Q2 Spring Release 2026
These strains give homebrewers distinct style options to experiment with this spring—from favorites like the American light lager and Czech lagers, and the timeless witbier, to creative specialties like the Belgian or white IPA. With our limited release available in the one-of-a-kind Activator™ “smack pack,” you can be sure that your liquid yeast is fresh, viable, and ready for fermentation when it hits your wort. Explore the specific characteristics of these archival strains and brewing recommendations below!
2nd Quarter: April—June 2026
Species: Saccharomyces pastorianus
Profile: The Budvar style strain has a nice malty nose with subtle fruit tones and a rich malt profile on the palate. It finishes malty but dry, well balanced, and crisp. Hop character comes through in the finish.
History:With a geographic origin of České Budějovice, Czechia, Wyeast released this strain in the 1990’s, though its complete story has yet to be revealed from our archive.
Recommended Pitch Rate for 5 Gallons:
2 Activators™ for ≤ 1.048-1.065 SG
3 Activators™ for 1.065-1.074 SG
3-4+ Activators™ for 1.074-1.105 SG
Let’s Get Brewing: Instructions for use
Species: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Profile: Isolated from a small Belgian brewery, this strain produces beers with moderate esters and minimal phenolics. Apple, bubblegum and plum-like aromas blend nicely with malt and hops. This strain will finish dry with a hint of tartness.
History: Isolated by Wyeast in 1994 from a colorfully-named beer from Esen, West Flanders, Belgium. This strain was added to the Wyeast Culture Collections the following year.
Recommended Pitch Rate for 5 Gallons:
1 Activators™ for ≤ 1.048-1.065 SG
1-2 Activators™ for 1.065-1.074 SG
2+ Activators™ for 1.074-1.105 SG
Let’s Get Brewing: Instructions for use
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