I have my primary fermenter set up in the basement, and because of cooler 62-65 F temps down there, I've included a heater band. This brings it up to approximate room temp. I'm brewing a simple ale and heard that slightly warmer temps are preferred compared with lagers. I'm a day and a half in and its fermenting nicely.
Should I keep the heater band on, or am I better taking it off for a cooler fermentation? I'm concerned the basement is a little on the cool side.
Should I keep the heater band on, or am I better taking it off for a cooler fermentation? I'm concerned the basement is a little on the cool side.