Episode 355: Micro Stabilization with Chitosan Fiber

About this episode

This episode discusses microbiological stabilization using chitosan fiber, featuring guests Audrey Carpenter and David Brown.

An option for microbiological stabilization that might not be on your radar. Special Guests: Audrey Carpenter and David Brown. Sponsored By: Hopsteiner : Proximity Malt : BSG : Berkeley Yeast : The Lupulin Exchange : Links: The Antimicrobial Efficacy of Chitosan Fiber from Mushrooms for Stabilization and Its Beneficial Impact on Brewing Sustainability for Low and Nonalcoholic Beers — Master Brewers Technical Quarterly 2026 Master Brewers Conference — October 22-24: Virginia Beach, VA Upcoming Events - Master Brewers Calendar Join Master Brewers

People in this episode

Guests: Audrey Carpenter, David Brown

Topics covered

• microbiological stabilization
• brewing sustainability
• chitosan fiber
• low and nonalcoholic beers
• brewing technology

Keywords

• micro stabilization
• chitosan fiber
• brewing
• sustainability
• low alcohol
• nonalcoholic beers
• microbiological stabilization

Sponsors

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

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Antimicrobial Efficacy of Chitosan Fiber from Mushrooms for Stabilization and Its Beneficial Impact on Brewing Sustainability for Low and Nonalcoholic Beers

Places: Virginia Beach, VA

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