Hi All, Im currently brewing an IPA. I have a smack pack wyeast 1056 that i always use for my ales. However, I also have a belgain saison 3724 yeast thats been in my fridge. I understand that each yeast has its specific fermentation temp (with the saison being higher). My question for you all, is should i throw in the saison yeast with the american ale? I think this could add a cool flavor and make this beer more of a belgian IPA. Let me know your thoughts!
If you want to experiment, just use the 3724. I have done hoppy saisons with that yeast and have been very happy. I would not combine the two yeasts given preferred temperature differences. You probably need a starter no matter which yeast you use.
Blending yeasts can produce good results. In this case, you picked two that aren't complimentary. 1056 - neutral flavor, does not like temps higher than 68F 3724 - plenty of flavor, prone to stalling, likes temps higher than 68F, may take 6 weeks to finish and may benefit from 80F+ towards the end of fermentation. 1056 adds nothing to this blend except for reliable and clean fermentation down to 1.010. It will reduce some of the esters and phenols that 3724 would produce if fermented solo. Blending the two could make a good beer. I'd expect it to be like a Saison with less Belgian character and a low FG. Maybe that's what you want?
Combining 3724 with 1056 would be the equivalent of Hillary and The Donald on the same ballot for Prez/VP.
Well... only if you can accept the risk of failure. If a total failure will not cause you excessive pain then go for it - you might end up with total success instead!
