Wilko Stout Kit - Yeast?

[CJR]

Hey everybody,

Popped to Wilkinsons today and picked up a stout kit (LHBS was closed and I really need beer so no AG tonight). I'm going to chuck in 1-2kg Spraymalt (Extra-dark I believe) that I have hanging around and possibly add some malt (Chocolate & Crystal) I have still. I was just wondering if anybody knew who made the kits and what yeast they're supplied with? I have a nice jar of yeast from work and I'm wondering what to use.

Also, considering my ideas, do these kits lend themselves well to modification?

Cheers for any replies,

CJR

[mattwilson]

Never had any issues modifying the recipes, always play about with the sugars. I've used this kit once with 500ml malt extract and 500ml black treacle...came out lovely. Must admit I usually use Coopers stout kit as its only a couple of quid more, and I'm a sucker for the branded shiny labels.

Not sure about the yeast supplied.

Good luck with it!

[Mattpc]

The yeast on the cheap light pilsner wilko kit I had was terrible. Might be worth using a better one. For future ref I think the coopers stout kit is very pleasant for the money and I've enjoyed a couple over the last few months.

[CJR]

Went with a jar of yeast skimmed off the top of a brew at work. Have the packet that was supplied somewhere around here. Fermented out within the week and a lovely clean brew. Used 2kg DME and steeped the malt I had left over.