Brew clean, balanced British ales with Wyeast 1098 British Ale, a premium liquid yeast strain known for its dry finish, neutral fermentation profile, and ability to showcase both malt complexity and hop character. This versatile English strain produces crisp, well-balanced beers with excellent drinkability, making it an outstanding choice for traditional British recipes as well as malt-forward specialty ales. Each Wyeast Activator™ pack contains approximately 100 billion cells, providing enough healthy yeast to ferment a standard 5-gallon batch under appropriate conditions. Wyeast 1098 is ideal for brewing English Bitter, British Golden Ale, English IPA, British Brown Ale, Porter, Scottish Ale, and English Barleywine. Wyeast 1098 produces a clean, neutral fermentation profile that allows both hop bitterness and malt character to remain prominent without excessive fruitiness. Its balanced attenuation creates a crisp finish while preserving body and structure, making it well suited for classic English ales and stronger malt-driven recipes. Medium flocculation promotes good clarity while maintaining consistent fermentation performance across a wide range of beer styles. This liquid ale yeast features medium flocculation, 73–75% attenuation, and an alcohol tolerance of approximately 10% ABV. It performs best between 64–72°F (18–22°C) and is packaged with approximately 100 billion cells for dependable fermentation performance and consistent brewing results. For best results, store refrigerated between 33–38°F and do not freeze. Pitch cold into well-oxygenated wort and ferment within the recommended temperature range. One Activator™ pack is suitable for many standard-strength 5-gallon batches, while a yeast starter is recommended for higher-gravity beers, older yeast packs, or whenever additional cell count is desired. Proper oxygenation and healthy fermentation practices will help maximize attenuation, clarity, and overall beer quality. Trusted by homebrewers and professional brewers alike, Wyeast 1098 British Ale delivers dependable fermentation, balanced flavor, and the clean, dry finish expected in classic British beer styles. Its healthy cell count, reliable performance, and versatile fermentation profile make it an outstanding choice for brewing traditional English ales, porters, Scottish ales, and other malt-forward beers with professional-quality results.
