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Old English Heritage Ale Dry Yeast (11g / 22L) | WHC Labs

Old English Heritage Ale Dry Yeast (11g / 22L) | WHC Labs

€3,50

Old English is a classic British heritage ale yeast based on a legendary Burton style strain, developed to deliver clean, well defined ales with excellent attenuation. It is ideal for brewers who want traditional English character without excessive ester expression.

Each sachet contains 11 grams, suitable for fermenting approximately 22 litres of wort. Old English ferments efficiently to achieve a dry finish, allowing both malt and hop character to shine through clearly. Ester formation is kept deliberately low, resulting in a clean and crisp profile that suits a wide range of ale styles.

This strain is also well suited to high gravity brewing, thanks to its strong alcohol tolerance and reliable fermentation speed. Whether brewing everyday session beers or pushing into stronger territory, Old English delivers consistent results without sacrificing balance.

Inspired by centuries of British brewing tradition, this yeast is a dependable choice for producing timeless ales with clarity, structure, and depth.

Oxygenation and or rehydration for the first generation may be beneficial but is not essential.

Ideal For

  • Classic British pale ales

  • Amber and brown ales

  • Porters and stouts

  • West Coast IPAs

  • Imperial and high gravity ales

Technical Specifications

  • Style: Amber Ale, Pale Ale, Porter, Stouts, West Coast IPA, Imperial Stout, Double IPA, Brown Ale

  • Strain: Saccharomyces cerevisiae

  • Pack Size: 11 g

  • Recommended Batch Size: ~22 L

  • Dosage: 50–150 g per hL

  • Fermentation Temperature: 18°C to 22°C

  • ABV Tolerance: Up to 14%

  • Nitrogen Demand: Low

  • Attenuation: 78–85%

  • Flocculation: Medium to High

  • Origin: Made in Ireland

Frequently asked questions

What do I do if my order is delivered and it is damaged?

Contact us straight away. All our orders are packaged carefully but unfortunately sometimes packages do get damaged in transport. Unlike some other homebrew and glass suppliers, if this happens we will replace the damaged goods free of charge.

Where are your manufactured?

As an Irish Company we take pride in supporting Irish manufacturing businesses. Unfortunately we can't get everything made in Ireland so we work on an As Local As Possible principle. This means we get everything from as close to Sligo, Ireland as possible. Sometimes this is Poland or England or France or Scotland. You can always find the country of manufacture in the product description.

When will I get my order?

We dispatch all our orders within 2 days. Our parcels are shipped with tracking by An Post or DPD. Once handed over delivery usually take 2-3 days.

Can I return my order?

We do accept returns with full refunds once the product is undamaged. If the products are damaged in return transit you will be refunded the purchase amount minus the cost of damaged goods.

How much does shipping cost?

Our Standard Tracked Shipping in Ireland is €6 or free on orders over €75 but smaller items (i.e. yeast packets, bubblers, syphon tubes) qualify as "small orders" and are €2.95 to ship or free over €30

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