Description
Norwegian family of strains of brewing yeast
Technical
Kveik is a collective term for a family of strains of brewing yeast that has been used in Norwegian farmhouse brewing for generations.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
fruitycitrusfloralspicyearthy
Wine Analogy
Similar to certain Belgian ale yeasts producing fruity esters
Coffee Analogy
Like naturally processed Ethiopian coffees with berry-like fermentation notes
Perfume Analogy
Reminiscent of fruity floral perfumes with pear and apple top notes
Culinary Applications
Norwegian Farmhouse AleNorwayPrimary fermentation agent for traditional Norwegian farmhouse beers
SahtiFinlandUsed in conjunction with juniper branches for this traditional Finnish beer
Holiday Spiced AlesScandinaviaImparts distinctive fruity character to seasonal spiced beers
Dietary
VeganVegetarianHalalKosheryeast