{"product_id":"wyeast-2112-california-lager-beer-yeast-activator-smackpack-systemtrade-100-billion-cells","title":"Wyeast | 2112 California Lager | Beer Yeast | Activator Smack-Pack System™ | 100 Billion Cells","description":"\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t2112 is particularly well suited for producing California Common-style beers\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tRetains lager characteristics at temperatures up to 65°F and produces malty, brilliantly clear beers.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cem\u003eNot recommended for cold temp fermentation\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tActivator Smack-Pack System™ \"proofs\" the yeast and shortens lag time when it hits your wort\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tWhen smacked, the Activator™ packet releases sugars and nutrients to initiate the culture's metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tWyeast has been a pioneer in craft brewing for over 35 years and is committed to creating the finest fermentation products available\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tAlthough beneficial, cultures do not need to be activated prior to inoculation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe California Common or Steam beer, made famous by Anchor Brewing Company, is the quintessential example of the style behind this strain.  A hybrid lager strain that performs well at ale temperatures and demonstrates a full and provacative flavor profile.  An absolute must for San Francisco style lagers! Don't forget your Northern Brewer hops!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis strain is particularly well suited for producing 19th century-style West Coast beers with woody\/minty hop flavor. It retains lager characteristics at temperatures up to 65°F (18°C) and produces malty, brilliantly clear beers. This strain is not recommended for cold temperature fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eAttenuation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 67-71%\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eFlocculation:\u003c\/strong\u003e High\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9%\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Fermentation Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58-68°F\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eCell Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 Billion\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eStyles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tBaltic Porter\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tCalifornia Common Beer\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tChristmas\/Winter Specialty Spiced Beer\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tCream Ale\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tOther Smoked Beer\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tPremium American Lager\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tSpice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eFor best results we always recommend ordering an ice pack with your liquid yeast.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong class=\"editor-text-bold\"\u003ePlease Note: When choosing an ice pack option beware that the liquid yeast will not arrive cold even when shipped together.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ice packs and insulated mailing options are designed to keep the yeast colder for longer during shipment, but they will not ensure that your yeast arrives cold. We will not replace liquid yeast that arrives warm. During warmer months we strongly recommend you choose dry yeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Wyeast","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51913255911713,"sku":"WY2112","price":14.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/7521\/2321\/files\/59563.png?v=1760375485","url":"https:\/\/morebeer.mom\/products\/wyeast-2112-california-lager-beer-yeast-activator-smackpack-systemtrade-100-billion-cells","provider":"MoreBeer!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}