Hey all. So i finally realized the economies of making large yeast starters and saving some.
I did a 5 gallon batch of a basic pilsner. I added what is probably about a 2 to 3L starter size of wlp800.
I picthed at 47, then let it rise to 54 where i am holding it. This is only my second lager, and first with a starter yeast.
I read to expect 3 to 4 days to see activity, but this thing is already producing bubbles in the blow off bucket.
Did i pitch too much? Should i still run the lager time of 3-5 weeks? Will i need to adjust temps or time for dilactly rest or just follow normal schedule?
Thanks all!
I did a 5 gallon batch of a basic pilsner. I added what is probably about a 2 to 3L starter size of wlp800.
I picthed at 47, then let it rise to 54 where i am holding it. This is only my second lager, and first with a starter yeast.
I read to expect 3 to 4 days to see activity, but this thing is already producing bubbles in the blow off bucket.
Did i pitch too much? Should i still run the lager time of 3-5 weeks? Will i need to adjust temps or time for dilactly rest or just follow normal schedule?
Thanks all!