Oh sorry that picture is from removing the gross lees on the first 3. I have topped off to three fingers space after adding bacteria for MLF. I stirred last night which marked 3 days in the demijohns. I plan on possibly going up there tomorrow and checking on progress and doing another stir.
I still don't have a Chromatography tester yet but plan on getting one for week 2. What else should I inspect for MLF? Is it supposed to be bubbling? Or what else should I monitor for signs of MLF? I figure it has to stay in the carboys for 4 to 6 weeks then off to the barrel.