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Our methods produce metabolically strong yeast, vigorously healthy fermentation and overall optimized performance by design. Lab Director and co-owner Dr. Lance Shaner earned his PhD in microbiology/molecular genetics. The focus of his years of study included extensive independent research in S. He brings this expertise -- in addition to 18 years as a home brewer -- to Omega Yeast's lab methodolog
11/25/2025
Quick shoutout to French Saison+, an Engineered take on the classic strain. We brought it to Perennial on Lockwood to create Massive Appreesh, a refreshing spelt saison without diastaticus. Link in comments for the full recipe and rundown on fret-free draft pours.
07/30/2025
Our R&D team’s discovery of the HZY1 gene, which is responsible for yeast-derived haze in beer, has just earned the 2024 Eric Kneen Memorial Award from the Journal of the American Society of Brewing Chemists. This esteemed honor is awarded to the best paper of the year.
This research provides unprecedented insight into haze production. Whether your goal is enhancing clarity or stabilizing your hazy IPAs, you can hone in your recipes to perfect your haze game.
Head over to Top Crop to read more about the HZY1 discovery, or if you want to dive deep into the award-winning paper, it is currently open access (no membership needed). Links in comments.
Congrats to our teammates!
05/14/2025
Saison without diastaticus? Our newest PLUS strain, French Saison+ (OYL-438), provides a path to the classic style with control of attenuation and the risk of diastatic cross-contamination.
Now available to order for US Probrewers.
05/13/2025
Introducing Tartango, a citrusy Kveik strain capable of producing lactic acid on its own. Streamline your approach to tart summer sippers.
Now available to order for US Probrewers.
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