This wild cousin of Saccharomyces cerevisiae was isolated from a chestnut oak tree in Bloomington, IN in 2014.

• Category: Belgian ales
• Strain/species: Lanchancea thermotolerans
• Origin: Indiana, USA
• Attenuation: 40%
• Aromas/flavors: This yeast produces a mild yeasty aroma and beers that flavors that are Belgian- and saison-like with a subtle spice. It is recommended for a mixed fermentation with a neutral, more attenuative S. cerevisiae strain.

• Sizes: Pitches for 5-gal up to 30 bbl are available.