Is this pellicle ok?

[Eamster]

Just wondering if this pellicle is ok. It is a Flanders red that I started in March. View attachment ImageUploadedByHome Brew1445635041.606015.jpgView attachment ImageUploadedByHome Brew1445635091.740240.jpg

 

[GilaMinumBeer]

Pretty sure this is a first "is it infected enough" thread.

<slow clap>

 

[stpug]

It looks gross, dusty, dry, and powdery and like something I would not want in my mouth...

...which is perfect

 

[Eamster]

Just first Flanders red and was hoping all was well. Glad to here it seems alright. Smelled like a good sour so I figured it is probably alright.

 

[stpug]

The only word of caution would be to minimize oxygen contact as much as possible to avoid excessive acetic acid production by brett (i.e. few samples, airlocked/bunged as much as possible), granted some small amount is considered acceptable (I prefer a subtle amount but don't want anything near vinegar).

 

[Eamster]

I have probably only opened it a couple of time to take a a look and sniff. No sample as of yet.

 

[burninator]

Twins!

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[Calder]

I have probably only opened it a couple of time to take a a look and sniff. No sample as of yet.

That is a couple of times more than I have opened my 2 year old sour that I am getting ready to bottle. Just leave it alone.

 

[secondbase]

Looks fine. Now keep the damn lid on!