how mush yeast for 1 gallon batch?

[hazedandconfused]

Im feeling like experimenting a bit tonight and was thinking of whipping up a 1 gallon mini batch of chocolate stout. I dont have any yeast on hand but i do have a bunch-o- homebrew bottles and was thinking of just opening like 3 and pouring all but the last inch or so of each into a pitcher for later consumption and then pouring the bit of beer and sediment from the bottles into the 1 gallon jug of wort. Does anybody think that thia would be enough yeast for that size batch? I know i could make a starter from that yeast but feel like this way would be a bit more fun.

 

[Rockape66]

Why not make a mini starter with some DME or sugar, just to proof your yeast and give them a good start. This wouldn't take much time, and would insure a viable product. Happy yeast make good beer.

 

[hazedandconfused]

I just felt like.getting everything done tonight.

 

[hazedandconfused]

But perhaps proofing it would be a good idea.

 

[drathbone]

A starter guarantees that your yeast is happy, healthy and viable.

 

[mistercameron]

I've been doing 1 gal kits. Half a pack of dry yeast is plenty. I vacuum seal the rest and throw it in the fridge