So I found out that I probably would have been better off going with WLP838 (Southern German Lager Yeast) for my Vienna lager because it flocculates out better, ferments quicker, and has less diacetyl production. I found this out afterI had my WLP830 starter already going, so it was too late. So, I'm 4 days into my fermentation, and everything seems to be going smoothly.
I have a few concerns. I forgot to use Irish moss or whirlfloc during the boil. I was under the assumption that the lagering process should clear the beer well enough, however WLP830 does not flocculate out as well as WLP838. Should I possibly look into a fining agent, or should I not worry about it?
My major concern is diacetyl. I still have a consistent fermentation going on... at what point should I start taking gravity readings? I was told to raise the temp to 65 degrees once the gravity is 75% of the way to its FG. How long do I leave it there? Until it's done fermenting, and then drop it to 34 and lager for 3-4 weeks?
I have a few concerns. I forgot to use Irish moss or whirlfloc during the boil. I was under the assumption that the lagering process should clear the beer well enough, however WLP830 does not flocculate out as well as WLP838. Should I possibly look into a fining agent, or should I not worry about it?
My major concern is diacetyl. I still have a consistent fermentation going on... at what point should I start taking gravity readings? I was told to raise the temp to 65 degrees once the gravity is 75% of the way to its FG. How long do I leave it there? Until it's done fermenting, and then drop it to 34 and lager for 3-4 weeks?