I am in a similar situation. Brewing an IPA. started at 1.05 now at 1.022. Fermenting ceased after 48 hours. Will my gravity continue going down or is it done? This is a kit and recommended final gravity is 1.012. Should I bottle, add yeast, or add sugar or just wait another week to bottle...
I guess I had better not push on the lid then. My wort was just under 90 when I pitched so the yeast was safe in that regard(not too hot). It is hard to know if I can trust the bucket thermometer tape. I took a thermometer reading a few inches below the surface before adding the yeast. I really...
Projected FG is 1.010. I am at 1.018 today. Progress! I appreciate hearing from you to help me feel confident it is going well. This is my second time. My first batch was last fall and the end result was fantastic. I need to be out of town for the next 4 days so will not be able to bottle until...
Brewing a pale ale. I pitched a week ago. It is cool in my home. Bucket stays at 66-68. After several hours of pitching there was activity in the airlock. No noticeable activity since. A light touch to the top of the fermenting bucket releases some bubbles into the airlock. I assume if my...