Yeast not starting

SSD · 02-01-2012, 01:33 PM

I made a batch of mead yesterday, maybe I'm being a bit impatient, but im concerned my yeast is not starting. I even added yeast nutrient. What can I do if it does not start.

Bhunter87 · 02-01-2012, 01:36 PM

Wait a few days. If it doesn't start in 3 more, then worry. What temp did you pitch at?

SSD · 02-01-2012, 01:54 PM

72 degrees. instructions said 70-75. Is there anything I can do if it does not start.

Bhunter87 · 02-01-2012, 01:58 PM

Worry about that in a week.

You're fine, give it time. It will be in there for 4 months anyways. No need to worry about it unless you have to. Put it in a dark closet, wrap in a towel, and walk away.

SSD · 02-01-2012, 04:02 PM

I noticed the airlock is now going off every couple of minutes, is that a good sign. I'm just used to beer and usually by next day airlock is going crazy.

GinKings · 02-01-2012, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSD

I'm being a bit impatient.

I couldn't have said it better.

Mead is not beer. The timeline is much longer. Relax.