Yeast starter

[Mojavejohn]

Hey guys, I was wondering what to do with a yeast starter that I haven't been able to use. It's been on the stir plate for about 3 days now. You see, I started the morning that I left for work. I'm a fireman and we work 24 hr. shifts. I got stuck at work and did a 72. I'm home now, but I still won't have time to use it today. What's the best plan to save this, I won't be able to brew for a few more days, I go back tomorrow for a 48. I should be able to brew right after that. Thanks for the help.

 

[LLBeanJ]

Put it in the fridge until you are ready. It will keep just fine for up to a couple of weeks.

 

[byrone]

Just store it in the fridge like llbeanj said. Worst case scenario just decant the spent wort and add fresh wort to awaken the yeast once again. I had a starter in the fridge for 3 weeks before I got a chance to pitch it but its fermenting my summer ale nicely right now. So you have a a little leeway in terms of time but sooner is better.