Episode 072: Yeast Propagation

About this episode

Graham Stewart discusses the fundamental principles of yeast propagation essential for commercial brewers.

Understanding the basics of yeast propagation is critical for commercial brewers of all sizes. With 50 years of experience researching yeast, Graham Stewart joins us to talk about the basic principles of brewer's yeast propagation. Special Guest: Graham Stewart. Sponsored By: Hopsteiner : Proximity Malt : BSG : Berkeley Yeast : The Lupulin Exchange : Links: Brewer's Yeast Propagation: The Basic Principles — 2017 MBAA TQ Upcoming Events - Master Brewers Calendar Join Master Brewers 2026 Master Brewers Conference — October 22-24: Virginia Beach, VA

People in this episode

Guest: Graham Stewart

Topics covered

• yeast propagation
• brewing
• commercial brewing
• brewer's yeast
• fermentation
• brewing science

Keywords

• yeast propagation
• brewer's yeast
• commercial brewing
• fermentation
• brewing science
• Graham Stewart

Sponsors

Hopsteiner, Proximity Malt, BSG, Berkeley Yeast, The Lupulin Exchange

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Master Brewers Association of the Americas

Places: Virginia Beach, VA

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