Mineral Content of Product Water for Beer Styles Flashcards
What role does water source play in beer production?
Water source and its mineral composition play a large role in achieving high quality, trademark products.
What is the mineral composition of Burton Pale Ale water for Sodium?
30 mg/L
What is the mineral composition of Dublin Stout water for Calcium?
119 mg/L
Fill in the blank: The calcium level in Pilsen water is too ______.
low
What are the key characteristics of water used to brew lager compared to Burton Pale Ale?
Lager water is softer.
What is the total dissolved solids content in Melbourne Light Lager water?
25 mg/L
True or False: Sodium levels in brewing water should not exceed 150 mg/L.
True
What is the recommended calcium level range for Pale Lager?
50-75 mg/L
What chloride:sulphate ratio is recommended for Amber Lager?
2:1
What type of profile do Amber Lagers favor?
Malty profile
What is the alkalinity range for Dark Lager?
80-150 mg/L
Fill in the blank: The sulphate level for Pale Ale is typically between ______ mg/L.
50-150
What is the purpose of calcium in Dark Lager brewing water?
Supports reduced malt enzymes and prevents excessive colour formation.
What is the chloride:sulphate ratio for Dark Ale?
1:1
What is the recommended sulphate level for Amber Ale?
100-300 mg/L
What should be the alkalinity for Pale Ale brewing water?
0-80 mg/L
True or False: Recent scientific work indicates that 75 mg/L of calcium in brewing water is ideal.
False
What is the general recommendation for water mineral balance in brewing?
Find the right mineral balance that works for the particular brand or beer style.
What mineral levels are not traditionally associated with beer styles according to the tables?
Sodium and magnesium levels
What is the chloride level for Munich Dark Lager water?
1 mg/L
What is the nitrate level in Dublin Stout water?
-
What is the total dissolved solids content for Pilsen Pilsner?
31 mg/L
Fill in the blank: The chloride level for Pale Lager should be between ______ mg/L.
50-100
How does the mineral composition of water influence beer types?
Different beer types require specific mineral compositions to achieve desired flavors and profiles.
What is the key difference in the use of alkalinity between Amber Lager and Pale Lager?
Amber Lager has higher alkalinity to counter acidic colored malts.
What is the calcium range for Dark Ale?
50-75 mg/L
