COLObrewer
Well-Known Member
I think so, similar to this method for sourdough starter: http://yumarama.com/blog/2624/drying-your-starter/#more-2624
Would it be more stable than any of the liquid storage methods? I believe it would if drying is successfull, it may be simpler too.
The problem would be isolating it during the drying process from other unwanted strains of yeast/bacterium as you know they are everywhere.
My simple procedure would be:
1. Streak or "paint" a sample of the desired liquid yeast onto the inside of a sanitized ziplock baggie.
2. Close the zip almost completely while squeezing out the air leaving a very slight opening for moisture to escape.
3. Place it in an enclosed slightly heated (below 80F) area, maybe a small oven with a pilot light or light bulb, etc.
4. Wait for the sample to dry out, then simply close the baggie completely and store it in the fridge.
To revive it simply hydrate it like any other dry yeast then make a starter.
Let the bubble bursting commence
Would it be more stable than any of the liquid storage methods? I believe it would if drying is successfull, it may be simpler too.
The problem would be isolating it during the drying process from other unwanted strains of yeast/bacterium as you know they are everywhere.
My simple procedure would be:
1. Streak or "paint" a sample of the desired liquid yeast onto the inside of a sanitized ziplock baggie.
2. Close the zip almost completely while squeezing out the air leaving a very slight opening for moisture to escape.
3. Place it in an enclosed slightly heated (below 80F) area, maybe a small oven with a pilot light or light bulb, etc.
4. Wait for the sample to dry out, then simply close the baggie completely and store it in the fridge.
To revive it simply hydrate it like any other dry yeast then make a starter.
Let the bubble bursting commence