blending yeasts - Fermentis S-04 with US-05

[Brew Chef]

We were wondering about any benefits or negative reactions to blending two dry yeasts in hope to get the best of both worlds. S-04 for it's great flocculating properties and fast fermentation blended with US-05 for the low diacetyl trait. I'm not sure if the theory would work. Perhaps whichever yeast takes off the fastest dictates how the beer will finish. This is for a brewpub system that will be pitching fresh (dry) yeast often.

[liammckenna]

Never had any diacetyl problem with S04.

One strain will dominate over the other upon repeated re-pitch.

There are other posts on this.

Good luck.

Pax.

Liam