A abciximab Member Joined May 29, 2014 Messages 10 Reaction score 3 Aug 2, 2020 #1 I have a Pilsner fermenting and noticed this black material in the stopper, and the krausen was more green than I’m used to. There’s no other sign of infection (pellicle) and it smells generally fine. Thoughts?
I have a Pilsner fermenting and noticed this black material in the stopper, and the krausen was more green than I’m used to. There’s no other sign of infection (pellicle) and it smells generally fine. Thoughts?
Tobor_8thMan Supporting Member HBT Supporter Joined Feb 15, 2013 Messages 3,711 Reaction score 2,250 Location Go 97 miles and take a right... Aug 2, 2020 #2 Certainly don't want mold in any parts. I do believe it's best to throw away the stopper with mold and get a new one. IMO, the green stuff in the fermenter are hops rising during fermentation.
Certainly don't want mold in any parts. I do believe it's best to throw away the stopper with mold and get a new one. IMO, the green stuff in the fermenter are hops rising during fermentation.