427: Low-Calorie and Low-Carbohydrate Brewing with Lagunitas, Societe, and White Labs

This special low-carbohydrate and low-calorie focused episode of the podcast is brought to you interruption-free by the yeast and fermentation specialists at White Labs. White labs has been on the forefront of innovation in the fermentation space for many, many years and brewers around the world depend on their yeast and related brewing products to brew so many beloved beers. Today’s episode focuses on a subject very close to founder Chris White’s heart, low-carbohydrate and low-calorie brewing. Joining for the conversation are: Sam Thompson: Director of Quality and Innovation, Lagunitas (Petaluma, California) Teddy Gowan: VP of Brewing, Societe Brewing Company (San Diego) Chris White: Founder of White Labs (San Diego) Through the episode, they discuss everything from how yeast and enzymes produce higher attenuation, building body in beers with fewer carbs, using hops in complementary ways, market position for low-carbohydrate and low-calorie beers, stylistic applications, and much more. White Labs never settles for “good enough,” and their innovative spirit continues to advance the craft of fermentation, guaranteeing products that defy the status quo. They fuel the brewing community by offering new product innovations, educational resources, and a collaborative atmosphere—empowering brewers to make the best beer possible. To learn more about the range of top-quality yeast, nutrients, and other fermentation solutions that White Labs offers to brewers, visit WhiteLabs.com . Support Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine Podcast