Yeast question

[mtrogers14]

what's the deal with yeast storage and prep. For my brew this weekend I am using Danstar Nottingham Ale Yeast. I refrigerated it upon arrival to my house. Now what ???

 

[tally350z]

Make a starter using Mr. Malty pitch rate calculator..

 

[agentEhrman]

I've never used the Nottingham but since it's a dry yeast, I would think you don't need a starter. Just rehydrate per instructions. It already should have something like 200 billion cells, as well as nutrient to get them going. I would say rehydrate with about 2/3 cup of warm water, between 95-105 degrees. Let it sit for about 30 minutes, give it a stir, and pitch within another 15 minutes or so... But don't take my word for it, use Danstar's specific instructions and make sure to rehydrate. They might say you can either pitch dry or rehydrate, but still rehydrate unless you're making a very low gravity beer. Make sure to be sanitary with anything you use to rehydrate. Hope this helps!

 

[Mojzis]

Make a starter using Mr. Malty pitch rate calculator..

You don't need a starter for dry yeast.

And just read the instructions on the pack. It'll tell you basically what Ehrman said. Goodluck!

 

[menerdari]

I have used Danstar nottingham on 2 batches, I had definite signs of activity within 8 hours on both batches.
No starter needed, I rehydrated when I had about 15 minutes left in the boil,
There are specific instruction on their website but basically sprinkle on top of about 1/2 cup or so of warm water, let sit covered, the yeast will sink to the bottom, stir it every now and then until ready to pitch.

 

[mtrogers14]

Thank to all. Seems simple enough

 

[tally350z]

You don't need a starter for dry yeast.

And just read the instructions on the pack. It'll tell you basically what Ehrman said. Goodluck!

Oops.. Read it wrong. No starter needed.