Angel Yeast BF16 dry yeast 500g

Only 54.- per pack if you order 20x500g packs. The best price for this very popular yeast strain! Stop spending too much on yeast, use Angel yeast BF16

 

BF16 is ideal for producing:

• Swiss-style lagers

• Helles, Export, Kellerbier

• Neutral, crisp and refreshing lagers

• Large-scale craft beer production at optimal cost

• Beers where clarity, drinkability and clean fermentation are essential

As a raw ingredient for brewing, BF16 offers premium performance at the most competitive pricing for breweries in Switzerland.

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Brew Characteristics

• Based on the Hürlimann lager strain known for neutral, classic Zurich-style lager profiles

• Vigorous fermentation with rapid start

• High attenuation → dry, crisp finish

• High flocculation → clear and bright lagers

• Neutral flavour with light malt fragrance

• Minimal off-flavours when handled correctly

• Best results at traditional lager temperatures

This makes BF16 an excellent choice for craft breweries aiming to balance quality, repeatability and cost efficiency.

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Technical Characteristics

• Yeast type: Saccharomyces cerevisiae (lager brewing strain)

• Fermentation temperature: 10–20°C

• Attenuation: high

• Flocculation: high

• Dry weight: ≥93%

• Living cells: ≥8.0 × 10⁹ CFU/g

• Wild yeast: ≤1.0 × 10³ CFU/g

• Total bacteria: ≤5.0 × 10³ CFU/g

• Pathogens: none

• GMO-free, food-grade, premium quality control

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Dosage & Use

• Standard lagers: 50–100 g/hL

• Cold, high-gravity or fast fermentations: 100–300 g/hL

Rehydration:

• Use 5–10× weight in boiled water or diluted wort (22–30°C).

• Stir gently for 5 minutes, rest for 10–20 minutes.

• Avoid temperature shocks >10°C.

• Pitch immediately and mix with wort.

• Aeration is not required.

The entire rehydration/pitching process should be completed within 30 minutes to minimise microbial contamination.

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Why BF16? – Quality & Price Advantage

• Best price in Switzerland for a professional lager strain

• Performance aligned with traditional Swiss (Hürlimann-style) lager fermentations

• Premium brewing quality at lower cost per hL

• Perfect for breweries optimising raw material costs without sacrificing flavour or clarity

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Professional Support

Need help with pitch rate optimisation, lager fermentation, or cost reduction strategies? Our team supports Swiss breweries with technical brewing guidance and supply continuity. Fast delivery from our Swiss warehouse.