Yeast and must temperature

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How much temperature difference?

Since I've been making overnight starters (which is not that long), I've been placing the starter next to the fermenter overnight to equalize temperature
 
How much temperature difference?

Since I've been making overnight starters (which is not that long), I've been placing the starter next to the fermenter overnight to equalize temperature
3F difference. Must 71F yeast starter 68F. The must is in the basement with a heat belt on the bucket. The starter is upstairs.
 
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yeast are relatively hardy buggers, , ,
three degrees F, , , as long as you are close to target will never matter
 
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How much temperature difference?

Since I've been making overnight starters (which is not that long), I've been placing the starter next to the fermenter overnight to equalize temperature
curious what your quantities are for H20, nutrient and sugar? (there are times I see decent activity with my starters and other times, not so much)
 
curious what your quantities are for H20, nutrient and sugar? (there are times I see decent activity with my starters and other times, not so much)
Placing the starter next to the must bucket is a good idea. If you want to get technical and can’t get the temperatures identical, better for the must to be warmer than the starter.
 
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