I did rehydrate and aerate (I use an aquarium pump with a filter and stone) I could aerate longer I suppose (may have been about 20 mins with this batch, not exactly sure). I did tape the paper towel over the probe directly on the carboy roughly halfway up the carboy. (Any suggestions on...
So I've just recently made the upgrade to a chest freezer to ferment in and an inkbird temp controller to manage temps (prob taped beneath folded paper towel for insulation). I just cracked open my latest IPA using said ferm chamber and I get a sweet fruity nose and taste in the beer. I had the...
Looking to acquire a Blichmen style burner, stir plate and a pump. Live in Michigan so local is preferred but I'm willing to pay for shipping if need be
I didn't plan to add all of it as that's what I figured too. Was gonna pitch half or so, maybe less and store the rest for my next batch. Also I believe it was harvested Monday
Hey everyone I'm going to be receiving a large mason jar of yeast slurry from a local craft brewery. My main question is should I make a starter for this or is it even necessary to? I've collected my own slurry from previous batches and just pitched it without a starter and with some rehydrated...