No yeast activity in RIS?

[IDHIGHLANDER]

Tried a kit from Muntons of RIS. Followed instructions, but the yeast doesn't seem to be doing anything after 6 hours? No sugar called for in the instructions printed on the box. Any ideas what's going on. Other RIS recipes don't seem to call for sugar. HELP, is my yeast a dud or did they leave sugar off their list? The airlock is fine, but no action.

 

[Calder]

The kit had extract in it???? That would be the syrup (or dried powder). That is the sugar the yeast will convert to alcohol.

6 hours is not long. I don't expect any activity in that time. In fact I get concerned if I do see activity in that time, as the yeast hasn't had enough time to reproduce. I usually see activity between 8 and 14 hours. At 24 hours I might start worrying. Some folks will tell you wait 3 days before taking any action.

 

[Bricks41]

Refer to the sticky posts... Can take up to a few days to show signs of fermentation. Relax

 

[IDHIGHLANDER]

The yeast kicked in overnight and is doing nicely! Thanks for the advice!

 

[Bricks41]

I'd say so lol

Cheers!