Flavor Stability Flashcards
1
Q
What happens to sweetness and bitterness as beer ages?
A
Sweetness increases and bitterness decreases
2
Q
What is responsible for the formation of aldehydes in beer?
A
Combination of O2 and Alcohol
3
Q
What measures can be taken in fermentation and maturation to retard flavor instability?
A
Wort composition
Fermentation schedule
Yeast health
Avoiding elevated fermentation temperatures
4
Q
List 3 types of antioxidants
A
Sulfites
Absorbic Acid
Enzymes
Inert O2 carriers
