizen

Wyeast 3068 Weihenstephan Weizen

$13.99
Wyeast 3068 Weihenstephan Weizen delivers the classic banana and clove balance essential to traditional German wheat beers.
  • Traditional banana & clove wheat beer profile
  • Ideal for Hefeweizen, Weizenbock & Sahti
  • Contains 100 billion cells, treats 5 gallons
Ice pack:

Ice Packs / Shipping:For best results, we strongly recommend adding an ice pack to your liquid yeast order. Ice packs do not guarantee that yeast will arrive cold, but will keep yeast colder for longer during transit. We can not replace yeast that arrives warm. In warm weather months, we highly encourage choosing dry yeast. Liquid yeast is final sale. As a live, perishable ingredient that requires refrigeration, we are unable to accept returns or exchanges once an order has left our warehouse.

Storage: Store in the fridge (33–38ºF). Do not freeze. Pitch cold - do not warm to room temp prior to pitching. Use within 4 months for direct pitching. For pouches older than 4 months, or that are warm, use a yeast starter to boost cell count.

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, Liquid
Yeast Style, Ale
Flocculation, Low
Attenuation, 73~77%
POF, Positive
Fermentation Temperature Range, 64~75°F
Alcohol Tolerance, 10%

Wyeast 3068 is the gold standard for authentic German-style wheat beers. This strain produces the signature balance of banana esters and clove-like phenolics that define classic hefeweizens.

With attenuation between 73–77% and low flocculation, it creates the traditional cloudy appearance expected in wheat beers. Ferments best between 64–75°F. Cooler temperatures enhance clove character, while warmer fermentations increase banana esters. As a top-cropping, powdery strain, it can be highly active and requires extra headspace during fermentation.

Wyeast 3068 excels in traditional wheat and specialty ales.

Ideal for:

• Hefeweizen
• Weissbier
• Weizenbock
• Roggenbier
• Sahti
• Fruit Wheat Beer

• Store refrigerated at 33–38°F
• Do not freeze
• Pitch cold into well-oxygenated wort
• Ferment between 64–75°F
• Cooler temps emphasize clove character
• Warmer temps enhance banana esters
• Leave extra headspace due to vigorous fermentation

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Wyeast 3068 Weihenstephan Weizen
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Frequently Asked Questions

Wyeast 3068 produces classic banana esters balanced with clove-like phenolics typical of German hefeweizen.

Yes. It is considered one of the most authentic strains for traditional hefeweizen and weissbier.

It has low flocculation, which keeps yeast in suspension and creates the traditional hazy wheat beer appearance.

Ferment between 64–75°F. Cooler temps enhance clove, while warmer temps increase banana character.

Yes. It is a vigorous, top-cropping strain and can produce very active fermentations.

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