SafLager S-189 (Pilsner Lager)
Swiss Precision • Crisp Mineral Finish • Built for Hoppy Pilsners
SafLager S-189 is the renowned Hürlimann strain from Switzerland, prized for an exceptionally clean, crisp fermentation with a refined, almost mineral dryness. It produces elegant lagers with a sharp, refreshing edge — the strain of choice for brewers who want their pilsners cut like glass.
With 82% attenuation and high flocculation, S-189 ferments thoroughly to a snappy dry finish and clears beautifully, producing polished, professional-looking lager.
Flavor & Aroma Profile
- Very clean, neutral lager fermentation
- Crisp, dry, distinctly mineral finish
- Sharp definition that flatters hop bitterness
- Delicate floral undertone
- Elegant, refined overall impression
Fermented cold, S-189 is precise and austere in the best way; the dry, mineral edge it leaves makes hop character ring clear, which is why it has become a favorite for hoppy modern lagers as well as classic pilsners.
Brewing Applications
SafLager S-189 is a staple ingredient in many crisp lager styles, including:
- German Pilsner
- Czech-Style Pilsner
- Italian Pilsner
- Hoppy / Dry-Hopped Lager
- Helles
- Kellerbier
It is also an excellent base for India Pale Lagers, where its dry finish keeps big hop additions taut and refreshing.
Usage Recommendations
Pitch two 11.5 g sachets into 5 gallons of lager-strength wort, fermenting at 53–59°F. Cold fermentation delivers maximum crispness and mineral character; the warm end of the range trades a little precision for speed.
For an Italian-style pilsner, ferment cold and add a restrained noble dry hop after fermentation — S-189's clean, dry canvas was practically made for it.
Specifications
- Attenuation: 82%
- Flocculation: High
- Fermentation Temperature: 53–59°F
- Format: 11.5 g dry sachet
- Beer Styles: German, Czech, and Italian pilsners, hoppy lagers, helles, kellerbier
Whether you're crafting a razor-crisp German pils, a dry-hopped Italian pilsner, or a modern hoppy lager, SafLager S-189 provides the clean, mineral-edged precision that elevates simple recipes into elegant beer.
Description
Swiss Precision • Crisp Mineral Finish • Built for Hoppy Pilsners
SafLager S-189 is the renowned Hürlimann strain from Switzerland, prized for an exceptionally clean, crisp fermentation with a refined, almost mineral dryness. It produces elegant lagers with a sharp, refreshing edge — the strain of choice for brewers who want their pilsners cut like glass.
With 82% attenuation and high flocculation, S-189 ferments thoroughly to a snappy dry finish and clears beautifully, producing polished, professional-looking lager.
Flavor & Aroma Profile
- Very clean, neutral lager fermentation
- Crisp, dry, distinctly mineral finish
- Sharp definition that flatters hop bitterness
- Delicate floral undertone
- Elegant, refined overall impression
Fermented cold, S-189 is precise and austere in the best way; the dry, mineral edge it leaves makes hop character ring clear, which is why it has become a favorite for hoppy modern lagers as well as classic pilsners.
Brewing Applications
SafLager S-189 is a staple ingredient in many crisp lager styles, including:
- German Pilsner
- Czech-Style Pilsner
- Italian Pilsner
- Hoppy / Dry-Hopped Lager
- Helles
- Kellerbier
It is also an excellent base for India Pale Lagers, where its dry finish keeps big hop additions taut and refreshing.
Usage Recommendations
Pitch two 11.5 g sachets into 5 gallons of lager-strength wort, fermenting at 53–59°F. Cold fermentation delivers maximum crispness and mineral character; the warm end of the range trades a little precision for speed.
For an Italian-style pilsner, ferment cold and add a restrained noble dry hop after fermentation — S-189's clean, dry canvas was practically made for it.
Specifications
- Attenuation: 82%
- Flocculation: High
- Fermentation Temperature: 53–59°F
- Format: 11.5 g dry sachet
- Beer Styles: German, Czech, and Italian pilsners, hoppy lagers, helles, kellerbier
Whether you're crafting a razor-crisp German pils, a dry-hopped Italian pilsner, or a modern hoppy lager, SafLager S-189 provides the clean, mineral-edged precision that elevates simple recipes into elegant beer.
