How much yeast to use?

lagerfeld · Jan 24, 2015

Hi

just about to start a Coopers Canadian Blonde and I have invested in some lager yeast (Mangrove Jacks M84 Bohemian Lager).
The sachet is 10 grams but the original is 7 grams so should I only use 7 grams worth?

Thanks

clibit · Jan 24, 2015

For 23 litres of 1050 lager you want 11 grams. I used an online yeast pitching calculator to work this out. These kits that have 6 or 7g packets are skimping. The 10g pack will be fine.

lagerfeld · Jan 24, 2015

thanks Clibit

DoctorMick · Jan 25, 2015

One such calculator in case you need it again in future: http://www.mrmalty.com/calc/calc.html

Mark1964 · Jan 25, 2015

12 grams is the norm if you rehydrate the yeast first it may have a better chance. Also add some yeast nutrient to the kit

lagerfeld · Jan 26, 2015

Cheers Mark.
I pitched the 10g I had on Saturday, didnt have any nutrient and only heard of it recently. What benefit will that bring?

thanks

Mark1964 · Jan 27, 2015

It just helps the yeast get started. Think of it as a tonic for the yeast

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