Did you know that bacteria can make beer?

In fact, some bacteria are even better at it than yeast, and can create more complex and diverse flavors. In this blog post, I will tell you everything you need to know about bacterial beer, how it is made, and why you should try it.

Bacterial Beer is Not New

Bacterial beer is not a new invention. It has been around for thousands of years, in various forms and cultures. For example, the ancient Egyptians used bacteria to ferment their grain-based beverages, and the Chinese used bacteria to make vinegar from rice wine. However, bacterial beer has been largely ignored by modern brewers, who prefer to use yeast for their fermentation process.

Yeast is a type of fungus that converts sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide. Yeast is easy to control and produces consistent results. However, yeast also has some limitations. It can only tolerate a certain amount of alcohol before it dies, and it can only produce a limited range of flavors. Yeast also needs oxygen to grow, which means that it can be contaminated by other microorganisms that also need oxygen.

Bacteria, on the other hand, are more versatile and resilient. Some bacteria can survive in high-alcohol environments, and some can even produce alcohol without oxygen. Bacteria can also produce a variety of organic acids, esters, and other compounds that give beer more complexity and character. Bacteria can create sour, funky, fruity, spicy, or even smoky flavors in beer.

Making Bacteria Beer

Bacterial beer is usually made by adding bacteria to the wort (the liquid extracted from malted grains) after the yeast has done its job. The bacteria then continue to ferment the wort, producing more alcohol and flavor compounds. The most common bacteria used for beer making are lactobacillus and pediococcus, which are also found in yogurt and cheese. These bacteria produce lactic acid, which gives beer a sour taste.

Another type of bacteria that is used for beer making is brettanomyces, or brett for short. Brett is a wild yeast that can also act like a bacterium. Brett can produce acetic acid (vinegar), ethyl acetate (nail polish remover), and phenols (cloves). Brett can give beer a funky, barnyard-like aroma and flavor.

Bacterial beer is not for everyone. Some people may find it too sour, too funky, or too weird. However, if you are looking for something different and adventurous, you should give bacterial beer a try. You may discover a whole new world of flavors and sensations that you never knew existed in beer.

UMM – Beer

Bacterial beer is not only delicious, but also beneficial for your health. Bacteria can help balance your gut flora, boost your immune system, and prevent infections. Bacteria can also lower your blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation levels. Bacteria can even improve your mood and mental health.

So what are you waiting for? Grab a bottle of bacterial beer today and enjoy the wonders of nature’s microbrewery!  – Ummm – Beer