Friends! We've done it! Wild yeast has been caught. Herbert is alive!
This morning I pulled back the towel to reveal this bubbly beast, and there's definitely a distinct sour aroma.
All that's left is to let this aroma develop for a few days, and you've got your starter!
Separation is still occuring, so to prevent icky dry tops, stir it 1-2 times a day for the 3-4 days you have this sitting on your counter. And keep it covered!
Yay Herbert!
(Check out
Day 1 and
Day 2 if you're terribly confused.)