fast yeast

[ferg]

i used dry yeast on a red ale this past sunday & saw activity quick. but by the time i came home from work monday the bubbles stoped.....is that normal?

[jmikec]

I haven't used dry yeast since my first couple of "learn the process" batches made from a kit. But, that seems like a short fermentation. I typically use the Wyeast smack-packs, and it takes a few hours to get started, and then is very active for a few (2-3) days, with minor activity for several more days.

[Guest]

think i should repitch?

[seanhagerty]

No, I have seen dry yeast take off fast and finish fast. Take a SG reading before you think of doing anything. You may already be done

[ferg]

i pitched again & i think you were right, no activity for 2 days now. i think it was just a quick ferm

[livetobrew]

Always check your OG and FG to figure out whether the yeast has done its job. The bubbles are not an accurate way to figure out whether they are done.