curious about Wyeast #3942XL Belgian Wheat Yeast

[zerotwofour]

http://www.defalcos.com/virtuemart....e=flypage.tpl&product_id=1207&category_id=107

Estery low phenol producing yeast from small Belgian brewery. Apple and plum like nose with dry finish.


Estery low phenol producing yeast <--- what does this exactly mean on the effect of the brew?

 

[JLem]

Estery means the yeast produces a lot or esters, which are generally fruity in aroma/flavor (apple, pear, plum, banana, bubble-gum).

Low phenol means the yeast doesn't produce a lot of phenols, which are generally spicy in aroma/flavor (pepper, clove)

So this particular yeast will produce a lot of fruity flavors but not a lot of spicy ones.