Smacked a Wyeast smack pack and left it on the counter for 4 hours...did not use!

[Upthewazzu]

Just wondering if my smack pack is still ok or the yeaties are toast. Like the title says, I smacked the smack pack and left it on the counter for 4+ hours last night thinking I would get around to making a starter. Turns out I didn't have any DME. So back in the fridge it went overnight and here I am. Brew day is Sunday, FWIW. I can buy another package from the LHBS, but would prefer to save the $10 if possible.

 

[Brewsncrabs]

Happens all the time. Brew away.

 

[Yooper]

It's fine. The smack part only has a few nutrients, meant to show viability. Not a problem putting it back in the fridge and using it another time.

 

[balrog]

I think it's perfectly fine.

 

[Upthewazzu]

Thanks, everyone!

 

[OG-wan Kenobi]

Your good, but now you have a great excuse if it's a mediocre batch you cant lose