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For this brew, I'll be adding about 2 oz. of primary and 2 oz. of secondary dry hops. I really want a yeast that will pack a fruity, bitter punch to these dry hop additions. Do these yeasts you've recommended fit this style?

I'm interested to hear more about other British Ale Yeasts...Wyeast 1272 sounds like it adds to the citrusy notes. Ultimately, I would say that I'm looking for an an English-style ale yeast that is extremely floral upfront, then slightly bitter and sugar-tangy towards the end. The London ESB...

Hello All! Would anyone be able to recommend some of their favorite yeast strains for an IPA/extra special bitter (I'm shooting for the 1.045-1.060 OG range). I'm a huge fan of London ESB 1968, but I've only used it when brewing double IPAs. I'm worried it wouldn't taste right with a lighter...

This recipe was a variation on a BYO magazine recipe that I had found online. I've since been in search of a good CONAN yeast clone, but I have never tried WLP013. Originally when I used the London 1968 ESB, it was a total risk that ended up tasting great. I'd love to hear how the WLP013...

Hello All, This is my 1st post, so please be civil. I began heavily homebrewing during this past spring (2013). I've always been a lover of craft beer, but it wasn't until my 1st can of Heady Topper that something changed. IPAs have always been my favorite style of beer, and once I tasted...

Hello All, This is my 1st post, so please be civil. I began heavily homebrewing during this past spring (2013). I've always been a lover of craft beer, but it wasn't until my 1st can of Heady Topper that something changed. IPAs have always been my favorite style of beer, and once I tasted...