High SG after primary fermentation

[TheSultan]

Hi all,

I just transferred a ale to secondary fermentation after eight days in the primary.The yeast I used was Safale S-04 harvested from my last ale batch. The malts used were:

Pale ale malt: 2000 grams
Dextrin malt (Carapils): 200 grams
Crystal malt: 200 grams
Toasted barley: 50 grams

The OG turned out to be 1052 and now the SG is 1024, which is a bit higher than I expected. The taste has a hint of sweetness. So the question is, do you think I can expect the SG to drop some more during the secondary fermentation? If not, should I add some yeast to ferment the rest of the sugars? I am mostly worried that the remaining sugars can result in exploding bottles, not the slight sweet taste.

Thanks in advance,
Mattias

 

[anthrobe]

I just had a Hefe go in primary for 3 weeks. It started out around 1.055 and after 10 days it was only at 1.020. I let is sit for another 10 days and it finally dropped to 1.012. I would just let it sit. Wait another week and then take a reading. If the hydro reading stays steady for 3 days then I would re-pitch some yeast to finish her off.

 

[DeathBrewer]

yeah, i wouldn't rack to secondary until your FG is reached (or is close and is consistent for several days)

 

[david_42]

Since you already racked, I'm just let it sit. It will continue to come down slowly.

 

[TheSultan]

ok, thanks for your prompt replies! It actually started to ferment with some activity in the airlock after I racked to secondary. So I'm in good hope!

Thanks a lot,
Mattias