Plzen is a bottom-fermenting yeast strain designed to embody the crisp, clean character synonymous with traditional Pilsner lagers. With its ability to ferment at lower temperatures and superb flocculation properties, the hallmark flavors of noble hops and subtle malt sweetness will be highlighted, making it an ideal choice for brewers seeking to create authentic and refreshing Pilsner beers.
Distinctive Appearance
This yeast strain is highly flocculent, giving crisp, brilliant, bright beer. High flocculation also means lower conditioning time reducing energy requirements whilst increasing vessel capacity.
Beer Styles
This versatile bottom-fermenting strain excels in various European Lager styles, including German and Bohemian Pilsner, American Pilsner, Maibock, Doppelbock, Oktoberfest, and Marzen.
Superior Fermentation Performance
Plzen is known for its efficient diacetyl reduction, improving tank efficiency and reducing the chance of elevated undesirable diacetyl levels.
Flavor Profile
The beers made using Plzen yeast have a pure flavor profile with a fine, complex, subtle, fruity aroma and mild palate – yielding a beer with a very clean and crisp aroma, true to lager/pilsner style beers.