Yeast for Imperial Stout

Hi,

I am brewing 2.5 gallon batch of an imperial stout which, according to the recipe, should yield an ABV of around 10% (though, with my efficiency, I'd be happy with 8% or so).

The original recipe, adapted from a Brooklyn Brew Shop recipe, calls for Safbrew T-58. However, after reading more about some of the potential fruity esters often associated with this yeast, I am considering using Safale US-05. Does this sound appropriate?

Also, it was recommended by a LHB associate that I pitch two packets for the 2.5 gallons in order to ensure fermentation, especially since it will be stored at approximately 60-65 degrees. Does this sound excessive, or about right considering the potentialy low fermentation temperature? Wish I could move it out of the basement, but floor space upstairs is scarce.

I posted this on another site, so apologies if you've seen this pop up elsewhere.

Thanks for any and all help.

 

Thanks for the feedback, ditch and BumpkinBrewer!

 

I decided to go with the US-05. The boil went smoothly, though I did end up with a slightly lower OG than I had hoped (around 1.062; I was shooting for 1.074). All in all, still a fine evening. Thanks for everyone's input. I'm now rewarding myself with a Lost Abbey Deliverance.