Wyeast | 5526 Brettanomyces Lambicus | Beer Yeast | Activator Smack-Pack System™ | 100 Billion Cells

• 5526 is a wild yeast strain isolated from Belgian lambic beers
• Produces a pie cherry-like flavor and sourness along with distinct “Brett” character
• Activator Smack-Pack System™ "proofs" the yeast and shortens lag time when it hits your wort
• When smacked, the Activator™ packet releases sugars and nutrients to initiate the culture's metabolism
• Wyeast has been a pioneer in craft brewing for over 35 years and is committed to creating the finest fermentation products available
• Although beneficial, cultures do not need to be activated prior to inoculation

The quintessential "Brett" strain used for the production of Lambic and other beers.

This is a wild yeast strain isolated from Belgian lambic beers. It produces a pie cherry-like flavor and sourness along with distinct “Brett” character. A pellicle may form in bottles or casks. To produce the classic Belgian character, this strain works best in conjunction with other yeast and lactic bacteria. It generally requires 3-6 months of aging to fully develop flavor characteristics.

Attenuation: 78-84%
Flocculation: Medium
Alcohol Tolerance: 12%
Optimum Fermentation Temp: 60-75°F
Cell Count: 100 Billion

Styles:
Berliner Weisse
Flanders Red Ale
Fruit Lambic
Gueuze
Straight (Unblended) Lambic

For best results we always recommend ordering an ice pack with your liquid yeast.