Real Beer vs Mass Production - What’s actually inside your glass? Ever wonder why some beers leave you feeling heavy and bloated, whilst other well crafted beers feel light, crisp and clean? The secret isn’t just in the recipe, it’s actually the behind the scenes action that goes into making it. When you crack open a beer, you’re either drinking a product made with patience, passion and raw ingredients, or an industrial beverage engineered for maximum shelf life. Let’s take a step back on the brewing industry and break down what really sets true craft beer apart from mass-produced liquid. The Ingredients: Pure Standards vs. Industrial Fillers Traditionally, beer requires only four fundamental ingredients: water , maltese barley , hops & yeast . In an independent brewery, these four ingredients are treated like gold. The malt provides natural sugars, rich colours and complex flavours, whilst the hops acts as a natural bitterness, creating herbal aromas and juicy citrus n...
Ever wondered what goes into crafting your favourite Lord Chambray beer? A production day at the brewery is a mix of precision, passion, and a whole lot of fun (plus, the smell of fresh hops isn't bad either). Let’s take a trip through a typical day when we brew up those tasty beers you love! The Day Before: Prep Time! Even before the brewing starts, we’re already setting the stage. Hot and cold water are prepped, and the malted barley and grains—basically the backbone of our beer—are taken from storage and milled. It's like gathering all the ingredients for a big, delicious recipe, making sure everything is ready for the next morning. Early Morning: Powering Up and Setting the Mood Brewing days start early. First thing? Powering up the equipment: compressors, steam generators, water pumps—all systems go! We heat the water and get it perfectly balanced with minerals, giving our beers that unmistakable Lord Chambray edge. Mashing: The Heart of the Brew Next, it’s mash time! This...