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Strain MJ M36 vs Strain MJ M42: specs compared

Updated 05 September 2026.

12 % ABV
Strain MJ M42 wins on alcohol tolerance

On alcohol tolerance, Strain MJ M42 leads: 12 % ABV versus 9 % ABV.

SpecStrain MJ M36Strain MJ M42
ManufacturerMangrove Jack's (dry)Mangrove Jack's (dry)
SpeciesSaccharomyces cerevisiae, top-fermenting aleSaccharomyces cerevisiae, top-fermenting ale
Fermentation temperature18 to 23 C (64 to 73 F)16 to 22 C (61 to 73 F)
Apparent attenuation74 to 78 %77 to 82 %
Alcohol tolerance9 % ABV12 % ABV
FlocculationHigh (rate 4)Very high (rate 5)

Questions and answers

Which has the higher alcohol tolerance, Strain MJ M36 or Strain MJ M42?

On alcohol tolerance, Strain MJ M42 leads: 12 % ABV versus 9 % ABV.

How do Strain MJ M36 and Strain MJ M42 compare?

On alcohol tolerance, Strain MJ M42 leads: 12 % ABV versus 9 % ABV.

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Mangrove Jack's M36 Liberty Bell Ale yeast: temperature, attenuation and alcohol toleranceMangrove Jack's M42 New World Strong Ale yeast: temperature, attenuation and alcohol tolerance