hoffmeister
Well-Known Member
Hey all--I brewed a west coast IPA (partial mash, OG of 1.065) six days ago, and my airlock is still bubbling intermittently (about every 8 seconds). I used the full package of yeast and pitched into 3 gallons, so there shouldn't be any issues with under-pitching, I followed all of my usual cleaning/sanitation procedures, and it's been kept in a steady 68-70* temperature space, but fermentation never really "took off." Usually after 3-4 days primary is complete and I let the beer rest for another 3-4 before transferring to secondary, but I'm not used to such a slow, sluggish fermentation for a normal strength beer. I've used Omega yeast for other beers, but this is my first time using this particular strain. Is this common? I've been home brewing for quite a while, but this is a new one for me. Any thoughts or input would be greatly appreciated!