First cider, fermentation not starting?

[TechMiller]

So, I've made several batches of beer without issues,but I may be having a problem with my cider.

My concern is two fold, I pressed fresh apples, used 1 tablet per gallon campden for 24 hours with only a brew bag covering the bucket.

I took the Wyeast Cider smack pack out, broke the nutrient shook, and waited for over 3 hours and the pouch hadn't swollen at all. It was a new pack, only from June of this year.

I finally added yeast nutrient to the cider and pitched it anyway, well it's almost been 24 hours and I don't see any signs of fermentation.

Do you think I should try to get some more yeast or let it go for awhile longer?

Thanks!

 

[RPh_Guy]

I would aerate thoroughly and pitch more yeast. It's at high risk for mold without active fermentation.

Next time, make sure the yeast is active