WHC Labs Hornindal (Kveik) Dry Brewing Yeast 500G

WHC Labs Hornindal is a dry Norwegian kveik yeast that ferments at temperatures much warmer than those used for most ale yeasts. Within its recommended 82 - 99°F range, warmer fermentation encourages tropical fruit aromas reminiscent of tangerine, pineapple, and mango. Those notes make it a strong choice for IPA, New England IPA, double IPA, and pale ale, where they can complement fruit-forward hops. WHC Lab also lists red ale, porter, stout, and imperial stout among its suitable styles.

Hornindal’s ability to work at high temperatures can reduce the amount of wort chilling a brewery needs, and its high flocculation helps yeast settle after fermentation. It has a very high nitrogen demand, so brewers should pay particular attention to wort nutrition, especially in high gravity recipes. For a first pitch, WHC Lab’s data sheet says rehydration and oxygenation are generally unnecessary unless brewing a very high gravity beer.

Brewing specifications

• Alcohol tolerance: Up to 14% ABV
• Apparent attenuation: 73% - 80%
• Flocculation: High
• Ideal temperature range: 82 - 99°F (28 - 37°C)
• Pitch rate: 30 - 100 g/hL (0.3 - 1 g/L)