Lallemand London English-Style Ale Yeast x 11g

$5.60

Expiry on this batch 08/24 – discounted price. Will be viable for months yet.

LalBrew London™ is a true English ale strain selected for its ability to produce authentic, traditional UK beer styles.

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Description

LalBrew London is Lallemand’s traditional English ale yeast, bringing the malt-forward, estery character of London’s great bitter and ESB breweries to homebrew scale. Where many “English” yeasts are neutral American-origin strains in disguise, LalBrew London delivers genuinely British character: a biscuity malt backbone, light stone-fruit esters, and the balance that makes a pint of ESB feel complete. Note: LalBrew London has been discontinued by Lallemand — current stock is available at clearance pricing while supplies last.

Fermentation temp	17–22°C (ideal 18–20°C)
Apparent attenuation	69–75%
Flocculation	Medium-high
Alcohol tolerance	Up to 12% ABV
Pack size	11g sachet (1 batch)
Best styles	ESB, Bitter, Brown Ale, London Porter, English IPA

Brewing Notes

London yeast’s lower-than-average attenuation (69–75%) leaves a fuller body in the finished beer — ideal for styles where residual sweetness and malt presence are features, not flaws. Medium-high flocculation drops it clear reliably without fining. The ester profile runs to light stone fruit and a subtle earthiness that is very distinctly “London pub” — understated, balanced, and malt-forward. Ferment at 18–20°C; pushing higher temperatures accentuates the fruity esters and can tip into slightly jammy territory, which ESB does not want.

Beer Styles & Brewing Tips

ESB (Extra Special Bitter) — the natural home for London yeast. Malt-forward, moderate bitterness from EKG or Fuggles, full-bodied finish. Ferment at 19°C for the textbook result.
English Bitter & Best Bitter — lower gravity versions (OG 1.035–1.048) where malt character and residual sweetness are part of the style definition.
London Porter — the fuller body pairs beautifully with roasted malt; a slightly higher ferment temperature (20–21°C) adds complexity.
English IPA — a historical-style IPA with genuine British character rather than modern West Coast dryness — rich, balanced, and very drinkable.

In Australian conditions, London yeast performs well in the cooler months (April–September) in southern states without temperature control equipment. Summer brewing will require fermentation management to stay within range, which is straightforward with any basic aquarium controller setup.

In the Glass

Fuller-bodied with a malt-forward palate, light stone-fruit esters, and good clarity from medium-high flocculation. Understated and balanced — classic London ale character in every pint.

LalBrew London is available at clearance pricing while current stock lasts. Ships Australia-wide. If you have been meaning to try it, now is the time.

Recommended Hops for This Yeast

London yeast’s malt-forward English character calls for classic British and versatile American varieties:

East Kent Golding T90 Hops — earthy, honey and floral; the definitive pairing for ESB and English Bitter
Chinook T90 Hops — bold bittering with pine and mild citrus for English-style IPAs
Cascade T90 Hops — floral and citrus aroma that works well in modern takes on English Pale Ale
Saaz T90 Hops — spicy noble character for traditional English ales and porters with a Continental twist