Brewing Water Chemistry DEMYSTIFIED! | QFPB E007

In this episode of the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast, Hendo from Rockstar Brewer Academy and Adsy delve into the crucial yet often overlooked aspect of brewing – water chemistry. They aim to demystify how water, which constitutes 95% of beer, influences beer flavor and quality. The discussion highlights common mistakes brewers make by focusing too much on malt, hops, and yeast while neglecting water. Key challenges such as setting clear water chemistry objectives, understanding water’s role in beer’s flavor profile, and the limitations of relying on algorithms for water adjustments are explored. They advise brewers to prioritize beer pH, sulfate to chloride ratio, and calcium concentration over historical water profiles. Practical tips include getting water tested, proper use of brewing salts, and the importance of managing pH through all brewing stages. The insights aim to empower brewers to improve beer quality significantly by mastering water chemistry.00:00 Introduction to Brewing Water Chemistry00:53 The Importance of Water in Brewing03:33 Challenges and Common Mistakes in Brewing Water Chemistry06:14 Understanding Water Profiles and Why Relying on the Beersmith, Brew Father or Brewer’s Friend Algorithm Is Bullsh*t08:14 Historical Water Profiles: Myths and Realities13:25 The Importance of Testing Your Water at a reputable Lab17:18 The 3 Key “Flavour Numbers” in Brewing Water Chemistry20:42 Understanding Calcium in Beer21:37 The Impact of Beer Color on pH in Brewing22:32 Adjusting pH with Malts25:07 The Role of pH in Beer Flavor26:09 Using Bru’n Water Spreadsheet12:05 Controlling Beer pH During Brewing32:00 Tips for Managing Beer pH34:25 Avoiding Common pH Mistakes39:04 Final Thoughts on Water ChemistryBe sure to connect with us at https://qualityfocusedprobrewers.com where you can join our Facebook group, chat with fellow Pro-Brewers in a constructive environment and chat with Hendo & Adsy!Get My Free Guide – “The Pro Brewer Quality Checklist: The 5 Step Blueprint That Will Help You Brew World Class Beer….Fast!” – https://bit.ly/3f6ryQBSOCIALS:Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewerTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewerTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewer