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 Podcast
00:56 The Importance of Beer Appearance & A Case Study on Hazy IPA
04:33 The Popularity of Hazy Beers
09:15 Causes of Beer Haze
13:49 Permanent vs. Temporary Haze
20:38 Chill Haze and Over Sparging
22:34 Monitoring Lauter and Sparge
24:46 Rockstar Brewer Academy Ad
26:43 Understanding and Controlling Haze in Beer
28:53 Biofine and Other Fining Agents
35:12 Practical Tips for Reducing Haze
39:52 Practical Tips For Enhancing Haze in Beer
43:00 Setting and Troubleshooting Haze Quality Targets
46:12 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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