I just brewed my first lager on the 4th. Pilsner with hallertau hops during the boil then a touch of nelson at whirlpool. It’s currently fermenting in the low 50’s then I plan to slowly raise the temp up for a diacetyl rest.
My question is after that’s done, I plan to transfer it to a keg to lager for 6-8 weeks at 35°, (not trying to rush the lagering process) can I start carbing the beer while it’s lagering or do I wait the 6-8 weeks before I hit it with co2?