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Pumpkin Ale advice

Discussion in 'Extract Brewing' started by BMacD, Oct 1, 2013.

 

  1. #1
    BMacD

    Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2013
    Hey guys.
    I just purchased "The Brewhouse Pumpkin Ale"
    http://www.rjscraftwinemaking.com/product/Pumpkin-Ale?pageID=75874baf-db19-599f-4eab-388fa78e78f4&sortBy=ProductTitle&maxRows=10&

    I need some advice on the yeast to use. The kit comes with a 15g Coopers yeast. I also have a pack of Safale S-04, Safbrew S-33, and a washed mason jar of Safale US-05. This is info regarding the kit

    Bitterness: 22 IBU
    Malts: Pale Malt, Carastan malt
    OG: 1.046 -1.047
    Hops: Northern Brewer and East Kent Goldings
    Colour: Straw, golden
    Serve: 7˚C / 45˚F

    I'd debating between the S-04 or US-05.

    Also, if I was to used the washed US-05, could I mix up the brewhouse kit and use 500ml to 1L of that to create a starter for a 24 hour period to get the yeast active again (about 2 months washed) and pitch without harming the wort?

    Thanks in advance!
     
  2. #2
    prandlesc

    Well-Known Member  

    Posted Oct 1, 2013
    Here's an idea, split the batch after the boil and use 04 in one and 05 in the other. You'll get a chance to taste the difference between the yeasts. Either will work well.
     
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