Comments on: Troubleshooting Homebrewed Beer

By: Brad Smith

Brad Smith — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 16:04:35 +0000

Actually the presence of a thin film is not always an indication of bacteria. Often the CO2 from the fermentation will lift some light particles/proteins in the solution and leave them at the surface of the fermented beer. If you actually do have a bacterial infection, in most cases you can immediately taste it in the beer as it will either taste sour or just plain spoiled.

By: dave in norway

dave in norway — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 20:11:57 +0000

Have brewed beer for almost 30 years and for the most part the brews have won appreciation. However every now and again there is created a sort of thin ‘waxy’ film onthe surface of the brew after fermentation has finished but before tapping into bottles. This occured on 3 different brews during the last 2 weeks. I am very perturbed as to what it can be – obviously some sort of bacterial attack due to a slip in hygiene most likely but it would be nice to hear from an expert so as I have peace of mind. If you can help I would be extremely grateful – Thanks, Dave, Norway

By: Geoff

Geoff — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 21:00:44 +0000

I am new to home brewing but have done two very drinkable brews so far (a porter and an amber) got a bit cocky on my thrid attempt and rushed thing burning the malt extract. I continued and had hopes that the end result would not be too bad with no luck and the batch is helping my compost pile.

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