5 Stories Over Beer is a weekly article that presents 5 recent and thought-provoking stories about beer and the brewing industry that you should read. So sit down, grab a beer, and take a few minutes to read 5 thirst-quenching stories. Cheers!
Growing Hops Local with LED-Lit Greenhouses in 5 Stories Over Beer
1. Growing Hops Local with LED-Lit Greenhouses : Researchers are testing new methods for growing hops indoors, using LED lights to optimize growing conditions. In theory, fresh hops could be grown locally near breweries all year, with fewer resources and less impact on the environment. But will this approach work? Read the full story by clicking here.
2.Toolbox head brewer Ehren Schmidt crafts beer in a lab: Toolbox head brewer Ehren Schmidt likes to plays mad scientist crafting the brewery’s wild and barrel aged ales. Read the full story by clicking here.
3. Beer Made From Urine:Belgian scientists create ‘sewer to brewer’ machine that turns pee into a drinkable beverage. Would you drink it? Read the full story by clicking here.
4. Science of Serving Draft Beer at 35K Feet: A few weeks ago I posted a story about Heineken Brewing working with KLM airlines to serve draught beer in flight. But what about the science and technology that makes this offering possible? Find out by clicking here.
5. Breweries Combating Global Climate Change: If you are concerned about climate-change and want to do something to help, get your beer from these eco-friendly breweries. Learn about 13 breweries helping to make a difference by clicking here.
