BrewOnBoard
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I quite like the idea of reusing a yeast cake in the primary. Not only can I be lazy but I can be cheap as well!! Seems like a great way to save a few bucks, skip a little cleaning and sanitation, and ensure that you've got healthy yeast for batch #2.
Is it as simple as racking beer #1 off the trub in the primary, then adding beer #2 at the correct temp to the primary? Does the yeast cake have to be used immediately or can it be stored without harm for a time?
Any specific techniques or pitfalls that I should be aware of?
How does it affect the taste of beer #2 (if at all).
Thanks!
BrewOnBoard
Is it as simple as racking beer #1 off the trub in the primary, then adding beer #2 at the correct temp to the primary? Does the yeast cake have to be used immediately or can it be stored without harm for a time?
Any specific techniques or pitfalls that I should be aware of?
How does it affect the taste of beer #2 (if at all).
Thanks!
BrewOnBoard