This M44 U.S. West Coast yeast is a top fermenting ale strain suitable for American style ales. This yeast produces exceptionally clean flavour, ideal for when you want the hop character to really punch through. Suitable for American style Pale Ales, American Double IPAs, American style Imperial Stouts and more.

Flavour / Mouthfeel Characteristics: Beers fermented with this strain will finish dry and crisp. This strain is at it's best in hop prominent American style beers. Very light ales may turn out a bit stripped, thin or astringent if care is not taken with the mash temperature and to avoid over extraction of the grains. Acidity is moderately high, boosting hop flavours and creating a clipped finish.

Aroma Characteristics: Tangy citrus and pine hop aromas will be enhanced as well as toasted and dark malt aromas by this strain. However this is a very neutral strain even when fermented in higher gravity worts and warmer temperatures.

Higher Alcohol Beers: Remaining very neutral this strain excels in strong ales with simple malt bills. Alcohol will be a dominant flavour and aroma constituent and may be quite warming but not harsh.