Wyeast 2272-PC North American Lager Liquid Yeast 125 mL

This yeast strain is part of Wyeast Labs’ Private Collection which are released as limited/seasonal availablity. This strain was last made available January – March 2025.

A traditional culture of North American and Canadian lagers, light pilsners, and adjunct beers. Mildly malty profile, medium ester profile, well balanced. Malty finish.

Recommended beer styles: American Light Lager, American Lager, International Pale Lager, International Dark Lager, Historical Beer: Pre-Prohibition Lager

• Flocculation: High
• Apparant Attenuation: 70-78%
• ABV Tolerance: 9%
• Temperature Range: 52-58°F (11-14°C)

125 mL / 100 billion starting cell count

Comes in the Wyeast Activator™ (smack pack pouch) that “proofs” the yeast and shortens lag time when it hits your wort. Activator™packages include an internal packet which, when smacked, releases its contents into the yeast slurry and revitalizes the cells. The available sugars and nutrients initiate the culture’s metabolism which in turn generates CO₂ and causes swelling of the package, serving as a viability and vitality test as well. Although beneficial, cultures do not need to be activated prior to inoculation.