Lalbrew Farmhouse Hybrid Yeast x 11g

Description

LalBrew Farmhouse Hybrid is one of Lallemand’s most technically distinctive strains — a true non-diastatic hybrid yeast engineered to deliver the complex spice, fruit and earthy character of a traditional farmhouse saison, without the safety risk that diastatic (amylase-positive) strains present in packaged or kegged beer. That non-diastatic distinction matters more than it might seem: diastatic yeasts continue breaking down complex starches post-packaging, creating an over-attenuation risk in cans, bottles and kegs. Farmhouse Hybrid gives you the full saison character without this problem — making it a genuinely package-safe farmhouse strain for homebrewers and small producers alike.

Brewing Notes

Farmhouse Hybrid ferments rapidly — primary fermentation is typically complete within 4–5 days at 20–25°C, and total turnaround from pitching to package-ready is achievable in a week in warmer conditions. This speed is a practical advantage in a busy homebrew schedule. The non-diastatic character means the yeast produces its saison-typical ester and phenol profile (fruity, spicy, earthy) without the diastase enzyme activity that can over-attenuate in closed packaging. Low flocculation keeps yeast in suspension during fermentation for a farmhouse-haze presentation; cold crashing for 24–48 hours before packaging clears it to a brighter presentation if your style requires it. High attenuation leaves a bone-dry, highly effervescent finish — classic saison character in every pour.

Beer Styles & Brewing Tips

• Classic Saison — ferment at 20°C, allow to rise to 25–28°C as primary activity peaks. The temperature ramp drives ester and phenol complexity. Target OG 1.055–1.075 for classic strength; use a simple grain bill (Pilsner malt and a small percentage of wheat or oat) and let the yeast do the work.
• Hoppy Farmhouse / Modern Saison — Farmhouse Hybrid’s earthy and spicy character is complemented beautifully by aromatic New Zealand and Australian hops. A dry-hop addition of Nelson Sauvin or Riwaka at terminal gravity elevates the profile into something distinctly contemporary.
• Bière de Garde — ferment cooler (17–19°C) for a malt-forward, less phenolic result with farmhouse yeast character still present in the background.
• Belgian Pale Ale — at the lower end of its fermentation range (15–18°C) Farmhouse Hybrid produces a cleaner, less phenolic character suitable for more restrained Belgian Pale Ale profiles.

In Australian conditions, Farmhouse Hybrid’s warm-temperature tolerance is a genuine practical advantage during the summer months. Ambient temperatures of 25–30°C that would ruin most ale strains are actively productive with this yeast. Homebrewers in Queensland and Western Australia can brew authentic saison character year-round without temperature control equipment — the Australian climate is essentially ideal for farmhouse fermentation.

In the Glass

A dry, effervescent, softly hazy farmhouse ale with earthy, spicy and fruity character. The non-diastatic hybrid profile delivers traditional saison complexity — peppery phenols, stone-fruit esters, a light barnyard earthiness — with the predictability and safety of a modern engineered strain. The finish is dry and refreshing. Authentic farmhouse character from a strain designed for reliability.

LalBrew Farmhouse Hybrid is in stock and ships Australia-wide. 11g sachet. The package-safe saison yeast for homebrewers who want farmhouse character without the risk.