White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale yeast: temperature, attenuation and alcohol tolerance
White Labs (liquid)The published White Labs data for White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale, the styles it suits, and what to use if you cannot get it.
Gauge readout
Attenuation78 to 85 % (81.5% typical)
Alcohol toleranceMedium to high tolerance
Fermentation temp20 to 26 C (68 to 78 F)
Attenuation50%75%100%
Alcohol010%20% ABV
Temperature02040 C
Published technical data
| Manufacturer | White Labs (liquid) |
|---|---|
| Species | Saccharomyces cerevisiae, top-fermenting ale (Ardennes strain) |
| Fermentation temperature | 20 to 26 C (68 to 78 F) |
| Apparent attenuation | 78 to 85 % (81.5% typical) |
| Alcohol tolerance | Medium to high tolerance |
| Flocculation | Medium |
Notes
Recommended for Belgian pale ale, Belgian tripel, witbier, saison, Belgian blonde.
Character: Moderate spice and fruit; classic Belgian phenolic and estery character.
The Ardennes strain, a versatile Belgian yeast that carries moderate spice and fruit and attenuates well, so it covers everything from a Belgian pale to a tripel. Warmer fermentation pushes more phenol and ester. It is the general-purpose liquid Belgian strain when you do not want a strain locked to one style.
Substitutes and styles
Sources: White Labs WLP550 Belgian Ale specification (Brewer's Friend)