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BSY-L005

Pilsen

Czech Lager

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Pilsen is a versatile, clean-fermenting lager strain from the Augustiner tradition that combines excellent flocculation with low sulfur and low diacetyl production. It produces a smooth, malt-forward character with subtle complexity, making it ideal for pilsners, helles, bocks, and virtually any lager style. At proper lager temperatures (8-14C) it delivers an exceptionally clean profile that lets malt and hops speak. Good flocculation and rapid maturation allow for shorter lagering times compared to many traditional strains.

Similar to

WY2352 Munich Lager II / IMP L17 Harvest / BSI Augustiner

Distilling use

Pilsen can also be used for Blend component, vodka, gin base. For spirit production, confirm the wash, temperature plan, and nutrient approach before ordering.

Wash attenuation
73-77%
Distilling temperature
12-14C (cold) or 20-22C (warm)
Alcohol tolerance
9%
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STA1 Negative

Tests negative for STA1 (diastaticus). No elevated risk of super-attenuation or package refermentation.

Specifications

Parameter Value
Attenuation 73-77%
Flocculation Medium
Temperature range 8-14°C
Alcohol tolerance 9%
STA1 status Negative
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Beer Styles

Czech Pilsner Bohemian Pilsner Czech Pale Lager Czech Dark Lager Czech Amber Lager Helles Vienna Lager Dortmunder Export German Pilsner International Lager NZ Pilsner trending Italian Pilsner trending West Coast Pilsner trending

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