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A highly flocculent Norwegian ale strain (kveik) with an astoundingly wide temperature range and little change in flavor across the range. Clean enough for both American and English styles, it has a unique honey-like aroma with overripe mango. Complementary to modern, fruity hops. Temperature control is unnecessary with this strain. Non-phenolic and no noticeable fusels, even at higher temperatures.

Omega HotHead Kveik (OYL-057) is a really cool yeast — it’s very clean compared to most kveiks, but with a soft, subtle fruitiness (think mild apricot or orange). It ferments fast, even hot, but stays smooth and round, not sharp or overly estery.

Here are the best beer styles for HotHead:

Top Styles for HotHead Kveik:

1. American Pale Ale

Clean fermentation lets the hops shine, with just a hint of fruity roundness.

2. Blonde Ale

Very clean, crisp, easy-drinking — perfect for showing off HotHead's smooth finish.

3. West Coast IPA

Dry, crisp, clean base to spotlight aggressive hop bitterness and flavor.

4. Cream Ale

Smooth, almost lager-like — HotHead makes a clean, quick version of this easy-drinker.

5. Amber Ale

Subtle fruitiness pairs nicely with caramel malts without clashing.

6. American Wheat Beer

Adds a soft, fruity lift without clove or banana notes.

7. Session IPA

Fast turnaround, clean profile, slightly juicy hop accent — perfect for a crushable session beer.

⚡ Bonus Traits:

Ferments clean even up to 100°F (38°C)!

At cooler temps (~68–72°F), it’s almost lager-clean.

High attenuation (~75–80%)

Minimal off-flavors, low to no phenolics

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