SafLager W-34/70 (Weihenstephan) Lager Yeast 11.5g

$9.00

IDEAL FOR NEUTRAL LAGER BEER This famous yeast strain from Weihenstephan in Germany is used world-wide within the brewing industry.

SafLagerTM W-34/70 allows to brew beers with a good balance of floral and fruity aromas and gives clean flavours and high drinkable beers.

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Description

SafLager W-34/70 is the world’s most widely used dry lager yeast — the Weihenstephan strain in a dry sachet. Originating from the legendary Weihenstephan Research Centre in Bavaria, this strain is the global benchmark for neutral, balanced lager production. Used commercially in Germany for over a century, it delivers consistent results in your home brewery with every batch. Shop W-34/70 yeast Australia-wide at Yeast Platform.

Specification	Value
Fermentation Temperature	12–15°C (up to 18°C)
Attenuation	80–84%
Flocculation	Fast
Alcohol Tolerance	9–11% ABV
Recommended Styles	Classic Lager, Pilsner, Helles, Vienna Lager, Märzen

Brewing Notes

W-34/70’s fast flocculation means excellent natural clarification without fining agents. Pitch at 12°C and ramp slowly to 14–15°C toward the end of fermentation for complete diacetyl cleanup before crash cooling. Available in 11.5g (single-batch) or bulk 100g/500g formats for larger volumes or repitching. Dosage 80–120 g/hL; pitch fresh or rehydrate in 25°C water for 15 minutes.

Beer Styles & Brewing Tips

W-34/70’s Weihenstephan lineage makes it the definitive strain for authentic European lager styles. From the lightest Helles to the richest Märzen, this strain’s neutral profile elevates whatever grain bill you give it.

Best styles: Czech Pilsner (bright, hoppy, and very dry — showcase Czech Saaz heavily for authentic character), Munich Helles (subtle malt sweetness, elegant restraint, and soft water profile), Märzen/Oktoberfest (malt-forward and amber — ferment slightly warmer at 15°C and condition longer for full flavour development).

Australian brewing tips:

A dedicated fermenting fridge is strongly recommended — ambient summer temperatures make 12–15°C fermentation impossible without temperature control.
Australian tap water tends to be mineral-rich in some regions — soft water (low carbonate) suits Czech Pilsner best; add calcium sulfate for hop dryness.
Pair with Czech Saaz for Czech Pils character; use Hallertau Mittelfrüh for authentic Munich Helles hop presence.
W-34/70 is repitchable — harvest the yeast cake and store in a sanitised jar at 2°C for up to 3 weeks for reuse on the next batch.

In the Glass

Balanced floral and fruity lager aroma (restrained), clean neutral malt flavour, low esters. A lager that tastes exactly like a lager should — because it’s brewed with the original Weihenstephan strain.

Buy SafLager W-34/70 yeast in Australia at Yeast Platform. Multiple pack sizes available. Fast nationwide shipping.

Recommended Hops for This Yeast

Pair with classic noble hops to keep the focus on malt character and a clean, crisp finish.

Saaz Hops — Czech noble hop — spicy, herbal, the traditional choice for Pilsner and Helles
East Kent Golding Hops — English noble hop — earthy, floral, perfect for session lagers and Märzen
Chinook Hops — High-alpha US hop — clean pine bitterness for bittering in American-style lagers
Cascade Hops — Iconic citrus and floral hop — adds lift to pale lagers without overpowering