The Influence of Mashing on Sour Beer Prodution

Saturday, June 14


Location: Ballroom A

The characteristics of sour beers are influenced less by the flavors contributed directly by the malt and more by the ways in which compounds in the wort influence the mixed fermentation. Join Michael Tonsmeire as he discusses practical techniques to control the levels of carbohydrates, acids, phenols, and proteins and their influence on the souring process.