Using starter after 9 days?

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merkinman

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I made up a starter a few days ago that I planned on using Saturday, but circumstances prevented me from brewing on that day. I normally use my starters 48-36 hours after creating them so to pitch at high krausen, but I know others wait for the starter to completely ferment.

Since I am not usually one to use a starter after completely fermenting it, what is the procedure for doing such?

Thanks.
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Warm to ferment temperature (if not already), decant, then swirl to mix and pitch, it'll be fine.
 
Let the starter ferment out. I usually wait three days then put it in the refrigerator. On brew day take it out a couple of hours before you`re going to pitch and let it warm up to room temp. Then when your ready to pitch decant most of the wort, leave just enough to get a loose slurry and pitch away.
 
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