skidaddytn
Well-Known Member
For all those who proof their dry yeast before pitching, I have a question.... If there are no signs of life, do you pitch it anyway or immediately call the yeast bad and buy a new pack? I've done proofing 4-5 times now and always seen some form of activity (foam at the best, and small surface bubbling at the least)
My last packet failed to show any activity... it was no where near expiration date and I'm sure I did it right... I pitched it anyway and after 32 hours, I am seeing no activity in the wort... :-( I've never opened the carboy, but after 24 hours I swirled it vigorously by the neck to stir it up... after 48 hours I am planning on pitching a new yeast I guess.... The surface of the wort in my carboy looks smooth enough to see a reflection...
My last packet failed to show any activity... it was no where near expiration date and I'm sure I did it right... I pitched it anyway and after 32 hours, I am seeing no activity in the wort... :-( I've never opened the carboy, but after 24 hours I swirled it vigorously by the neck to stir it up... after 48 hours I am planning on pitching a new yeast I guess.... The surface of the wort in my carboy looks smooth enough to see a reflection...