Timing?

[StoutWolf]

So,.. Looking towards Christmas, I might be away for a week. Should I start fermentations, or wait, until i get home? I use a water bath for temp control.
Thanks.

 

[yrhendystu]

I figure it's better to have it fermenting a week or two too long than have to clean it again after its had a break.

 

[StoutWolf]

I figure it's better to have it fermenting a week or two too long than have to clean it again after its had a break.

So, If I'm going early, just let it run and bottle when home?

 

[yrhendystu]

Yeah, maybe even set the temp a tad lower too. My reasoning is that I clean the bucket between brews. But if I had a break I would need to give it another clean before starting the next one.

I'm basing this on kits, so your mileage may vary.