End of primary fermentation

[cnelsonplumber]

My brew is still fermenting after 13 days and I am wondering if it will ever stop.

I have checked the SG and it is 1019, the temperature is a constant 21 degrees. Have I done something wrong?

 

[Dieseljockey]

Don't panic Mr Mannering..... :thumb:

All's well..I've just bottled a brew that's been in the 2nd FV for 4 weeks.
Keep a eye on your hydro...when it's the same reading for about 2/3 days that's the time to think about bottling.

 

[happyhoppytaff]

my last few brews took over 14 days each. i think it was because of the very low temperatures weve been having-i dont use a heater belt.

my new brew, a tom caxton, is bubbling away like crazy. slighty warmer weather and better yeast. im hoping itll ferment in less than 10 days

 

[mickeyt69]

1019 seems high after that long. Maybe you have a stuck ferment try using a sterelised long handled plastic spoon(not wood) and give it a stir up to get things going again what make is the kit? I know woodfordes are known for sticking around that mark.
Hope this helps

 

[cnelsonplumber]

Many thanks

It is a Woodford's kit "Nelson,s Revenge". I will give it a good stir and let you know how I get on

 

[mickeyt69]

Yeh if i remember right nelsons revenge was the best kit i ever brewed enjoy:)

 

[cnelsonplumber]

The stir seems to have moved things along quite a bit thanks and we are now at 1016 although things have slowed again. If smell is anything to go by then it will be fantastic.