Oktoberfest

[ScottyB-Brewing]

So I decided to do the Baltic Porter first and then the Oktoberfest when the Porter is done so once again I am seeking the advice of you wise people.

Which yeast should I use to brew an Oktoberfest?

I'm thinking one of the following:

WLP830 GERMAN LAGER YEAST
WLP820 Oktoberfest/Märzen Lager Yeast
or
Wyeast 2124 Bohemian Lager yeast

I've never done a lager so I'm kinda lost folks, can ya help me decide and junk?

[breslinp]

WLP833 is the easiest of the German lager yeasts I have used. It's almost a no miss and is fine for an Oktoberfest.

I prefer WLP820 over the 830. Keep in mind WLP820 lags and is slow so it might drive you insane with lack of activity since this is your first lager.

[ScottyB-Brewing]

Thanks chief! I appreciate it!

[dmtaylor]

Don't use WLP820. It is a shit yeast that should not be sold. You have been warned.

[BDawg]

I like the 833 too.

[ScottyB-Brewing]

Don't use WLP820. It is a shit yeast that should not be sold. You have been warned.

I will steer clear from it, thanks chief, I had no idea

[brewinhard]

Agreed as well with the 820. Very slow starter and doesn't always fully attenuate properly. WTF?
For ease of use, the WY 2124 strain is great, clean, and quite versatile.

[Klickitat Jim]

Off topic, slightly

Bought a six of Widmer's Okto. Admittedly falling for tge holloween candy in august thing, but

Um, can you say Meh? BMC with color.