EPISODE · Jan 15, 2025 · 46 MIN
Pro Brewers’ Guide to Beer Haze: Perfect Hazy or Bright Beer EVERY TIME! | QFPB E012
from Quality-focused Pro Brewers · host Hendo From The Rockstar Brewer Academy
In this episode of Quality-focused Pro Brewers, Hendo from Rockstar Brewer Academy discusses the topic of beer haze, including permanent and temporary haze. They explore the causes of chill haze, notably over sparging, and the role of biofine in combating haze. The conversation touches on a notable case of a hazy IPA becoming clear, consumer reactions, and how social media aesthetics influence beer styles. The episode delves into the complexities of achieving and maintaining haze in hazy beers like IPAs and the appropriate use of fining agents such as biofine. The podcast also covers various techniques for controlling haze, including lautering practice, water chemistry, and yeast strain selection, while emphasizing the importance of setting quality targets for beer haze.00:00 Welcome to the Podcast00:56 The Importance of Beer Appearance & A Case Study on Hazy IPA04:33 The Popularity of Hazy Beers09:15 Causes of Beer Haze13:49 Permanent vs. Temporary Haze20:38 Chill Haze and Over Sparging22:34 Monitoring Lauter and Sparge24:46 Rockstar Brewer Academy Ad26:43 Understanding and Controlling Haze in Beer28:53 Biofine and Other Fining Agents35:12 Practical Tips for Reducing Haze39:52 Practical Tips For Enhancing Haze in Beer43:00 Setting and Troubleshooting Haze Quality Targets46:12 Final Thoughts and FarewellBe 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!Book in a 15 minute “Calibration Call” with Hendo to see if the Rockstar Brewer Academy is a good fit for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibrationSOCIALS:Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewerTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewerTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewerDISCLAIMER: This podcast may contain affiliate links or product recommendations, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support!
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In this episode of Quality-focused Pro Brewers, Hendo from Rockstar Brewer Academy discusses the topic of beer haze, including permanent and temporary haze. They explore the causes of chill haze, notably over sparging, and the role of biofine in combating haze. The conversation touches on a notable case of a hazy IPA becoming clear, consumer reactions, and how social media aesthetics influence beer styles. The episode delves into the complexities of achieving and maintaining haze in hazy beers like IPAs and the appropriate use of fining agents such as biofine. The podcast also covers various techniques for controlling haze, including lautering practice, water chemistry, and yeast strain selection, while emphasizing the importance of setting quality targets for beer haze.00:00 Welcome to the Podcast00:56 The Importance of Beer Appearance & A Case Study on Hazy IPA04:33 The Popularity of Hazy Beers09:15 Causes of Beer Haze13:49 Permanent vs. Temporary Haze20:38 Chill Haze and Over Sparging22:34 Monitoring Lauter and Sparge24:46 Rockstar Brewer Academy Ad26:43 Understanding and Controlling Haze in Beer28:53 Biofine and Other Fining Agents35:12 Practical Tips for Reducing Haze39:52 Practical Tips For Enhancing Haze in Beer43:00 Setting and Troubleshooting Haze Quality Targets46:12 Final Thoughts and FarewellBe 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!Book in a 15 minute “Calibration Call” with Hendo to see if the Rockstar Brewer Academy is a good fit for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibrationSOCIALS:Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewerTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewerTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewerDISCLAIMER: This podcast may contain affiliate links or product recommendations, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support!
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