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Gotcha! Sorry for the confusion w = Weihenstephan strain. 34/70, cellar science, German and a few others in liquid from wyeast & white...

Interesting I didn’t know this one could be done warm.

The main thing is I’m trying to avoid acetaldehyde diacetyl issues. Not a fan of popcorn or green apple beer.

Interesting. Imperial says, re Urkel, 52-58 °F / 11-14 °C Are we calling 58°F warm? Or do you mean warmer, @Miraculix? To me, @Slim M...

I will have to step it with a starter for 12 gallon batch. As far as fermentation schedule do you think I should treat it like how I...

I think it's wlp800. If so, it's a great yeast that also works fermented warm. It's one of my favourite lager yeasts.

It's up next, as soon as the fermentation chamber becomes available. I haven't used it before but I'm hopeful for a decent Czech style...

Yeah that’s what I’m planning for. Do you have any experience with this strain in particular?

I mentioned in another post I have almost been exclusively using a w-strain for my yeast, but I guess I’m getting adventurous as I will...

I ordered up some L28 Urkel today on a whim and not sure what it likes. I’ve been using dry w-strains direct pitch no starter. I usually...

If you don’t mind experimenting then grab a w strain yeast & go for it. I need to correct myself I looked back at my notes and...

lutra made beer but it wasn’t as clean for me like so many others seem to say. Maybe it was my fault.

I have no experience with lager strains above 66f, but I know some are doing this “under pressure “. This method basically has your...

What are you estimating your ambient temp will be at time of primary? That will determine your best options. Keep in mind active...

Hopefully it goes well for you. It took them a while before they ever responded to me. They will probably make it right just not quickly.