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Just an initial update! I was pretty concerned that it was still gurgling enthusiastically after 10 days on and off in primary fermentation and lost my bottle even though the hydrometer suggested I should let it go for another day or two, but my hand is somewhat foreced as I'm away from base...

I suspect that those that have never had a dud yeast will not see a reason to hydrate until they have their first dud one and believe the cause of their problems was the dud yeast. Some will not be able to work out to their own satisfaction whether it might have been a cleanliness issue or a...

To be frank ....... I'm new to beer making but an and obsessed experienced bread (and Pizza) maker. I'd NEVER simply add the yeast without hydrating first. It's a pointless risk. It could be a dud or old yeast or in a badly sealed pack. You'd not know this for a few days if you simply...

Added yeast overnight and it's gurggling happilly this morning. Thanks again.

Thanks. I'm not certain I'll get the best characterisitcs of both yeasts as they are both Munton's premium yeasts! Hope it works - there's nothing worst than an aborted brew.

Many thanks. I'll report back to add to the knowledge base! Jeff

Many thanks. If I decide to add yeast in another day or so - couple of questions. Firstly, rightly or wrongly my approach would be as in bread making ie I'd add the yeast sachet to some warm'ish water with half a teaspoon of sugar and whisk it and let it forment for an hour or so before adding...

.............. just an afterthought. If nothing happens in say 24 hours or so - is it worth adding some more yeast? If so ..... how much and any special techniques? Thanks, Jeff

Many thanks for such a speedy response. Thinking of nothing more I could try, I've given it a stir and moved it to a slightly warmer temperature ie 20 - 21 to see if that kicks it.

First post! Greetings to you all! I have been fermenting a batch of Muntons Premium Gold for around 6 days or so and keeping it at a constant 18 - 20 degrees. It seems to be running out of gas now but the hydrometer is showing around 1030'ish or so and I'm aiming for it to be below 1014...