I got the kit from Midwest for the Irish Red Ale and it came with Muntons, which is apparently not very good. So I'm wondering what would be a good yeast to use with this kit. I'm thinking Nottingham or Wyeast 1084. I also have some Wyeast 1272 sitting in the fridge. Feel free to add any other options as well.
What yeast for Irish Red Ale?
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Brew_4iT
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The 1272 should do the trick, I believe that the Irish ale yeast gives off more flavors. I used that same one for an irish stout the 1084 which I retain for future brews. I like it a lot, with higher heat levels this will impart a lot of flavors if you like that or not.
SCHUWEET
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Notty never steers me wrong.
On my Red Ale, I use the Edinburgh yeast strain wlp028.
charlesmartin
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1272
Justibone
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Notty is fine if you keep it chill (mid 60's) during fermentation.
My $.02
My $.02
What's wrong with the Muntons? Just wondering.
Brew_4iT
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If I were you I would just use the 1272 and hold on to the packet of dry yeast for a rainy day. They keep for awhile and if a future batch gets stuck good repitching stuff.
