OK, I am going to brew my first lager next weekend. In preperation, I need to know what to do about the yeast. I have one vial of WLP800. I won't have an opportunity to make it to my LHBS or order anything online. I need to make due with what I have...so,
I know there are varying opinions of starter temp, pitching temp, etc, but what is my easiest option with what I have on hand (1 vial). Notice I said "easiest". I'd prefer to not have to make a 3 gallon starter, but will if I have to. How long will it take to make enough yeast for a lager from 1 vial? 3 days, 5 days?
According to Mrmalty, I could use 1 vial with a 2.8L starter on a stir plate. Unfortunately, I only have a container to make a 2 L starter. Also, when making a big starter do I need to start small and gradually step it up? I have never done that, but will be happy to if necessary.
HELP!
I know there are varying opinions of starter temp, pitching temp, etc, but what is my easiest option with what I have on hand (1 vial). Notice I said "easiest". I'd prefer to not have to make a 3 gallon starter, but will if I have to. How long will it take to make enough yeast for a lager from 1 vial? 3 days, 5 days?
According to Mrmalty, I could use 1 vial with a 2.8L starter on a stir plate. Unfortunately, I only have a container to make a 2 L starter. Also, when making a big starter do I need to start small and gradually step it up? I have never done that, but will be happy to if necessary.
HELP!