baystatebrew
Well-Known Member
Hey guys-
My first batch has been fermenting for 4 days and it appears to have slowed way down. I am counting up to a minute with no bubbles. I've been watching it like it's my baby...right next to my bed in case it wakes up in the middle of the night. The bubbles were fast and furious at first, though initially I was worried I didn't let the wort cool enough and the yeast might not start eating, but it did. The past few days I've kept the temp steady between 59-63 and the fermentation progressed, with the bubbles slowing gradually.
So, it's an American Wheat beer that appears to be nearing the end of fermentation. This seems early and I definitely plan to keep it going at least a week and most likely 2 based on the advice I get in here. But seeing no bubbles at this point makes me want to double check with the pros in here.
Should I be worried? Would it be a good idea to leave it alone, or perhaps think about getting more yeast? Warmer temps?
I'll probably just leave it alone. Do no harm above all else, I guess.
My first batch has been fermenting for 4 days and it appears to have slowed way down. I am counting up to a minute with no bubbles. I've been watching it like it's my baby...right next to my bed in case it wakes up in the middle of the night. The bubbles were fast and furious at first, though initially I was worried I didn't let the wort cool enough and the yeast might not start eating, but it did. The past few days I've kept the temp steady between 59-63 and the fermentation progressed, with the bubbles slowing gradually.
So, it's an American Wheat beer that appears to be nearing the end of fermentation. This seems early and I definitely plan to keep it going at least a week and most likely 2 based on the advice I get in here. But seeing no bubbles at this point makes me want to double check with the pros in here.
Should I be worried? Would it be a good idea to leave it alone, or perhaps think about getting more yeast? Warmer temps?
I'll probably just leave it alone. Do no harm above all else, I guess.