Wyeast 1056 American Ale
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| Management number | 253678840 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$5.60 | Model Number | 253678840 | ||
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Brew clean, hop-forward American ales with Wyeast 1056 American Ale, the original American ale strain trusted by homebrewers and professional breweries for its neutral fermentation profile, balanced attenuation, and exceptional versatility. Known for producing crisp beers with low ester production, Wyeast 1056 allows both hop aroma and malt character to take center stage without adding excessive yeast-derived flavors. Each Wyeast Activator™ pack contains approximately 100 billion cells, providing enough healthy yeast to ferment a standard 5-gallon batch under appropriate conditions. Wyeast 1056 is ideal for brewing American Pale Ale, American IPA, American Stout, Brown Ale, Irish Red Ale, Mead, and many other American and British-inspired styles.
Wyeast 1056 produces a clean, crisp fermentation with low fruitiness and balanced attenuation, making it one of the most dependable "house" strains available. Cooler fermentations encourage subtle citrus notes while maintaining a highly neutral profile that lets hop bitterness, hop aroma, and malt complexity remain the focus of the finished beer. Its low to medium flocculation creates a bright, dry beer while preserving excellent ingredient expression across a wide range of recipes.
This liquid ale yeast features low to medium flocculation, 73–77% attenuation, and an alcohol tolerance of 11% ABV. It performs best between 60–72°F (16–22°C) and is packaged with approximately 100 billion cells for reliable fermentation performance and consistent brewing results.
For best results, store refrigerated between 33–38°F and do not freeze. Pitch cold into well-oxygenated wort and ferment within the recommended temperature range. One Activator™ pack is suitable for many standard-strength 5-gallon batches, while a yeast starter is recommended for higher-gravity beers, older yeast packs, or whenever additional cell count is desired. Proper oxygenation and temperature control will help maximize attenuation, clarity, and overall fermentation performance.
Trusted by homebrewers and commercial breweries around the world, Wyeast 1056 American Ale delivers dependable fermentation, clean flavor, and outstanding versatility across countless beer styles. Its healthy cell count, reliable performance, and neutral fermentation profile make it an excellent choice for brewing everything from crisp pale ales and hop-forward IPAs to robust stouts and balanced specialty beers with professional-quality results.
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