{"product_id":"safale-be-256","title":"SafAle BE-256 (Belgian Abbey)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbbey Ale Tradition • Fruity-Spicy Belgian Character • Built for Strong Ales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSafAle BE-256 is a Belgian abbey strain prized for fast, vigorous fermentation and the refined fruity-spicy character of classic Trappist-inspired ales. It thrives in big, strong worts where other yeasts falter, making dubbels, tripels, and golden strong ales genuinely approachable for homebrewers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 84% attenuation and high flocculation, BE-256 ferments powerful beers surprisingly dry — essential for keeping strong Belgians drinkable — and then clears well for a polished presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant Belgian fruity esters — pear, apple, and stone fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle peppery spice in the abbey tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle honeyed malt impression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry finish that hides alcohol gracefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefined, balanced character even at high gravity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFermented at moderate temperatures, BE-256 stays poised and softly fruity; allowed to rise toward the warm end, its ester and spice profile blooms into expressive abbey character suited to the biggest styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSafAle BE-256 is a staple ingredient in many Belgian abbey styles, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian Dubbel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian Tripel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian Golden Strong Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian Dark Strong Ale \/ Quad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian Blond Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian Pale Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is also a strong performer in any high-gravity specialty beer that needs reliable, characterful attenuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsage Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePitch one 11.5 g sachet into 5 gallons of standard-gravity wort — use two sachets above roughly 1.080 — fermenting at 59–68°F. Start cool to keep esters refined, then let the beer free-rise late in fermentation to ensure full attenuation in strong worts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair BE-256 with Belgian candi sugar in tripels and golden strongs: the simple sugar lightens the body while the yeast supplies all the personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttenuation: 84%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlocculation: High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermentation Temperature: 59–68°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: 11.5 g dry sachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeer Styles: Dubbels, tripels, Belgian golden and dark strong ales, blonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're crafting a rich dubbel, a luminous tripel, or a deceptively strong golden ale, SafAle BE-256 delivers the fruity-spicy abbey character and high-gravity confidence of the Belgian brewing tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clawhammer Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45930666098886,"sku":null,"price":9.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/6682\/files\/safale-be-256.png?v=1781147896","url":"https:\/\/www.clawhammersupply.com\/products\/safale-be-256","provider":"Clawhammer Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}