Yeast Starter

[irishbean]

I'm pretty much a newb.

Ordered NB's Dead Ringer. It recommends a yeast starter but I've also read recommendations of just pitching two packs of dry yeast.

Any recommendations?

 

[F_R_O_G]

pitch two patches. much easier than a starter.

if you really want to pitch a starter you can start here http://www.mrmalty.com/pitching.php

 

[Subdivisions]

The O.G. is listed as 1.064. One pack of dry yeast should do. Re-hydrate for best results. Did you order it with dry or liquid yeast??

 

[irishbean]

Dry

 

[Singletrack]

For this brew and other "clean" yeast brews, dry is a little easier than a starter. Eventually you will want to brew a beer that really requires a liquid yeast to get the right flavor. Then, start making starters. Or, start now if you think you are ready.

Enjoy your Bell's clone. I finally got to try the real thing this summer. Maybe it was not fresh, but my Dead Ringer was better.

 

[Subdivisions]

Dry

re-hydrating it before pitching ensures the maximum viability. There's a section in this post about how to do it.

DRY YEAST FAQ/

 

[Subdivisions]

Enjoy your Bell's clone. I finally got to try the real thing this summer. Maybe it was not fresh, but my Dead Ringer was better.

It's one of my favorites. I live a bit closer so maybe I'm getting it fresher.

 

[irishbean]

Thanks guys. I'll pitch two hydrated packs of dry.

The real Two Hearted is one of my favorites. Hopefully this turns out.