Dry yeast and yeast starter

Yeast & Fermentation
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Hey guys, I’m planning on brewing the Empire Builder Imperial Cream Ale tomorrow and I got the Safeale US-05 dry yeast packet along with it. I did also buy the past pitch years starter kit on account of the high OG. But I’m reading that dry yeast doesnt need a starter, is that true? Should I save a my can of fast pitch for another use?

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Yes it doesn’t. :sunglasses: I’m not familiar with that brew but if it’s super high i’d probably think about two packs.

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Save the fast pitch

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Its target OG is 1.074

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I would say. 2 packs of dry yeast. Before you pitch. Make a yeast slurry

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By slurry you just mean rehydrate in a cup of boiled/cooled water right wilco?

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Yes i should had mention that

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I was 99% sure of it but wanted it to be clear for @Aivon.A . :sunglasses:

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Anything over 1.060 or so I use two packets or make a starter. Cheap insurance.