WLP007 Crisp English Ale Yeast, formerly known as Dry English Ale Yeast, is prized for its strong fermentation performance and high attenuation. It is known for driving beers to a clean, well-attenuated finish with minimal residual sweetness, creating a crisp, dry profile that works especially well in both hop-forward and malt-forward recipes.

Many American breweries rely on WLP007 as a dependable house strain thanks to its consistency and versatility. It performs beautifully in IPAs, pale ales, rich ambers, porters, and brown ales, and it is often selected as an alternative to WLP001 when you want a similarly clean profile with a slightly drier finish and strong attenuation – even in higher-gravity brewing.

Highlights

• High attenuation for dry, crisp finishes – including in higher-gravity ales
• Clean, versatile flavor profile that supports both hops and malt
• A trusted house strain for a wide range of styles
• Reliable fermentation performance with a crisp finish and reduced residual sweetness
• PurePitch® Next Generation packaging for consistent, reliable pitching

Brewing Notes

• Expect a drier finish: WLP007 is a great choice when you want to eliminate residual sweetness and keep the beer crisp and drinkable.
• For high-gravity brewing, healthy pitch rates and adequate oxygenation help support strong attenuation and a clean profile.
• Medium-high flocculation typically yields good clarity with conditioning; cold crashing can help the yeast drop bright.
• If you are using this strain as a WLP001 alternative, note that the finish may come across slightly leaner due to the strong attenuation.

Storage and Handling

• Store refrigerated until use.
• Allow the pouch to warm toward fermentation temperature before pitching to reduce temperature shock.
• Consider a starter and/or increased pitch rate for higher-gravity worts based on your process.

Tech Specs

• Attenuation: 70-80%
• Flocculation: Medium-High
• Alcohol Tolerance: 5-10%
• Fermentation Temp: 65-70°F (18-21°C)
• STA1: Negative
• Popular Styles: American IPA, English IPA, Barleywine, Blonde Ale, Brown Ale, Pale Ale, Porter, Red Ale, Stout, Scotch Ale, Imperial Stout, Old Ale, Cider, Mead