Murphy & Son Plzen Yeast

Plzen is a bottom-fermenting yeast strain designed to embody the crisp, clean character synonymous with traditional Pilsner lagers. With its ability to ferment at lower temperatures and superb flocculation properties, the hallmark flavours of noble hops and subtle malt sweetness will be highlighted, making it an ideal choice for brewers seeking to create authentic and refreshing Pilsner beers.

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  • Product description

    Distinctive Appearance
    This yeast strain is highly flocculent, giving crisp, brilliant, bright beer. High flocculation also means lower conditioning time reducing energy requirements whilst increasing vessel capacity.

    Beer Styles
    This versatile bottom-fermenting strain excels in various European Lager styles, including German and Bohemian Pilsner, American Pilsner, Maibock, Doppelbock, Oktoberfest, and Marzen.

    Superior Fermentation Performance
    Plzen is known for its efficient diacetyl reduction, improving tank efficiency and reducing the chance of elevated undesirable diacetyl levels.

    Flavour Profile
    The beers made using Plzen yeast have a pure flavour profile with a fine, complex, subtle, fruity aroma and mild palate – yielding a beer with a very clean and crisp aroma, true to lager/pilsner style beers.

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