BRY- 97 yeast

[ryno1981]

I pitched this into a batch of black IPA that I brewed yesterday afternoon and there is little to no airlock activity. Does this strain take a little longer to get going? My last few batches I've used Nottingham and within 8 to12 hours its chugging vigorously.

 

[ballsy]

I double pitched this into Arrogant Bastard clone few weeks back, I did rehydrate it per instruction (pitched into 90degree water and let sit for >15min's) and got VERY rigorous activity w/in 24hrs (was glad I did a blow off tube with this one!). Not sure if you dry pitched onto the wort or not, but I hear it can delay the activity for 24-48hrs. Might also make sure you have a tight seal on the lid?

 

[ryno1981]

I did rehydrate it. Lid is on tight as well. Just gonna wait it out for a day or so and see what happens. Thanks for the reply

 

[ryno1981]

It took about 48 hours but the air lock is bubbling like mad now. Big relief!

 

[ballsy]

Nice....which Black IPA? I just purchased Alien Dog Imperial Stout (AHBS) and just got the Nottingham with it (will be double pitching again). Prob brew it in couple weeks.

 

[ryno1981]

Brewers Best India Black Ale. I've had a lot of luck with the past few and plan to do a couple more before trying all grain. Good luck with your stout!

 

[eulipion2]

There's a huge thread about BRY-97 HERE, and yes, it seems like it's known for having fairly long lag times, anywhere from 24-72 hours.