EPISODE · May 18, 2026 · 42 MIN
Episode 360: How Pitch Rate Affects Cold Lager Fermentations
from Master Brewers Podcast · host Master Brewers Association of the Americas (MBAA)
Can increased pitch rate accelerate fermentation at 8°C? How does pitch rate influence aroma formation in different lager yeast strains? Is there an optimal pitch rate for balancing clean flavour with desired complexity?Special Guest: Richard Preiss.
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Can increased pitch rate accelerate fermentation at 8°C? How does pitch rate influence aroma formation in different lager yeast strains? Is there an optimal pitch rate for balancing clean flavour with desired complexity?Special Guest: Richard Preiss.Sponsored By:Hopsteiner: Proximity Malt: BSG: Berkeley Yeast: The Lupulin Exchange: Links:2026 Master Brewers Conference — October 22-24: Virginia Beach, VA Lager Yeast: Impact of Pitch Rate on Efficiency and Flavour in Cold Fermentation — Escarpment Labs Upcoming Events - Master Brewers Calendar Join Master Brewers
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