FABulousWines
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This is a Tropical Riesling kit. The only variations I have done from the kit instructions is to add 1/2 of the f-pack in the primary along with 4 cups of sugar. I've been keeping a journal on the progress and here is what I have seen:
May 2: pitched yeast, starting SG 1.085
May 3: Noticed a bit of foam. Gave it a stir. SG still 1.085
May 4: Thick froth on top. Gave it another stir. Noticed signs of fermentation, so put the lid on with airlock. SG still 1.085
May 5: Airlock bubbles every 5 sec. No stir. SG dropped to 1.081
May 6: SG at 1.070. Airlock bubble every 3 sec
May 7: SG at 1.063. Fermentation still noticeably active
I guess I am surprised after 5 days to only be at 1.063. The primary is at about 69F to 71F and the yeast is EC1118. At this rate it is going to take longer than the 5 to 11 days indicated in the instructions. That's OK, I am willing to wait as long as it takes. But is this normal?
May 2: pitched yeast, starting SG 1.085
May 3: Noticed a bit of foam. Gave it a stir. SG still 1.085
May 4: Thick froth on top. Gave it another stir. Noticed signs of fermentation, so put the lid on with airlock. SG still 1.085
May 5: Airlock bubbles every 5 sec. No stir. SG dropped to 1.081
May 6: SG at 1.070. Airlock bubble every 3 sec
May 7: SG at 1.063. Fermentation still noticeably active
I guess I am surprised after 5 days to only be at 1.063. The primary is at about 69F to 71F and the yeast is EC1118. At this rate it is going to take longer than the 5 to 11 days indicated in the instructions. That's OK, I am willing to wait as long as it takes. But is this normal?