Healthy Fermentation on Spoiled Cider?

[sreichenberger]

Hello all, I just started fermenting about 35 liters of Cider yesterday, and bubbling started almost immediately. The carboy is still going and the airlock is showing consistent and active bubbling activity. However, there is an odd smell (smells a little like milk?) coming from the carboy. Is this particular smell a possible sign that my Cider is spoiled? Attaching an image below.

 

[sreichenberger]

Fermentation seems to be still going strong, and the smell of milk has subsided. I think this should be ok!

 

[Redeemer]

Fermentation seems to be still going strong, and the smell of milk has subsided. I think this should be ok!

The picture looks great! WHat kind of yeast did you use? The milky aroma is likely just a character of the yeast. Keep us posted.

 

[sreichenberger]

The picture looks great! WHat kind of yeast did you use? The milky aroma is likely just a character of the yeast. Keep us posted.

Using Safale S-04. But seems like the smell is improving each day indeed. It should be fine. Will keep you posted!

 

[cottonwoodks]

I'm not an experienced cider-maker, but yeast often smells milky.....

 

[sreichenberger]

I'm not an experienced cider-maker, but yeast often smells milky.....

True. But the smell has passed, now. I can't wait to drink this one!