SafAle US-05 500g is a premium American ale yeast renowned for its clean fermentation profile, reliable performance, and outstanding versatility. Favoured by commercial breweries, nano breweries, and serious home brewers, this larger-format pack provides exceptional value while delivering the same consistent results that have made US-05 one of the most popular brewing yeasts worldwide.

Designed to produce clean and balanced beers, SafAle US-05 500g allows both hop and malt character to take centre stage. As a result, it is particularly well suited to modern hop-forward beer styles where flavour clarity and aroma expression are essential. The neutral fermentation profile helps showcase hop bitterness, aroma, and flavour while maintaining excellent drinkability.

One of the biggest advantages of SafAle US-05 500g is its versatility. It performs consistently across a broad range of ale styles, from crisp Blonde Ales and American Pale Ales through to hop-forward IPAs, Porters, and Stouts. In addition, its reliable attenuation helps produce dry, clean finishes that enhance overall beer balance.

Manufactured by Fermentis using advanced yeast propagation and drying technology, SafAle US-05 500g offers excellent viability, storage stability, and fermentation performance. Furthermore, the yeast can be pitched directly into wort or rehydrated prior to use, allowing brewers to choose the method that best suits their brewing process.

Whether you’re producing a single commercial batch or managing ongoing brewery production, SafAle US-05 500g provides the consistency, reliability, and clean flavour profile required for professional-quality beer.

Key Features

• Clean American ale fermentation profile
• High attenuation and excellent drinkability
• Neutral character highlights hop and malt flavours
• Suitable for a wide range of ale styles
• Ideal for commercial and large-scale brewing
• Direct pitch or rehydration options
• Trusted by breweries worldwide

Ideal Beer Styles

• American Pale Ale
• American IPA
• West Coast IPA
• Session IPA
• Blonde Ale
• Golden Ale
• Amber Ale
• Porter
• Stout
• American Brown Ale

Direct Pitch Method

1. Cool wort to fermentation temperature.
2. Sprinkle the yeast directly onto the surface of the wort.
3. Ensure even coverage across the wort surface.
4. Avoid clumping by progressively adding the yeast.
5. Ferment within the recommended temperature range.

Ideally, add the yeast during the early stages of fermenter filling for optimal hydration and yeast distribution.

Rehydration Method

1. Prepare sterile water or boiled wort at 25-29°C (77-84°F).
2. Use a minimum of 10 times the yeast weight in liquid.
3. Sprinkle the yeast evenly onto the liquid surface.
4. Allow to rest for 15-30 minutes.
5. Stir gently to form a smooth yeast cream.
6. Pitch into the fermenter.

Both pitching methods provide excellent fermentation performance and flexibility for brewers.

Fermentation Performance

Fermentation Temperature:
18-26°C (64.4-78.8°F)

Dosage Rate:
50-80g per hectolitre (hL)

Attenuation:
High

Flocculation:
Medium

Fermentation Character:
Clean, crisp, and neutral.

The clean fermentation profile allows hop aroma, hop flavour, and malt character to shine, making it ideal for both traditional and modern craft beer styles.

Dosage Information

Pack Size:

• 500g Professional Brewing Pack

Recommended Usage:

• 50-80g per hectolitre (hL)

Suitable For:

• Commercial breweries
• Nano breweries
• Pilot systems
• Large-volume home brewing

Adjust pitching rates according to wort gravity, beer style, and brewery requirements.

Ingredients

• Yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae)
• Emulsifier: E491 (Sorbitan Monostearate)