Using 34/70 On a 6 gal lager

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Using 34/70 On a 6 gal lager

Post by TheGrainBarrel » Fri Oct 06, 2017 9:22 pm

Hey guys i have uses 34/70 several times and have never had a problem... the packet says dosage of 1 packet to 10-15L. I have however only uses 1 per 23L batch. Anybody ever encounter problems with using one packet?

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Re: Using 34/70 On a 6 gal lager

Post by RubberToe » Fri Oct 06, 2017 9:44 pm

Proper pitching rates for those dry lager yeasts is 2 packets per 5-6 gallon batch.

I've used 1 pack in the past... mixed results. If you use the proper amount you'll have less problems and make better beer.

Other details matter too, such as fermentation temp. If you're not using lager temps then 1 pack will get going fast enough... don't know how good the final product will be though.

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Re: Using 34/70 On a 6 gal lager

Post by LiverDance » Fri Oct 06, 2017 9:56 pm

I'd go with 2. I've used one in the past and didn't turn out quite right.


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Re: Using 34/70 On a 6 gal lager

Post by elreplica » Sat Oct 07, 2017 9:23 am

Rob I've never had an issue that I recall...but I often mix an S23 and a 34/70... beer always comes out nice...I do lager it though...
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Re: Using 34/70 On a 6 gal lager

Post by sleepyjamie » Sat Oct 07, 2017 4:30 pm

Here is a good reference for yeast pitching

https://www.brewersfriend.com/yeast-pit ... alculator/
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Re: Using 34/70 On a 6 gal lager

Post by Celiacbrew » Sat Oct 07, 2017 7:14 pm

I use 34/70 a lot. I’ve gotten sulphur issues from one packet and a cold ferment. I’ve also had it work fine. when pitching just one packet you are hoping it hasn’t been mishandled anywhere along the line. But the reality is, it likely has been stored warm or even hot for extended periods of time in transport, warehousing, and in the retail shop.
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Re: Using 34/70 On a 6 gal lager

Post by TheGrainBarrel » Sat Oct 07, 2017 9:39 pm

:spilly: :cheers3: Thanks everyone!

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