Wyeast 3724 - Belgian Saison

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Wyeast 3724 - Belgian Saison

Postby miguelito » Fri Oct 30, 2009 9:30 pm

Has anyone ever used Wyeast 3724 - Belgian Saison?

I would like to hear about any experiences good or bad. After my LHBS guy gave me some pointers/warnings based on his recent use of this yeast, I was intrigued. :shock:

My google search brought me to many similar stories of rocket starts followed by a slow or stalled ferments. Re-pitch, heater belts, etc. I'm actually jacked up to pitch this yeast - sounds like an animal. :evil:

Anyway, after everything I have read, I am going to ferment in my garage at 90F and watch the magic take place.
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Re: Wyeast 3724 - Belgian Saison

Postby Kevin » Tue Nov 03, 2009 1:13 am

I have generally had good luck with the saison yeasts by starting them at about 70F for the first 3 or 4 days, then letting them get up to the mid 80's.

However, this is one yeast that seems to get better with repitching, for me. The first generation is a tad over fruity, for me. Apricot and pineapple esters, galore. When repitched, it seems to get smoother and more complex, without the fruitiness.
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