Apple cider fermentation question

[pete1325]

Hi, all. just wondering about some apple cider I'm trying to ferment. The jug said, in very fine print, it had Sorbate added for preservatives. Knowing this was added to stop any natural fermentation I pitch yeast anyway. It's been almost a week and very little action. Did I just waste three gallons of apple cider or will it eventually ferment?

 

[winemaker81]

Sorbate makes fermentation an uphill battle. Make an overnight starter and pitch it tomorrow. A vigorous colony will give the yeast a better chance of getting going.

https://wine.bkfazekas.com/how-to-make-a-yeast-starter/

 

[Bmd2k1]

I 2nd @winemaker81 sentiments!

Good luck!