Primary Fermentation Temp Too Cool at 63F?

[Poppy360]

So, after one full day of fermenting the airlock is busy blowing bubbles.

The sticky thermometer on the bucket says the temp is @63F and it should be between 60 and 72.

Is 63F too cool? Should I try to warm it up a little?


Thanks!

 

[rcdirtbuggy]

what are you brewing? in any event 63 degrees is a fine temp to ferment just about any brew, however it is on the low side of acceptable fermenting temp. I think it'll be fine but i don't think you should let it get any lower.

 

[Axegod]

What type of yeast are you using?

 

[Schlenkerla]

How consistent is the 63'F? Low but consistent is better than any fluctuation in my opinion. At times it can be hard to raise the temp and keep it there if you are combating a cooling source. Then you get temp swings which could be worse than leaving it be all together.

The low temp if its an ale, will make it more crisp and dry, meaning less fruity.

Its not a bad thing, however be patient, you may have to wait longer for the yeast do its job. It will be worth the wait. Many brewers would like to ferment lower, it makes ales take on lager like qualities.

Make a note of the temp on this one, if you remake it and its fermented warmer you can determine which way you like better.

 

[RichBrewer]

What type of yeast are you using?

This is a good question. Some yeasts like Wyeast 1056 will do just fine at 63 degrees. Others wont.

 

[Schlenkerla]

I agree, what type is it?

 

[Poppy360]

Hmmm, not sure. I got a True Brew Pale Ale beer kit. The package of yeast is Munton's Brewing Yeast. The instructions say it's an "Ale Yeast."

That's all the info I have...

Is that any help?

 

[Monk]

I have a freezer with a temp control on it and I always set it to 63F. I use s-05, s-04, and nottingham strains and it works great for all of these. The actual wort temp is about 65-66 during most of the fermentation.

Monk

 

[Poppy360]

BTW, I think it's closer to 62F.

 

[Got Trub?]

"the airlock is busy blowing bubbles."

Seems to be working just fine...

If it felt it was too cold it wouldn't be working away and would floculate and drop out of suspension.

I agree with the other posts about keeping the temp steady and avoiding wild fluctuations which is what the yeast really hate.