Wyeast 1728 Scottish Ale vs Wyeast 1084 Irish Ale: which to use
Wyeast 1728 Scottish Ale: Wyeast · Wyeast 1084 Irish Ale: WyeastThe two strains side by side on the numbers that decide it, and which to reach for.
Gauge readout
Attenuation69 to 73 % (71% typical)
Alcohol tolerance12 % tolerance
Fermentation temp13 to 24 C (55 to 75 F)
Attenuation50%75%100%
Alcohol010%20% ABV
Temperature02040 C
Published data side by side
| Manufacturer | Wyeast 1728 Scottish Ale: Wyeast · Wyeast 1084 Irish Ale: Wyeast |
|---|---|
| Wyeast 1728 Scottish Ale temperature | 13 to 24 C (55 to 75 F) |
| Wyeast 1084 Irish Ale temperature | 17 to 22 C (62 to 72 F) |
| Wyeast 1728 Scottish Ale attenuation | 69 to 73 % (71% typical) |
| Wyeast 1084 Irish Ale attenuation | 71 to 75 % (73% typical) |
| Wyeast 1728 Scottish Ale alcohol tolerance | 12 % tolerance |
| Wyeast 1084 Irish Ale alcohol tolerance | 10 % tolerance |
| Wyeast 1728 Scottish Ale flocculation | High |
| Wyeast 1084 Irish Ale flocculation | Medium |
Notes
Both are used for dark Scottish and Irish beers, but 1728 tolerates 12% alcohol for a wee heavy while 1084 is a softer, drier Irish stout strain.
Choose 1728 for a strong, malty Scotch ale or imperial stout.
Choose 1084 for a dry Irish stout where roasted malt should lead.
The strains in full
Sources: Wyeast 1728 Scottish Ale specification (Brewer's Friend) · Wyeast 1084 Irish Ale specification (Brewer's Friend)