California Ale Yeast - WLP 001

Undoubtedly the most widely used ale yeast strain both in commercial and home brewing, the WLP001 California Ale Yeast is as versatile and reliable as any yeast strain gets.

Also known as “Chico”, this ale strain is trendy due to its clean fermentation profile and ease of use. It tends to produce very clean flavours in a variety of beer styles with virtually no phenols, ethers, or high alcohols to impact the beer's overall character.

As a result, WLP001 California Ale can be used in virtually any beer style with excellent results.