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Re: 70% hydration
The thought of doing so just struck me as a bit curious so I was wondering. I understand "better safe than sorry" philosphy... I've been sorry before!
What originally had me wondering most was the quantity of yeast. But then I read that you already recognized the potential "excess" so I deleted my post. I know of no reason to not mix the yeast types other than many folks stick to one type for better predictability. I, for instance. am an ADY kind of guy. All of my attempts to use IDY have resulted in frustrating changes to rise times. I'd like to try fresh yeast but haven't found it readily or consistently available so I stick to ADY. I suppose it's all about what we get used to... and more about what works for us!
Originally posted by exipnos
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What originally had me wondering most was the quantity of yeast. But then I read that you already recognized the potential "excess" so I deleted my post. I know of no reason to not mix the yeast types other than many folks stick to one type for better predictability. I, for instance. am an ADY kind of guy. All of my attempts to use IDY have resulted in frustrating changes to rise times. I'd like to try fresh yeast but haven't found it readily or consistently available so I stick to ADY. I suppose it's all about what we get used to... and more about what works for us!
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