BrewLab
5 Must-have Upgrades for the Beer Laboratory
Every once in a while a new gadget comes across the lab bench that instantly changes or improves the workflow. Below is a list that dramatically improved my lab flow over the last decade of running a beer science laboratory. These must-have upgrades for the beer laboratory will benefit scientists, brewers, and ultimately, the quality…
Read More
5 Beer Spoilage Signs Every Brewer Should Know: Pediococcus Edition
Discover the top 5 beer spoilage indicators every brewer should watch for. Learn how brewery lab testing and a
trusted beer testing lab can protect your beer quality and brand reputation. Schedule a consultation today.
What to Eat with Pickle Beer: Tasty Pairing Ideas
Pickle beers are here, though sometimes hard to find, they are available for purchase wherever you find your rare beers or white whales. While “wildly popular” isn’t how I’d describe the existence of Pickle Beers, I’d rather muse that the Pickle Beer is probably the only beer style that started out as a meme and…
Read More
Global Pouring Traditions: A Toast to Diversity in our Pouring Methods
In the world of beverages, global pouring traditions go beyond the simple act of filling a cup because they are embedded in cultures, histories, and rituals. They add richness to the drinking experience. Here’s a journey through some unique pouring traditions around the globe. Tea: The Art of Ceremony In some Chinese tea ceremonies, the…
Read More
Midnights: A Taylor Swift Craft Taplist
Ah yes, the Taylor Swift Craft Taplist. Agreed – no one asked for Taylor’s 10th Album to be turned into a pretend Beer Craft Taplist – yet here we are. If you’re a Beer Snob AND Swiftie – you’ve managed to stumble upon content literally just for you. I tried to imagine what type of…
Read More
Sensory Evaluation Flowchart
Beer Sensory Evaluation Flowchat Selecting which Sensory test to run with your daily panel can be a tough maze to sort through. Using principles and techniques outlined from authors Harry T. Lawless and Hildegarde Heymann’s “Sensory Evaluation of Food: Principles and Practices” (used copies found here). Download the Beer Sensory Evaluation Flowchart clicking the link…
Read More
Beer Microbe Identification Flowchart
Beer Microbe Identification Flowchart is available to all brewing scientists who want a quick reference for identifying spoilage microbes. At miniumn you should already know the cell morphology. Additionally helpful info would be the Gram Stain color, how it reacts with Hydrogen Peroxide, and if the colony grew up with oxygen or without it. Be…
Read More“Nothing has Changed!”
UPDATE: Breckenridge Brewing from Colorado just sold to ABInBev. Here is their “change” quote: “We’ve been in this creative and dynamic industry for over 25 years, loving everything about it. That won’t change. The passion for quality and culture that got us where we are today isn’t going anywhere.” “Nothing has changed.” Perhaps…
Read MoreMarijuana and Beer
Earlier this year Oregonians rejoiced when recreational marijuana became legal to grow, buy, and use. Thanks to Measure 91 the people of Oregon are able to grow four plants per household, purchase medical and recreational ganja from state regulated stores, and possess 8oz of recreational pot at home and 1oz on their person. I’ll let…
Read More
Brewing Microbes: Alignment Chart
Updated 11/21/2025 with a new chart and cute graphics! I love to check back in on this beer meme every so often because it changes every time! Now there’s two on the internet from Oregon BrewLab – which one resonates with you best? Brewing Microbes: Alignment Chart As a fan and player Dungeons and Dragons,…
Read More