Fermentis Safale S-04 Yeast – 6 x 11.5 g Packs for Fast Fermentation

Overview

Meet Fermentis Safale S-04, a widely used English ale yeast chosen by homebrewers for its reliable speed and ability to finish with a clean profile. This kit includes six 11.5 g packs, designed to simplify batch planning and ensure you have ready yeast on hand for your next brew day.

Key strengths for homebrewing

Known for its fast fermentation, S-04 can help bring beer to completion more quickly while forming a dense, compact sediment at the end of fermentation. This sediment behavior can support a bright, clear pour when you rack or bottle.

• Ideal for a wide variety of styles of American and European origin
• Settles quickly to form a compact sediment layer, aiding clarity
• A fast fermenting yeast that produces complex ales with a well-rounded character
• 6 x 11.5 g packs

Real-world use cases

Brewers often use S-04 for pale ales, bitters, and other ales with a balanced finish. Expect a clean fermentation profile that can highlight hop aroma while preserving malt backbone.

Tips for best results

• Pitch at the recommended temperature range and monitor fermentation activity
• Sanitize thoroughly and consider a small starter or rehydration for consistency

What you can expect in your beer

Users describe a beer with a well-rounded character and a clean finish. The sediment forms a firm bed, making transfers easier and pours clearer, especially in bottles or carboys.