I brewed a Belgian strong ale on July 7 and had an OG of 1.090. I had some issues with my yeast starter and wasn't able to pitch until the following day, July 8. I also fear that I under pitched due to my issues. I did not aerate the wort at the time of pitching. My bad. I had a very active fermentation for the first 4-5 days then things slowed down. Fermentation has been a constant 66F. I have taken a few samples and here are the results:
July 8 - 1.090 OG
July 11 - 1.064
July 14 - 1.058
July 18 - 1.052
Looking for a FG of 1.018
Now, the fermentation has been slow and I'm looking for some advise. Is a slow fermentation like I am experiencing normal? Is there anything I should do, other than wait it out? Perhaps aerate now? Pitch more yeast?
Cheers!
July 8 - 1.090 OG
July 11 - 1.064
July 14 - 1.058
July 18 - 1.052
Looking for a FG of 1.018
Now, the fermentation has been slow and I'm looking for some advise. Is a slow fermentation like I am experiencing normal? Is there anything I should do, other than wait it out? Perhaps aerate now? Pitch more yeast?
Cheers!