White Labs Question

Thu Jun 19, 2008 3:59 pm

I have always used Wyeast. But this time I wanted to try White Labs. I picked up a vial of 001, and I have a question. I am getting ready to do my staerter, but I just read on the side of the vial that it should be left at room temp for 3- hours. Well, I don't have that kind of time this evening. I figure I'll do my starter, and the vial will be at room temp for about 45 minutes prior to adding it to my starter. I think I'll be alright as it will eventually come up to temp. What do you think?
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Thu Jun 19, 2008 4:06 pm

Don't worry about the 3 hour thing. When faced with this situation, I just tuck the thing someplace warm like my pocket, under my armpit (assuming I've showered), on top the tv, or whatever. Pitching a cold yeast into a warmer starter won't cause any problem while the reverse would.

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Thu Jun 19, 2008 5:10 pm

I Pitched not 45 minutes ago and I already have air lock activity. Not bad... :D
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