So I have a small slurry of 1056 that's been in my fridge in a mason jar for almost four months. Thinking about throwing it in a starter and seeing if it comes alive. Anyone have any predictions or experiences? Have I basically been harvesting 1056?
Old yeast...
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chadm75
, May 06 2009 11:52 AM
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#1
Posted 06 May 2009 - 11:52 AM
#2
Posted 06 May 2009 - 01:45 PM
Go for it, I'm sure it will be fine.
#3
Posted 06 May 2009 - 01:48 PM
I'd make a starter and use it.
#4
Posted 06 May 2009 - 02:26 PM
I've heard of people taking really old yeast and tossing it into the boil for yeast nutrients. Is there anything to this?
#5
Posted 06 May 2009 - 02:34 PM
If you are a making a starter you got nothing to lose. Give it a try, I would bet you will be alright too.
#6
Posted 07 May 2009 - 12:39 PM
You'll be fine provided you make a starter. I made a starter with 5+month old slurry for my last batch. Took right off fine.
#7
Posted 07 May 2009 - 01:09 PM
I just brewed an APA last night with 1272 and have some left over which I think I will let go dormant with an airlock in the fridge and then bottle/cap for future use. I like this harvesting yeast stuff...definetely saves you money when it comes to liquid yeast.
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