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Is my starter infected?

Discussion in 'Fermentation & Yeast' started by djrosso, Jan 28, 2018.

 

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    djrosso

    Member

    Posted Jan 28, 2018
    I made starter of Saison Farmahouse INIS291 and after some 20 hrs i am seeing 2 to 5 of these floaties. Some sink if the starter is slightly moved. Is this a contamination? I am thinking its just part of the yeast cake from the original container. Love to hear some thoughts.
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    Calder

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Jan 28, 2018
    I can't see what you are talking about. I see nothing wrong.
     
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    brewing_clown

    Supporting Member  

    Posted Jan 28, 2018
    It may just be the yeast starting to flocculate. I don't know anything about the strain you mention, but 18 hours is about the time I see yeast starting to flocculate in most of the strains I use. I doubt it's anything to worry about unless you are smelling any sourness from the starter?
     
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