Craft A Brew Safale S-04 Dry Yeast – English Ale Yeast for Home Brewing (3 Pack)

Craft A Brew Safale S-04 Dry Yeast for English and American Ales

Meet Safale S-04, a dependable dry yeast designed for home brewers who pursue classic English and American ales with character. This strain brings a lively, fruity aroma and a subtle floral note that can enhance malt profiles without overpowering them. As the yeast settles, it helps the beer finish with a cleaner appearance, giving you a clear draft that showcases your recipe. The 3-pack offers consistent supply for ongoing batches, ensuring you have yeast ready when you need it.

Craft A Brew emphasizes reliability and quality in every ingredient. Safale S-04 is shelf-stable and ships fresh, so you can stock your brewing area with confidence. Its dry format makes it easy to store and portion for your next brew session, reducing the guesswork that can come with liquid yeasts. Whether you're new to home brewing or building a seasoned toolkit, this yeast helps you explore a range of English and American styles with fewer variables.

What makes Safale S-04 stand out

• Fruity and floral notes that complement malt-forward styles.
• Sediments nicely, helping beer clarify after fermentation.
• Shelf-stable and ships fresh, simplifying your planning.
• Dry yeast with no hydration or starter required.
• Flexible fermentation range supports a variety of recipes.

Ideal styles and uses

• English Browns and Milds—balanced yeast character with smooth carbonation.
• Stouts and Porters—adds depth without overwhelming roasted malt notes.
• American ales and NEIPAs—clear fermentation profile with approachable esters.
• Hard apple ciders—works well when blending with fruit-forward profiles.

How to use Safale S-04

Pitch directly into cooled wort within the recommended temperature range of 59–68 °F. No hydration or starter is required. For best results, keep fermentation steady and give the yeast time to finish before packaging. This approach can help you achieve a steady fermentation curve and a clean final beer.

What you get with the 3 Pack

Three convenient pouches provide a reliable supply for multiple brews, reducing the need to restock between batches. Each pack is designed for straightforward use in home brewing, supporting consistent results and fewer last-minute substitutions.