DirtBagRob
Well-Known Member
I made a starter last night so I could brew today and the yeast would be good to go by tonight when it was time to pitch. There was not fermentation at all in the starter when I got up this morning (about 14 hours after I made it). I decided to check the gravity to see if maybe it had fermented at all. I didn't get the OG last night but I guessed it to be around 1.030. This morning it was about 1.060, so I guess I boiled off too much last night, I'm not sure.... well, I can see a little activity now so I know the yeast is good but here is my question..... should I dilute the wort down a little with boiled water or is it too late? I know worth with that high of an OG will stress the yeast but maybe I caught it early enough? Let me know what you guys think, should I just let it go or should I try to bring the wort closer to 1.03? I already have some boiled, cooled water ready to go. I'm going to hold off brewing till Saturday so time isn't an issue anymore. Thanks!