Elevate Your Craft With Efficient Souring Techniques
Recently, we’ve engaged in many discussions with brewers about optimizing the souring process. One effective method is to co-pitch lactobacillus and a thermoresistant yeast strain in the fermenter. Here’s how you can achieve this efficiently:
- Choose the Right Strains: Our proprietary yeast strains, High Voltage and Mango Madness are excellent choices. Additionally, kveik strains like Voss or Hornindal also work well.
- Temperature Compatibility: These strains work at the same temperature ensuring a smooth fermentation process.
- Sequential Pitching: Since bacteria and yeast compete, we recommend pitching lacto first at the end of the day, followed by yeast the next day. This approach slows souring slightly but enhances the process, usually completing in 48 hours
Lactobacillus Plantarum Dehydrated
- 250-gram
A dehydrated lactobacillus culture for kettle souring and mixed fermentation. Produces a quick clean pH drop and a citrus aroma that pairs nicely with both fruit and hops. IBU intolerant.
Lactobacillus Helveticus Dehydrated
- 250-gram
Lactic acid bacteria creates a broad spectrum of sour beer styles with bold, sharp and tangy citrus flavour profiles. Delivers efficient, secure souring technique when combined with ideal temperature and conditions.
Advantages of This Method
Flavour Retention: Avoid Boiling, preserving the delicate volatiles that lacto produces, leading to a fast and flavourful souring process.
Sensory Benefits: This method not only speeds up souring but also improves the sensory profile of your brews
Considerations for Sanitation
While this technique is efficient, it requires confidence in your sanitation procedures. Here are some key points:
- Sanitation Confidence: Ensure thorough cleaning to avoid contamination
- IBU Sensitivity: Our lacto species are IBU sensitive. Should there be cross-contamination, the presence of hops in the wort will prevent lacto development.
We hope these tips and product offerings help you achieve a more efficient and flavourful souring process. Feel free to reach out for more information or to place an order for any of our strains. Happy Brewing!
Cheers