Ep 25 - Repitch Your Yeast - Alix Blease

💃🎉🎈 Happy 1 Year Anniversary Everyone!!!With me is Alix Blease from Lallemand, this episode is targeted at brewers looking to repitch their yeast. We will cover everything from start to finish and by the end you should have the confidence, understanding and know-how to stop the dreaded pitch and ditch and start maximising the yeast you purchase. If you are already repitching your yeast, don’t drop out just yet, I am sure you will want to confirm that you are repitching your yeast correctly and that there might be a more efficient way to do it. Topics Covered:What yeast can be repitchedHow to avoid contamination Forced Ferments How Sensitive Is Yeast?Cell ViabilityHow Many Times Can You RepitchHow Many Times Should You RepitchWhen to RepitchMethods of RepitchingHow To assess under/Over PitchWhat Do You Need To Do With Your WortChapters 00:00 Welcome 00:54 Podcast Anniversary and Reflections02:43 Introduction to Yeast Repitching03:58 Guest Introduction: Alex Blease04:28 Understanding Yeast and Scientific Papers08:04 Yeast Repitching: Best Practices11:51 Assessing Yeast Quality15:24 Microbial Contamination and Testing21:50 Practical Tips for Yeast Repitching36:16 Yeast Pitching Strategies36:57 Genetic Mutations and Yeast Adaptation37:41 Bottom Cropping Lager Yeast39:44 Indicators for Cropping Yeast41:49 Methods for Repitching Yeast51:49 Yeast Nutrition and Health58:01 Common Yeast Issues and Solutions01:02:49 Hands-On Learning and Workshops01:05:24 Final Thoughts and Contact Information🔗 Alix Blease's Contact🔗 Chris' LinkedIn📨 Register interest in Brew Resourceful's new AI-powered brewhouse efficiency monitoring system