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Wyeast | 3944 Belgian Witbier | Beer Yeast | Activator Smack-Pack System™ | 100 Billion Cells
WY3944
Wyeast | 3944 Belgian Witbier | Beer Yeast | Activator Smack-Pack System™ | 100 Billion Cells
Wyeast | 3944 Belgian Witbier | Beer Yeast | Activator Smack-Pack System™ | 100 Billion Cells
Wyeast | 3944 Belgian Witbier | Beer Yeast | Activator Smack-Pack System™ | 100 Billion Cells
 

Wyeast | 3944 Belgian Witbier | Beer Yeast | Activator Smack-Pack System™ | 100 Billion Cells

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Description
  • 3944 is a versatile witbier yeast strain can be used in a variety of Belgian style ales
  • Produces a complex flavor profile dominated by spicy phenolics with low to moderate ester production
  • Activator Smack-Pack System™ "proofs" the yeast and shortens lag time when it hits your wort
  • When smacked, the Activator™ packet releases sugars and nutrients to initiate the culture's metabolism
  • Wyeast has been a pioneer in craft brewing for over 35 years and is committed to creating the finest fermentation products available
  • Although beneficial, cultures do not need to be activated prior to inoculation

This versatile witbier yeast strain can be used in a variety of Belgian style ales. This strain produces a complex flavor profile dominated by spicy phenolics with low to moderate ester production. It is a great strain choice when you want a delicate clove profile not to be overshadowed by esters. It will ferment fairly dry with a slightly tart finish that compliments the use of oats, malted and unmalted wheat. This strain is a true top cropping yeast requiring full fermenter headspace of 33%.

Attenuation: 72-76%
Flocculation: Medium
Alcohol Tolerance: 11-12%
Optimum Fermentation Temp: 62-75°F
Cell Count: 100 Billion

Styles:
Belgian Dubbel
Belgian Tripel
Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer Witbier

For best results we always recommend ordering an ice pack with your liquid yeast.
 

Please Note: When choosing an ice pack option beware that the liquid yeast will not arrive cold even when shipped together. Ice packs and insulated mailing options are designed to keep the yeast colder for longer during shipment, but they will not ensure that your yeast arrives cold. We will not replace liquid yeast that arrives warm. During warmer months we strongly recommend you choose dry yeast.
 
 
Item # WY3944
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Weight 0.19 LBS
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A recipe I plan to repeatedly brew
Shane M on Jan 16, 2023
People think that I make Blue moon
john h on Dec 17, 2021
A recipe I plan to repeatedly brew
Shane M on Jan 16, 2023
Making a Vanilla Coconut Pineapple Sour
Steven D S on Apr 4, 2022
People think that I make Blue moon
john h on Dec 17, 2021
Great yeast for next batch
Brad S on Jun 4, 2021
Used it before and loved it.
Christopher C P on May 12, 2021
Wit Beer!
Ward K T on Mar 30, 2021
Following a recipe.
Jeff D on Mar 30, 2021
Loyal to the soil. Oregon.
Patrick M on Aug 1, 2020
Making Belgian Wit
Fred H on Jul 12, 2020
Warmer weather
Casey B on Jul 11, 2020
Belgian wheat
Thomas F on Jun 25, 2020
brewing a whitbier
Jennifer V on Jun 10, 2020
need it for a brew. All sold out in utah
brad on Jun 5, 2020
WLP400 was out of stock. But I have had good results with this and it is the straight replacement.
David N on Jun 3, 2020
Cause i need it
Daniel P on May 13, 2020
I like the blue and silver colors, they remind me of fish.
Richard Z on Mar 31, 2020
I require it
Benjamin E A on Mar 26, 2020
Necessary for Bel Wit
William N on Mar 19, 2020
Experimenting
Matt L on Jan 17, 2020
Wanted a fresh batch
derek b on Nov 1, 2019
Should be good for witbier.
Annika L on Oct 23, 2019
Preferred over dry yeast
Ernie S on Aug 28, 2019
Makes a great beer!
Patrick D on Jul 23, 2019
For the witbier mini mash kit.
Billy J H on May 30, 2019
Experimenting with different Belgian yeasts for a witbier.
Andrew H on May 21, 2019
Great yeast manufacturer
William N on May 11, 2019
Wanted it
James F on May 7, 2019
To make White Rascal beer, by Avery
Sean G on Feb 25, 2019
Belgian Wit has been one of my favorite styles for a long time
David A on Oct 3, 2018
white ipa
AnnMarie S on Jul 24, 2018
recipe
Matt L on Jun 30, 2018
This is the best Belgian Witbier yeast.
andrew T piegnet on Jun 5, 2018
To brew a Belgian Wit, of course
Bill E on May 30, 2018
Wit beer for Summer time
Ken Z on May 17, 2018
Yeast for Belgian Wit comparison
Jeff R on Feb 15, 2018
It's the best Wit yeast
Steve on Feb 6, 2018
Making a Vanilla Coconut Pineapple Sour
Steven D S on Apr 4, 2022
Great yeast for next batch
Brad S on Jun 4, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5
Favorite wit beer yeast by far. Been brewing 10 years. It's my go to
October 16, 2022
Purchased
 1 year ago
Rated 5 out of 5
WY3944 Belgian Wit Yeast
Finished at 1.012 or spot on. MoreBeer insulated the yeast pack well. No off flavors detected and one of my better beers to date (Blue Moon clone).
July 12, 2022
Purchased
 over 2 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Belgian Wit
Made a Belgian Witbier. Turned out to be a session at 3.7%, but the flavor from the yeast is spot on. Will be brewing with it again ASAP. Going for a bigger Belgian Wit next time - 5.2%ish
September 22, 2020
Purchased
 over 6 years ago
Rated 4 out of 5
hot weather brewing
Good flavor. Made beer at 70-80 F
Packaging is weird and not easy to use but its good yeast.
August 1, 2020
Purchased
 over 4 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Great yeast, never had any problems
May 11, 2020
Purchased
 over 4 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Perfect yeast for my Derek’s Sharp Wit beer.
November 15, 2019
Purchased
 over 4 years ago
Rated 3 out of 5
Not certain what went wrong but went from a 1.050 to 1.020 ABV was 3.9.
August 21, 2018
Purchased
 over 6 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Best Belgian Wit Yeast!
I love this yeast, I brewed a Belgian Wit recently and this yeast really made the difference with the aromatics, slight spice and tang and had that authentic Belgian quality taste and aroma. This is the one to use if you are making an authentic Belgian Wit.
June 8, 2018
Purchased
 over 6 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Great for Belgian Wits
I have used this yeast a dozen times to brew a Belgian Wit. It is one of our go-to brews, everyone loves it and this yeast is the main reason why. I have tried other yeasts and (my opinion) this is superior.
May 1, 2018
Purchased
 over 6 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
long fermentation
Wow! This yeast took a 1056 down to a 1008. It started very quick and went for a full three weeks in the primary. The beer is awesome after bottle conditioning. Probably the best Wit yeast I've used. Just gonna have to give it time.
December 7, 2014
 
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