Beer is the third most widely consumed beverage in the world, coming in the right after water and tea. It’s incredibly popular throughout the globe for its taste and texture, and the generally low alcoholic content. Beer is usually made from cereal grains such as malted barley, maize, wheat, rice, and even corn. There are several local breweries that specialize in beer brewing in Goleta, CA. Many people who prefer buying craft beer usually purchase their beer from these breweries instead of buying from the larger distributors. Here are a few things that you should know about the beer brewing process.
The Initial Process
After the grain has been separated and cleaned, they are crushed together to break up the kernels which releases another product known as grist. A mash tun is then used for converting the grist, and heated water is added into the mixture. This procedure is known as conversion and utilizes the natural enzymes found in the mixture for starching down the sugars. If you want to view the brewing process up close, you can contact us and set an appointment.
Fermentation
One of the most important parts of the beer brewing process is fermentation. This is the part where yeast is added into the mixture. The sugary wort is converted into beer when yeast is added into the mixture. This produces alcohol and a range of different flavors. A by-product of this process is the release of carbon dioxide. After fermentation is completed, the process of beer brewing enters the maturation stage. Once the beer has reached its full potential and has matured properly, it is then carbonated and transferred to separate tanks. Here, the beer is filtered and then bottled for distribution and sales.
