Wyeast · Weihenstephan Weizen 3068
- Recipes:
- 6,206
- Form:
- Liquid
- Attenuation:
- 75.0%
- Flocculation:
- Low
- Tolerance:
- 10.0%
- Temperature:
- 18.0 – 24.0°C
Profile
Weihenstephan Weizen (3068) from Wyeast is a liquid wheat yeast ideal for producing the classic German-style wheat beers. It has an attenuation rate of 75%, low flocculation, and an alcohol tolerance of 10%. The ideal fermentation temperature range is 18.0-24.0 °C. This yeast produces beer with a complex flavor profile that includes notes of banana, clove, and vanilla. These flavors are complimented by a slightly tart finish characteristic of traditional German wheat beers such as Hefeweizen, Dunkelweizen, Kristalweizen, and Weizenbock.