Problems carbonating

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Problems carbonating

Post by DRB » Sat Dec 02, 2006 2:49 pm

Can anybody put their finger on bottles which dont carbonate.I primary ferment for 1 week,then secondary 1 week, boil sugar in little water add to brew then bottle,leave in warm for 2 weeks and still no bubbles flat as a pancacke.Should I up the sugar to 1 teaspoon per pint,any suggestions will be welcome.Is it worth opening the bottles and adding more sugar.
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Post by chrisbooth0070 » Sat Dec 02, 2006 8:02 pm

I had this problem with my first batch of turbo cider. Left to clear for too long I think. 2nd batch I left for ages as well but added a level desert spoon sugar to each one and they are much better. None of them have exploded either :lol:
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Post by Jim » Sat Dec 02, 2006 8:09 pm

chrisbooth0070 wrote:....None of them have exploded either :lol:
Always a plus point for any brew! :lol:
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Post by DRB » Sat Dec 02, 2006 8:31 pm

So for future ref when using a high floculant yeast, how long should you leave it before bottling,7 to 10 days or as soon as the fermentation has stopped.
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Post by DRB » Sat Dec 02, 2006 8:49 pm

I'll give that way a go then,thanks.As for my flat brew i'll leave it another couple of weeks .
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