LalBrew Diamond Lager Yeast – 11 g Dry Beer Yeast

Why Brewers Love It

LalBrew Diamond is a true lager strain from Germany chosen for robust performance and a clean, neutral fermentation profile. It attenuates thoroughly, drops bright, and delivers classic lager character without fruity or spicy distractions, making it a go-to choice for crisp, authentic lager styles.

Flavor and Aroma Profile

Neutral and clean with a focus on malt expression and hop balance. Low ester production helps produce bright, crisp lagers with authentic German character.

Best Uses

• Helles, German and Bohemian Pilsner – showcases malt and noble hops with a crisp finish.
• Vienna and Oktoberfest-Marzen – clean profile for rich, toasty lagers.
• Dunkel and Schwarzbier – smooth fermentation with excellent clarity.
• Bock, Doppelbock, Eisbock – handles higher gravity with a clean, balanced finish.
• American and Export Lagers – versatile for a wide range of lager styles.

Technical Specifications

• Format: Dry yeast
• Packet weight: 11 g
• Species: Saccharomyces pastorianus (bottom fermenting)
• Apparent attenuation: 77-83%
• Flocculation: High
• Fermentation temperature: 50-59 °F (10-15 °C)
• Alcohol tolerance: Up to 13% ABV
• Pitching rate: 100-200 g/hL
• Fermentation speed: Vigorous, often complete in about 5 days at 54 °F (12 °C) under standard conditions

Brew Tips

• Oxygenate well and provide adequate yeast nutrients, especially for higher gravity lagers.
• Consider a diacetyl rest near the end of fermentation by raising to 60-65 °F (15-18 °C) for 24-48 hours to ensure a clean finish.
• Lager cold at 32-39 °F (0-4 °C) for 2-6 weeks to enhance clarity and smoothness.
• For very high gravity or stressful conditions, rehydrate before pitching and consider a higher pitching rate within the specified range.