Firstnten
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I pitched this yeast at 75F, but the wort dropped down to 43, it's now at a steady 50. Should I make a starter and pitch? again raise the temp of the wort or am I just boned?
WLP 840 American Lager Yeast question
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DrawTap88
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If it isn't active, rouse the yeast by shaking it and wait at least 3 days to take a hydrometer reading. If the gravity hasn't changed by that time, it will be worth repitching.
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Firstnten
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There was some activity this morning very slow very very slow.
DrawTap88
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As long as it's going. Lager yeast usually take a while longer to get the wort to the FG. Let it ferment at 50F (like you've already said you're doing) for two or two and a half weeks and then bring it to somewhere warmer (60-70F) for the diacetyl rest.
