How magnets affect the beer brewing industry

Published: 2023-07-03 15:04:02 • Daniel Gårdefelt

At first look, it might not seem like magnets and brewing go together. But behind the scenes, magnets are changing the way the brewing business works in a big way. From making yeast grow to putting caps on bottles, magnets are a big part of the process.

Spreading yeast: Yeast is essential to brewing because it turns sugars into booze by fermenting them. In this case, magnetic stirrers are used to keep the yeast moving, which helps it grow. This makes the brewing process go faster and makes the beer taste better.

The grade of the water can make or break a beer. Hard water can make it harder to make beer and change how it tastes. Hard water is treated with magnetic water conditioners, which make the end result taste better.

Beer clarification: Beer that is clear often looks better (depending on the brand). To get this level of clarity, small iron particles that can make the water look cloudy are taken out with magnetic separators. This process makes the beer look better while keeping its taste the same.

When it comes to packing, magnets are also an important part of the process of putting a cap on a bottle. They are used in tools that put caps on bottles. They hold the cap in place while the bottle is sealed, making sure the fit is tight and the beer stays fresh.

Tap handles: If you've been to a small brewery, you may have seen the tap handles. Many of these are held in place by magnets, which makes it easy and quick to switch out the keg when it is empty.

Even though magnets are rarely seen, they have a big impact on the brewing business. They are important parts of the brewing process at many different points. They improve speed, product quality, and even the way the beer looks. Their effect shows us that even small things can have big effects on our favorite beers.