Wyeast Activator London Ale No Action in 16 Hours

[DREBEESIE]

Hey guys,

I smacked my pack yesterday and waited about six hours before I pitched it. The pack did swell up quite a bit so I was pretty sure it was ready to pitch.

I put it in at Approx 69F wort. The package gives me a range of 60F to 72F. The fermenter temp is around 72F to 74F Right now.

I woke up this morning and checked the fermenter and nothing has happened.

Am I jumping the gun and just being impatient? I have never waited this long to see results and I am a little worried.

If it happens the yeast was not viable what would I do?

(Add a dry packet of yeast or no?)

Any help would be appreciated. THANKS

ADDITIONAL INFO ON YEAST:

Origin:
Flocculation: Medium-Low
Attenuation: 73-77%
Temperature Range: 60-72F, 15-22C
Alcohol Tolerance: 11%ABV

 

[bernerbrau]

If after 72 hours there are no visible signs of fermentation, you may have a problem. For now, relax.

 

[studmonk3y]

Also, with liquid yeast you should really be making a starter. Browse mrmalty.com for info and a pitch rate calculator.