White Labs WLP013 London Ale from White Labs: 19 to 22 C (66 to 71 F), 67 to 75 % attenuation, Medium tolerance, medium flocculation. Styles and substitutes.
Updated 05 September 2026.
White Labs WLP013 London Ale yeast: temperature, attenuation and alcohol tolerance
White Labs (liquid)The published White Labs data for White Labs WLP013 London Ale, the styles it suits, and what to use if you cannot get it.
Published technical data
| Manufacturer | White Labs (liquid) |
|---|---|
| Species | Saccharomyces cerevisiae, top-fermenting ale |
| Fermentation temperature | 19 to 22 C (66 to 71 F) |
| Apparent attenuation | 67 to 75 % |
| Alcohol tolerance | Medium |
| Flocculation | Medium |
Notes
Recommended for English bitter, porter, stout, ESB.
Character: Dry, malty, mineral-driven London ale character with light fruit.
A classic London ale strain that leaves a slight fruity ester and a dry, mineral finish, the profile behind English porters and bitters. Medium flocculation means it may need a cold crash to fully clear. It is the White Labs counterpart to Wyeast 1028.
Substitutes and styles
Questions and answers
What is the manufacturer of the White Labs WLP013 London Ale yeast?
White Labs (liquid)
What is the species of the White Labs WLP013 London Ale yeast?
Saccharomyces cerevisiae, top-fermenting ale
What is the fermentation temperature of the White Labs WLP013 London Ale yeast?
19 to 22 C (66 to 71 F)
What is the apparent attenuation of the White Labs WLP013 London Ale yeast?
67 to 75 %