still waiting for activity
I did not use any sulphite. I started a yeast culture a few days before hand. I covered the must after adding the yeast and syrup with the lid. My recipe actually said to cover with a clean cloth for seven days. I did not use the hydrometer.
First attempt. Began 3-4 days ago. Trap has several inactive little bubbles. No noise and no continuous bubbling. Should I add another yeast culture of boiled sugar water (cooled down)? It's a blackberry mixture homegrown BTW.