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It seems to me that in the planning of a lager (23L batch) that unless a liquid yeast is brand new the only way to achieve the required number of cells to pitch is with at least 2 smackpacks in a 2.5 - 3 L starter. In contrast I can simply hydrate 2-3 dry yeast packets at a third the cost.
Is the use of a slurry of starter yeast a significant advantage in cool ferments particularly by adding chilled yeast to a warmer wort to fire the ferment in action?
The beer I am planning is a pilsner that really only need to finish on the dry side for my taste (little influence of the yeast). Does anyone have tips for the best use of dry lager yeast (and the variety) to achieve this?
Is the use of a slurry of starter yeast a significant advantage in cool ferments particularly by adding chilled yeast to a warmer wort to fire the ferment in action?
The beer I am planning is a pilsner that really only need to finish on the dry side for my taste (little influence of the yeast). Does anyone have tips for the best use of dry lager yeast (and the variety) to achieve this?