White Labs WLP570 Belgian Golden Ale vs White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale: which to use
White Labs WLP570 Belgian Golden Ale: White Labs · White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale: White LabsThe two strains side by side on the numbers that decide it, and which to reach for.
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Attenuation73 to 78 % (75.5% typical)
Alcohol toleranceHigh tolerance
Fermentation temp20 to 24 C (68 to 75 F)
Attenuation50%75%100%
Alcohol010%20% ABV
Temperature02040 C
Published data side by side
| Manufacturer | White Labs WLP570 Belgian Golden Ale: White Labs · White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale: White Labs |
|---|---|
| White Labs WLP570 Belgian Golden Ale temperature | 20 to 24 C (68 to 75 F) |
| White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale temperature | 20 to 26 C (68 to 78 F) |
| White Labs WLP570 Belgian Golden Ale attenuation | 73 to 78 % (75.5% typical) |
| White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale attenuation | 78 to 85 % (81.5% typical) |
| White Labs WLP570 Belgian Golden Ale alcohol tolerance | High tolerance |
| White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale alcohol tolerance | Medium to high tolerance |
| White Labs WLP570 Belgian Golden Ale flocculation | Low |
| White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale flocculation | Medium |
Notes
Both are Belgian strains, but WLP570 is the Duvel golden-strong strain that finishes dry and deceptively strong, while WLP550 is the more general-purpose Ardennes strain.
Choose WLP550 as a versatile Belgian yeast across pale, tripel and saison.
Choose WLP570 specifically for a Belgian golden strong ale where you want a dry, high-alcohol finish.
The strains in full
Sources: White Labs WLP570 Belgian Golden Ale specification (Brewer's Friend) · White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale specification (Brewer's Friend)