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Creepy stuff growing in cyser

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norfair86

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I have a cyser going right now, about a month and a half old. It's made from a gallon of apple juice, an entire Granny Smith apple, two pounds of clover honey, and lalvin 1118, and was racked about three weeks ago. I actually have two identical batches going, but this one has this stuff in it. It wasn't there when I last checked on it, which was about a week and a half ago. I cleaned out the carboys and used Star San on everything. Could it be bacteria? I'll be putting some campden in it as soon as I get some- do you think this will take care of it? The second jug of mead is clean and clear, and is tasting pretty good. Any help is appreciated!
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Looks like deposits of yeast or other particulates to me but definitely interesting that you've already racked and this is only present in the one, however. Do you notice any *off* aromas or flavors? Any other differences between the two batches?
 
I just did a smell and taste test, and the only difference is that the one with the white stuff is a little more alcoholic tasting, but nothing off or gross about it. I haven't added any enzyme or anything, just some campden when I get it.
It seems drinkable, so do you guys think I'm in the clear? Thanks for your help!
 
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