So has anyone ever brewed using out of date yeast, and if so, what were the results? I have a braggot that I did yesterday, and pitched some yeast from the LHBS that was about 2 weeks past the expire date. Used 3 tubes and some Fermax nutrient, but I was wondering if anyone else has used old yeast before with success.
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babalu87
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Best bet is to make a starter so you can see how much of a yeast cake you have to work with.
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I currently have a Weizen in the primary using a vial of HW yeast dated Nov 2006.
All's well. Just make a starter a couple of extra days in advance if possible.
All's well. Just make a starter a couple of extra days in advance if possible.
I really need to get the stuff to start making starters, but, that is why I went with more tubes, well the high OG was another reason, and I figured some of the fermax couldn't hurt.
I am about to jump into the AG end of the pool, may have to get some beakers for making starters.
Also, how long will harvested yeast keep? Or is there are primer on the forums for yeast harvesting tricks?
I am about to jump into the AG end of the pool, may have to get some beakers for making starters.
Also, how long will harvested yeast keep? Or is there are primer on the forums for yeast harvesting tricks?
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Right here:
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f13/yeast-washing-illustrated-41768/
I use mine for several months to a year. When in doubt toss it out.
Learning to wash yeast allows you to buy only once a year...sometimes.
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f13/yeast-washing-illustrated-41768/
I use mine for several months to a year. When in doubt toss it out.
Learning to wash yeast allows you to buy only once a year...sometimes.
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