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  • Esterification

    dear brewers
    i am i search of information about esterification in beer as i am writing a chemistry paper on the subject.
    I have heard of and tasted what i believe are these esters. I know the basic formation of esters comes about with alcohol and acid molecules combining.
    Does anyone know if alpha acids can create esters?
    Also does anyone know the molecular formula for particular alpha acids?
    Thank you very much.
    All information will be greatly appreciated.
    -Andy

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    Hello Andy,

    Check out Malting and Brewing Science, by Hugh, Briggs, and some other guys (sorry, memory fails). Also check in with the Master Brewers Association of the Americas, and the American Society of Brewing Chemists. Both organizations should have information via publications which should help you.

    Cheers,
    Ron
    Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales

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    • #3
      How'd the paper turn out?
      Larry Horwitz

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