This article is one in a series describing the seasonal yeasts put out by our liquid yeast manufacturers. This one is..
Wyeast 2002-PC Gambrinus Lager™
“Czech-style lager strain with very mild floral aroma, nice lager character in nose. Malt dominates profile with subtle floral/fruit notes. Full,complex flavor profile with full mouth feel. Finishes soft and smooth with nice lingering maltiness.”
Rumored to be Gambrinus lager H-strain.
Vital stats:
Attenuation – 71-75%
Flocculation – Medium – High
Optimum Ferment Temp. – 46-56°F
Alcohol Tolerance – 9% ABV
Manufactured January – March. Could be available through August.
Be sure to check out the other seasonal yeasts for this period:
White Labs: Jan-Feb 022 Essex Ale, 037 Yorkshire Square, 835 German Lager ‘X’ Mar-Apr 009 Australian Ale, 017 Whitbread Ale, 860 Munich Helles
Wyeast: 1203-PC Burton IPA Blend™, 3864-PC Canadian/Belgian Ale™