Timmsy
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The carbonation (fizz) in our beers is a natural result of the fermentation process. However, if we dont get enough fizz from the fermentation, we may need to add a little extra CO2. This is the only additive in our natural beers. Never any artificial additives.
Hops are compressed from the natural hop flower or used whole.
So, does hop extract poured in at the end count as a 'natural additive?'
Semi-serious question.
According to Lion nathan Head Brewer Bill Taylor, these beers will now no longer use any hop extract.
Another common additive is tetra hops, a modified liquid extract from hops used to fine-tune bitterness and protect against the effects of light on beers sold in green or clear bottles, which do not filter out destructive UV rays as effectively as brown bottles.
Many brewing perfectionists argue this is not a natural product, even though it comes from hops.
"We drew a line in the sand and decided that we wouldn't use tetra hops in the beers produced under the Natural Beer Promise," Taylor said, even though he believes there is nothing wrong with using what is "a clever bit of science".
"We still use it in other beers we make, but just not in those with the all-natural tag."
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