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Dry Yeast Advancements, Alternate Decoction Mash Purpose, and Heating a Fermenter

For decades dry yeast manufacturers have recommended brewers rehydrate their yeast prior to pitching, but that advice has changed recently. The Wizard explains why. Also, learn why a brewery may use decoction mashing to produce a light beer and ways to heat up a fermenter.
Issue: September 2023