I'm going to make a starter for my next brew which will most likely be a lager. I've never made a starter before but have been told that it makes a huge difference in taste. I was going to buy this kit from Northern Brewer:
http://www.northernbrewer.com/brewing/1000-ml-yeast-starter-kit.htm
A couple of people told me that a 1L flask is pretty much useless. Do I even need a kit for making a starter? I'd appreciate any help with this process. What do I need to make a starter, and what is the procedure? Also, should I continue to use the Wyeast Activator packs when making a starter? If so, should I even smack it ahead of time, or don't worry about the nutrient pack inside. Thanks in advance for everybody's help!
http://www.northernbrewer.com/brewing/1000-ml-yeast-starter-kit.htm
A couple of people told me that a 1L flask is pretty much useless. Do I even need a kit for making a starter? I'd appreciate any help with this process. What do I need to make a starter, and what is the procedure? Also, should I continue to use the Wyeast Activator packs when making a starter? If so, should I even smack it ahead of time, or don't worry about the nutrient pack inside. Thanks in advance for everybody's help!