Wyeast 3724 Belgian Saison yeast: temperature, attenuation and alcohol tolerance

Wyeast (liquid)

The published Wyeast data for Wyeast 3724 Belgian Saison, the styles it suits, and what to use if you cannot get it.

Gauge readout

Attenuation76 to 80 % (78% typical, higher when warm)

Alcohol tolerance12 % tolerance

Fermentation temp21 to 35 C (70 to 95 F)

Attenuation50%75%100%

Alcohol010%20% ABV

Temperature02040 C

Published technical data

Manufacturer	Wyeast (liquid)
Species	Saccharomyces cerevisiae, top-fermenting ale (Dupont strain)
Fermentation temperature	21 to 35 C (70 to 95 F)
Apparent attenuation	76 to 80 % (78% typical, higher when warm)
Alcohol tolerance	12 % tolerance
Flocculation	Low

Notes

Recommended for Saison, farmhouse ale, Belgian specialty ale.

Character: Classic Dupont spicy, peppery saison; notorious for stalling if it cools.

The Saison Dupont strain, the classic peppery farmhouse yeast, but notorious for stalling at around 1.035 and needing a hot ferment, up to 35 C, to push through to a dry finish. Give it heat and patience and it makes the definitive saison; let it cool and it leaves a sweet, stuck beer.

Substitutes and styles

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Sources: Wyeast 3724 Belgian Saison specification (Brewer's Friend)