Would it be possible to repeat the washing process more than once or will that reduce the number of yeast cells. Also I like to buy seasonal yeast will it work for these specialty strains and how long will it store in the fridge.
I think you are correct about over thinking the situation. In all of the years I have been harvesting yeast, I have never had a problem with any infections. Just be sure and sanitize well the storage containers and the washing container.
after the washing as you add to the smaller vessels: would it be a good idea to maybe use a vac sealer and introduce a vac seal on the mason type jar? are you worried about the yeast stored with air in terms of sanitation? would you also add a bit of sanitized water to the smaller jars too in terms of a blanket or am i just overthinking? just concerned about sanitation and using this harvested yeast and not wanting to propagate an infection on the upcoming brew day. thanks, SB
As always Gary, you've been a tremendous help! Keep up the great work. Im going to do some harvesting today and wanted to watch this again to make sure I did it right!
I have done this once and it worked. Now I only waited 20 minutes and I think I'll wait the full hour done in this video, you had much better seperation. Also I split mine into 4 jars. Actually I like the idea of 2 jars, otherwise the supply will probably grow to be too much. Great video, really like the easy step by step explanation and good examples of what you are doing. I have heard that you can rewash up to 5 cycles and still have reliable yeast. Any feedback on if that is true?
Thanks, excellent video. I use plastic carboys. How would I get the good yeast out of the bottom without mixing in a lot of the trub? Should I use the racking cane? Also, how long will the harvested yeast mixture last in the fridge? Thanks again.
Would it be possible to repeat the washing process more than once or will that reduce the number of yeast cells. Also I like to buy seasonal yeast will it work for these specialty strains and how long will it store in the fridge.
LSRC11 9 months ago
tree1a1...
I think you are correct about over thinking the situation. In all of the years I have been harvesting yeast, I have never had a problem with any infections. Just be sure and sanitize well the storage containers and the washing container.
Gary
HomebrewerTV 11 months ago
after the washing as you add to the smaller vessels: would it be a good idea to maybe use a vac sealer and introduce a vac seal on the mason type jar? are you worried about the yeast stored with air in terms of sanitation? would you also add a bit of sanitized water to the smaller jars too in terms of a blanket or am i just overthinking? just concerned about sanitation and using this harvested yeast and not wanting to propagate an infection on the upcoming brew day. thanks, SB
tree1a1 11 months ago
It took wayyyyyy longer than an hour (4+) for it to settle after washing for me - I wonder if temperature or altitude or yeast strain affects this?
BiteMyShinyMetalBBQ 11 months ago
Great demonstration! I have always heard of washing yeast, just haven't seen it! Thanks!
yambor44 11 months ago
As always Gary, you've been a tremendous help! Keep up the great work. Im going to do some harvesting today and wanted to watch this again to make sure I did it right!
higgy6966 1 year ago
I have done this once and it worked. Now I only waited 20 minutes and I think I'll wait the full hour done in this video, you had much better seperation. Also I split mine into 4 jars. Actually I like the idea of 2 jars, otherwise the supply will probably grow to be too much. Great video, really like the easy step by step explanation and good examples of what you are doing. I have heard that you can rewash up to 5 cycles and still have reliable yeast. Any feedback on if that is true?
bjcpc0337 1 year ago
@bjcpc0337
I think five cycles is a good number. Yeast mutations is one of the problems we face with multiple usages.
Gary
HomebrewerTV 1 year ago
Thanks for uploading this! I have a similar technique. Keep it up!
couldibeahomebrewer 1 year ago
Good demonstration. This saves about $6 a batch. That adds up after a while! Thanks
nos3stg 1 year ago
I have done up to six months with yeast in the refrigerator and had good results. I do always make a yeast starter.
Gary
HomebrewerTV 1 year ago
How long will the yeast hold up in the refrigerator?
koinz04 1 year ago
Thanks, excellent video. I use plastic carboys. How would I get the good yeast out of the bottom without mixing in a lot of the trub? Should I use the racking cane? Also, how long will the harvested yeast mixture last in the fridge? Thanks again.
Natesianna 1 year ago