I'm going to do a partial boil extract kit, and I have a 1056 smack pack. I know I could just go with the smack pack straight up, but I'd prefer a starter. Problem is, I've never done one.
So, does anybody have any DME I could borrow/buy? I'd trade my smack pack for a starter too, even though I know I'd be getting the better end of the deal. And now a thought just occurred to me...does a smack pack preclude the need for a starter?
Also, the kit is listed as a 1040 OG, so would that information factor into the size of the starter?
Need to make a 1056 yeast starter
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Need to make a 1056 yeast starter
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Re: Need to make a 1056 yeast starter
Glenn, I have plenty of dme since I got some at the last grain buy. Just give me a call and you can come over and borrow a cup or two.
Joe, 913-449-5666
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Re: Need to make a 1056 yeast starter
In theory, one smack pack or vial will ferment 5 gallons of 1.040 SG wort.
Smack the pack and dump it into one quart of starter wort (3oz DME to 1 quart water).
Early morning of the brew day will work. Shake the solution when you walk by and admire it!
That's about all there is to it, even I can do it
Take Joe up on his offer.
Smack the pack and dump it into one quart of starter wort (3oz DME to 1 quart water).
Early morning of the brew day will work. Shake the solution when you walk by and admire it!
That's about all there is to it, even I can do it
Take Joe up on his offer.
Have Fun!
Chris
Chris
Re: Need to make a 1056 yeast starter
klickcue wrote: even I can do it
You sure about that?
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Re: Need to make a 1056 yeast starter
and of course make sure every container you put he yeast in sanitized....lids and rings
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Re: Need to make a 1056 yeast starter
Even I don't trust myselfJensen wrote:klickcue wrote: even I can do it
You sure about that?
Also, follow Jason's rule! StarSan is great.
Have Fun!
Chris
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