A AtlasMaxx Active Member Joined Apr 18, 2015 Messages 43 Reaction score 9 Location kansas city Apr 19, 2015 #1 I am fermenting my Belgian Wit at 72 degrees. Is that to high? I thought i should bring it down to 68. What is everyones thoughts.
I am fermenting my Belgian Wit at 72 degrees. Is that to high? I thought i should bring it down to 68. What is everyones thoughts.
flars Well-Known Member Joined May 21, 2011 Messages 8,625 Reaction score 2,058 Location Medford, Wisconsin Apr 19, 2015 #2 Fermentation temperature will depend upon the yeast being used. What is your yeast?
OP OP A AtlasMaxx Active Member Joined Apr 18, 2015 Messages 43 Reaction score 9 Location kansas city Apr 19, 2015 #3 Wyeast 3944
flars Well-Known Member Joined May 21, 2011 Messages 8,625 Reaction score 2,058 Location Medford, Wisconsin Apr 19, 2015 #4 The yeasts optimum range is 62°-75°F. I would keep the fermentation below 65° if you want a light spicy flavors to your beer. Higher temps will more likely give your wit fruity flavors.
The yeasts optimum range is 62°-75°F. I would keep the fermentation below 65° if you want a light spicy flavors to your beer. Higher temps will more likely give your wit fruity flavors.
OP OP A AtlasMaxx Active Member Joined Apr 18, 2015 Messages 43 Reaction score 9 Location kansas city Apr 19, 2015 #5 Thanks