What are Brewery Enzymes?
In beer manufacturing, barley grain is malted (germinated under controlled conditions) and kilned. This malt is extracted to give wort. The wort is cooked and treated with hops, fermented with yeast, filtered and stabilised.
In mashing, the aim is to produce maximum quantities of fermentable sugars in a liquor which is easy to filter. Key enzyme activities are Alpha Amylase, Beta Glucanase and Xylanase may also be of some importance.
Beta-Glucan hydrolysis is required to enhance the rate of wort and beer filtration and to prevent the formation of Beta-Glucan hazes in the final product.
Enzymes play a crucial role in the brewing industry, where their application is highly valued throughout the beer manufacturing process. In the mashing stage, enzymes in the brewing industry, such as Alpha Amylase, Beta Glucanase, and Xylanase, are employed to optimize the production of fermentable sugars in the malted barley. These beer enzymes break down complex carbohydrates, such as starches and beta-glucans, into simpler sugars that can be easily fermented by yeast during the brewing process. By utilizing these enzymes, brewers can achieve maximum sugar extraction, resulting in a higher yield of alcohol and improved flavor profiles. Moreover, the presence of beta-glucanase enzymes is vital to enhance wort and beer filtration rates, preventing the formation of hazes caused by beta-glucans in the final beer product. The strategic use of enzymes in beer production exemplifies their significance in the brewing industry, contributing to the creation of high-quality, flavorful beers that satisfy consumers’ tastes and preferences.
Brewers who desire raw material cost savings or use of local raw materials may source under-modified malts or increase the ratio of adjunct. The limiting factor is to ensure an adequate complex of enzymatic activities for high-quality wort.
We offer a range of blended products to ensure sufficient FAN, extract yield, filterability, and fermentability for high-quality index final beers. Cost effective adjunct and malt solutions are made with Beta Glucanase, Xylanase, Alpha Amylase and Protease.
Furthermore, in addition to our blended products for optimizing wort quality, we also provide specialized enzymes for alcoholic fermentation, ensuring efficient and consistent fermentation processes. These alcoholic fermentation enzymes play a crucial role in the conversion of sugars into alcohol, facilitating the production of high-quality beers with desired flavors and alcohol content. Enzymes used in alcohol fermentation, such as amylases and proteases, assist in breaking down complex carbohydrates and proteins, allowing yeast to effectively metabolize the available sugars and produce alcohol. By incorporating these enzymes in the brewing process, brewers can enhance the fermentability of the wort, achieving optimal alcohol production and flavor development. Our comprehensive range of enzymes for alcoholic fermentation is designed to meet the specific needs of brewers, empowering them to create exceptional beers that satisfy consumers’ preferences while maintaining cost-effective production practices. Enzymes in alcoholic fermentation play a vital role in ensuring consistent and efficient fermentation, contributing to the overall success and quality of the brewing process.
