Toasted coconut

[Muff]

i am brewing a coconut porter. When I added the coconut to the carboy I thought it would hydrate on it own but it’s just sitting on top after 24 hrs. I am wondering if I should lightly stir it or shake the carboy? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

[Staticsouls]

I regularly brew a light ale with 2lbs of flaked coconut in the fermenter. It should settle in over time, but if you feel the need swirl the fermenter around gently. I would not reopen to stir it imo. I don't know how much you put in there, but that is gonna be a pita to clean out of a carboy.

 

[Muff]

I hear ya it’s only my second brew so live and learn

 

[Staticsouls]

I bet it turns out just fine.

 

[AkTom]

I put my coconut in a bag with a few butter knifes for weight.