Yeast starter

[abrew2u]

If I start with 1 billion cells how many times do I have to step it up to get to 5 billion cells


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[NTexBrewer]

Try the yeast calculator from Brewer's Friend

http://www.brewersfriend.com/yeast-pitch-rate-and-starter-calculator/

The calculator can do up to 3 step ups.

 

[Heavywalker]

Yep, just use a calculator. The answer is that it depends. Size of starter, and what equipment/method you use for your starter. For example a stir plate will yield more yeast than just shaking the starter.