McDegga
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So my brew day has been moved up to this afternoon which leaves me in a bit of a bind with regard to yeast. Hers's my issue, I am brewing a Kolsch and a good ol' American Light Ale, neither of them truly big beers. I have Brewers choice 1056 American and White Labs Kolsch yeast. I have the right stuff, but have 2 problems;
1. I don't have enough time for the 1056's starter. Can I use it without a starter after smacking the pack and leaving it for a few hours?
2. I have the White Labs yeast that is 2 months past it's prime. should I use the yeast that came with my kit (powdered carp) or take a chance on the liquid?
I have a small window to brew, and I won't have time to replace the Whitelabs or make a starter for the 1056...
Comments?
Thanks!
1. I don't have enough time for the 1056's starter. Can I use it without a starter after smacking the pack and leaving it for a few hours?
2. I have the White Labs yeast that is 2 months past it's prime. should I use the yeast that came with my kit (powdered carp) or take a chance on the liquid?
I have a small window to brew, and I won't have time to replace the Whitelabs or make a starter for the 1056...
Comments?
Thanks!