This series of articles explores examples of data curves from specific parameters, as they were recorded from the fermentation of various styles in different scenarios. In this installment we step through some examples of process and system malfunctions that result from equipment failures and operator error.

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One water supplier can draw from many sources, from wells to rivers to springs, and every fount may vary in its chemical composition. Even a single source can fluctuate when it rains or snows. So imagine the variety between geographic locations. This article explores how water chemistry affects commercial brewing.

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Master Brewers

In Master Brewers Podcast Episode 225, “Cold IPA,” Kevin Davey from Wayfinder Beer, John Harris from Ecliptic Brewing, and Andy Morrison from Precision Fermentation discuss this new beer style. Host John Bryce interviews the creators to detail “what it means, where it came from, and how it’s made.” Also, the BrewMonitor System was used to track the Ecliptic/Wayfinder collaboration’s fermentation, so Andy steps through some of the unique aspects of the fermentation’s performance.

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Data Curves

BrewMonitor provides complete visibility into the events that transpired and techniques that were employed during a fermentation. This series of articles will explore examples of data curves from specific parameters, as they were recorded from the fermentation of various styles in different scenarios. In this installment we step through some examples of typical conductivity curves.

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Hop Creep

Hop creep refers to the overattenuation of dry-hopped beer. One might otherwise describe it as a sneaky, unwanted secondary fermentation that can lower gravity, provoke a diacetyl spike, and create excess alcohol and CO2. This article explores hop creep in depth: causes, effects and things you can do to prevent it.

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Data Curves

BrewMonitor provides complete visibility into the events that transpired and techniques that were employed during a fermentation. This series of articles will explore examples of data curves from specific parameters, as they were recorded from the fermentation of various styles in different scenarios. In this installment we step through some examples of typical pH curves.

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Master Brewers Webinar

Save the date! Precision Fermentation will be presenting a special webinar on July 20, 2021, hosted by the Master Brewers Association of the Americas – ​”Cold IPA, Defined: A Deep Dive with the Creators.” John Harris from Ecliptic and Kevin Harris from Wayfinder will discuss how their collaboration beer was intended and the methods used to create it. BrewMonitor was used to track this fermentation, offering a unique opportunity to view and discuss the process in detail. Register now!

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