carrotmalt
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I saved the dregs from 3 Sierra Nevada Pale Ale bottles, flamed the lip, and pitched them into a sanitized flask. Last time I brewed BMs Centennial Blonde, I made an extra gallon and pressure canned it in pint size canning jars. I added about 3 ounces from one of those and have been occasionally swishing it around (when I'm off work) for 2 days. I plan on brewing 5 days from now.
Questions:
I know I can buy this strain from my homebrew shop if this experiment doesn't turn out, but this seems to up the cool factor for some reason.
Questions:
Can I step it up to 1.5 liters in that amount of time?
What increments should I use?
How do I know for sure when to step it up?
-This morning there seemed to be a decent layer on the bottom. Maybe this afternoon...?
Are there any tests I can try to ensure it's worthy of a 5.5 gallon batch (other than smell and taste)?
Should I reboil the rest of my first pint of canned wort or just add the rest (other than trub)?
-I quickly put the lid back on and put it in the fridge after pouring the initial 3ish ounces.
I know I can buy this strain from my homebrew shop if this experiment doesn't turn out, but this seems to up the cool factor for some reason.