Beer Fermentation PhasesLag PhaseOnce yeast is added to the wort, it enters what we call the lag phase. Although there are no obvious signs of fermentation during this phase, there is still something going on. The yeast is absorbing oxygen from the wort and producing sterols, which are essential for

Tank MaterialWhen choosing a beer fermenter, the material of the tank is an important consideration. The most common materials for beer fermenters are stainless steel, aluminum, and plastic. Stainless steel is the most popular choice because it is durable, easy to clean, and does not react with beer

Beer attenuation is one of those seemingly complicated topics thrown around on the forums. It can get confusing for even advanced brewers who don’t use the terms often. Before we get into the calculations, I believe a few definitions of the terms are in order.