Aroma development during barrel aging
Unique Character | The craft beer movement has inspired craft brewers all over the world to experiment and play with new approaches to beer production. Among these approaches is barrel aging, which has risen in importance and now is considered part of the standard practice in the industry. Barrel aging provides a means for producing unique character in beer, rooted in the distinctive aromas and flavors formed over time using this method. However, to make this type of beer, the brewer must possess a certain amount of knowledge on how pre-treated or previously occupied barrels can change the aroma and texture of beer. This article explains the factors at play during barrel aging and the technical aspects of aging beer on wood to modify and generate desirable aromas and flavors.
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