Step 4
The beer is stored in fermentation tanks. It takes about 1-2 weeks to ferment at around 23 ° C. Brewers track the“ gravity” to measure alcohol levels.
Once it’ s ready, they cool it down to stop the process and let it mature.
Not all beers are made the same way, for example, lagers are cooled down gradually.
Step 5
The beer is filtered to make it clear, then packaged into kegs or cans on-site.
It is naturally fizzy from the fermentation.
All of Westerham Brewery’ s beers are also gluten-free, without affecting the taste as the founder wanted everyone to be able to enjoy them.
Did You Know?
- IPAs were originally brewed stronger to last longer on journeys, which is why they’ re still more bitter and hoppy.
- Stouts are made with nitrogen instead of carbon dioxide, creating a smoother, creamier texture.
- The average pint takes around 20 minutes to drink, and the last sip is meant to taste the best, to make you want another one!
Westerham Brewery Taproom and shop is open for food and drinks Wednesday and Thursday from 9am to 9:30pm, Friday and Saturday from 9am to 10pm and Sunday from 9am to 8pm.
Jamie runs taproom tours every Saturday morning, if you are interested in seeing the process for yourself! Find out more at westerhambrewery. co. uk, or their social media pages @ westerhambrew.
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