Cidermaking
It’s Getting Hot in Here, So Let the Fermentations Go!
What do all craft fermenters have in common? They can use temperature as a tool to reach their stylistic goals. Sure, some yeast prefer specific temperature ranges, but where in…
The Not-So-Stinky Perks of Sulfur
Sulfur, let’s chat about all it’s different forms and how they relate to winemaking. Even with all the various philosophies on SO2 usage and management, it is important to understand the…
Malic Acid 101
Um, what’s that? I thought we were talking about wine… We are! Malic acid is one of the main acids found in grapes. Together, malic and tartaric acid make up…
PAN/FAN/YAN – What is the difference?
Like the rest of us, yeast need food to do their best work. One of these “foods” is nitrogen. Depending on your industry (and role in said industry) you may…