Yeast Culturing

Yeast Culturing Equipment


Culturing yeast is a practice many homebrewers consider to be just too complicated. However, when done right, and with a few inexpensive pieces of yeast culturing equipment, this process can significantly cut your costs and help you get more consistent results with your homebrew, and you don’t need a degree in biochemistry and a lab coat to do it!

Another reason to consider culturing yeast is that many times you will find that your favorite yeast is not available. This can be due to production issues, or some may be seasonal only. Thinking ahead and purchasing the equipment you need to culture your yeast can keep you brewing year-round with your favorite yeasts.

Building a yeast starter is also an excellent way to ensure the viability of the yeast you are using, proving your yeast colony is alive, active, and ready to work. Get a stir plate and bar and make sure your wort is kissed by only the liveliest of yeasties!