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Old 11-28-2019, 08:51 AM   #142
Canadianman
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Originally Posted by Fuzz View Post
Probably to cold. Either get a heat belt, or move it somewhere warm. Depending on the yeast, you typically want it around 22-26°C. I like to pitch around 28 so it gets a good start......
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Originally Posted by Aleks View Post
Definitely depends on the yeast strain for temps, it should say but most clean strains are 18-22 degrees....
I agree with Aleks. I ferment at 18-20 degrees using Nottingham yeast, but it does depends on the yeast. 28 seems pretty high, unless you are using a kveik.

Also, get a hydrometer. They are cheap and an essential tool. I think I have 3 of them.
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