After eight weeks in secondary, I am about to bottle my Belgian Tripel. However, after moving the carboy, I noticed that there was layering present. The top 2 gallons were slightly darker than the bottom three. I had seen this before, but only early in primary. I'm aware that it is a part of the clearing process and the darker layer on top only appears darker due to the lack of yeast(which reflect light). I wouldn't have been surprised to see this even early in secondary, but after eight weeks?!?
My question is, should I continue with my plans to bottle or wait until the layering hits the bottom of the carboy? As best as I can guess, the worst thing that could happen going ahead with bottling is my Tripel might not be as clear as possible. I would also be confident that there is enough yeast in suspension to carbonate. However, I am willing to be patient if it will make my final product the best it can be.
What are your thoughts everyone? Bottling day rests in your capable hands.
My question is, should I continue with my plans to bottle or wait until the layering hits the bottom of the carboy? As best as I can guess, the worst thing that could happen going ahead with bottling is my Tripel might not be as clear as possible. I would also be confident that there is enough yeast in suspension to carbonate. However, I am willing to be patient if it will make my final product the best it can be.
What are your thoughts everyone? Bottling day rests in your capable hands.
