SafAle F-2
Dry Ale yeast from Fermentis.
Lab
Fermentis· Ale · Dry · F-2
Fermentis· Ale · Dry · F-2Specs
Attenuation
90%
The share of sugars the yeast ferments out. Higher attenuation means a drier, stronger beer.
Optimal temp
15–25°C
59–77°F
The range where this strain ferments cleanly, without throwing off-flavors. Most brewers pitch near the low end.
Alcohol tolerance
≈12% ABV
The rough ABV ceiling where the yeast stresses out and stops fermenting.
Genetic traits
Phenolics
POF−
Ferments clean
Phenolically clean (POF-negative). No clove or spice, so malt, esters, and hops come through unmasked. The norm for American and British ales and most lagers.
Usually used in
Cask
Common questions
- What is SafAle F-2's attenuation?
- 90% apparent attenuation.
- What temperature should I ferment SafAle F-2 at?
- 15–25°C is the recommended range.
- What beer styles is SafAle F-2 good for?
- Cask.
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