SafLager S-189 (Pilsner Lager)

Swiss Precision • Crisp Mineral Finish • Built for Hoppy Pilsners

SafLager S-189 is the renowned Hürlimann strain from Switzerland, prized for an exceptionally clean, crisp fermentation with a refined, almost mineral dryness. It produces elegant lagers with a sharp, refreshing edge — the strain of choice for brewers who want their pilsners cut like glass.

With 82% attenuation and high flocculation, S-189 ferments thoroughly to a snappy dry finish and clears beautifully, producing polished, professional-looking lager.

Flavor & Aroma Profile

• Very clean, neutral lager fermentation
• Crisp, dry, distinctly mineral finish
• Sharp definition that flatters hop bitterness
• Delicate floral undertone
• Elegant, refined overall impression

Fermented cold, S-189 is precise and austere in the best way; the dry, mineral edge it leaves makes hop character ring clear, which is why it has become a favorite for hoppy modern lagers as well as classic pilsners.

Brewing Applications

SafLager S-189 is a staple ingredient in many crisp lager styles, including:

• German Pilsner
• Czech-Style Pilsner
• Italian Pilsner
• Hoppy / Dry-Hopped Lager
• Helles
• Kellerbier

It is also an excellent base for India Pale Lagers, where its dry finish keeps big hop additions taut and refreshing.

Usage Recommendations

Pitch two 11.5 g sachets into 5 gallons of lager-strength wort, fermenting at 53–59°F. Cold fermentation delivers maximum crispness and mineral character; the warm end of the range trades a little precision for speed.

For an Italian-style pilsner, ferment cold and add a restrained noble dry hop after fermentation — S-189's clean, dry canvas was practically made for it.

Specifications

• Attenuation: 82%
• Flocculation: High
• Fermentation Temperature: 53–59°F
• Format: 11.5 g dry sachet
• Beer Styles: German, Czech, and Italian pilsners, hoppy lagers, helles, kellerbier

Whether you're crafting a razor-crisp German pils, a dry-hopped Italian pilsner, or a modern hoppy lager, SafLager S-189 provides the clean, mineral-edged precision that elevates simple recipes into elegant beer.