Fermenting lager at 6c (42.8f)?????

[Stellarstar]

Hello I have turned my fridge up but best I can get is 6c' , am using Bavarian lager yeast 2206. Recommended 8-14 (46-58), if I make a started will this still work at this temp??

 

[Stellarstar]

??

 

[RiverCityBrewer]

Yes it should work, just keep in mind that fermentation is going to take a bit longer than it would around 50.

Edit: and yes, make a huge starter to kick it off.

 

[Yooper]

Maybe. I haven't had any luck fermenting lagers below about 46, even with a huge starter.