Noob Saflager S-23, Final Gravity At ~1020 ?

[orwell_g]

I see, the mix of the rehydrated yeast and the fermenting beer was more to not shock the yeast with temperature I guess ... Hopefully should turn out alright, there is definitely activity, and has dropped low enough to push the temp up to a diacetyl rest (17 degrees). Did that yesterday morning, and will test again tomorrow morning. Looking good so far, just hope it was worth the effort

The ales will be my brew of choice after this, so I can get a stockpile going before attempting another lager ...

 

[manticle]

Next time cool boiled water to desired temperature, add dme or unfermented wort and go from there.

Hope it all works for you.