Liquid Yeast – Escarpment Premium Pils

Meet Escarpment Premium Pils, a standout in our lineup of liquid yeasts brought to you by Escarpment Laboratories. This yeast strain is a balanced and mild Czech-origin lager yeast, highly regarded for its exceptionally fast fermentation rate. Whether you’re a seasoned home brewer or just starting, Premium Pils provides a great opportunity to craft lagers with a clean and crisp flavour, featuring a dry, full-bodied mouthfeel that will keep you coming back for more.

Perfect for Lager Lovers

Proudly hailing from the Czech Republic’s rich brewing tradition, this yeast offers the versatility to go beyond Czech styles, opening up possibilities for all kinds of lager styles. While its roots lie in iconic Czech pilsners, Premium Pils seamlessly adapts to German lagers and countless other beer styles that benefit from its clean, crisp flavour profile.

Brewing Tips: Making the Most of Premium Pils

Premium Pils thrives in a temperature range of 9–13°C (48–55°F), perfect for lager fermentations. With a high fermentation rate and attenuation between 72% and 82%, it consistently delivers a dry finish, ideal for a wide variety of lager styles. Its medium flocculation ensures a well-rounded clarity in your final product without excessive haze.

Pairing Suggestions

• Hops: Consider pairing with traditional noble hops like Saaz, Hallertau, or Tettnang to enhance the subtle spicy and herbal notes characteristic of these lagers.
• Malt: Opt for Pilsner malt for an authentic Czech lager experience, or experiment with a combination of Vienna and Munich malts for a richer profile.
• Other Yeast Strains: While primarily used solo, you might explore blending with neutral ale strains for hybrid styles, offering a creative twist to your brewing ventures.

Why Choose Premium Pils?

If you’re seeking a yeast strain that guarantees quick and efficient fermentation without compromising on flavour, Escarpment Premium Pils is your go-to choice. Its non-diastatic and non-phenolic properties mean your beer remains stable and clean, unaffected by undesirable phenolic flavours. Thanks to its medium alcohol tolerance, this yeast is great for traditional lagers, providing enough robustness to handle a range of recipes.

Join the Lager Revolution

Choosing Premium Pils over other strains ensures not only efficiency but also authenticity. It captures the heart and soul of historic Czech lagers while providing the flexibility to experiment and innovate. Whether you’re working on a classic Czech lager or venturing into new lager territories, this strain won’t disappoint.