Can I top crop too much yeast?

[moce]

I'd like to try this technique but I wonder if I can crop too much. Since we are paying much attention at pitching rates, I don't know if it's a good idea to remove part of the yeast.

Maybe pitch a little bit more if you plan to top crop later?

 

[broadbill]

I wouldn't worry; at the time you should be skimming, there is plenty of yeast to get the job done. You will run out of container before you run out of yeast.

 

[moce]

Thanks

 

[WoodlandBrew]

Agreed. Cell density in the beer at this point is typically five times a typical pitch rate. My book and blog have graphs of this.

http://www.woodlandbrew.com/2014/05/fermentation-model.html

 

[moce]

Wow, amazing blog. I'll read it completely for sure. Thanks.

 

[WoodlandBrew]

Wow, amazing blog. I'll read it completely for sure. Thanks.

Thanks! My book has the best of the blog plus some additional information.

 

[moce]

Yeah I'm also considering to buy it