About this episode
In this Brewbound Podcast interview, Ray Latif sits down with Nate Armbrust, a key figure at Scott Labs, to discuss the company's long-standing support for brewers and its role in the evolving beverage industry. Nate provides a detailed history of Scott Labs, which began as a yeast laboratory in Petaluma, California, 90 years ago. Originally serving the wine industry, Scott Labs has since expanded its expertise to include a wide range of beverages, focusing on stability and quality. Nate explains how Scott Labs assists brewers in navigating the challenges of producing alternative beverages such as non-alcoholic beer, RTD cocktails, and flavored malt beverages. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique stability requirements of these beverages, especially when incorporating ingredients like fruit juices that introduce fermentable sugars. Scott Labs offers solutions like Valkrin, a stabilization method that can sometimes replace tunnel pasteurization, addressing the needs of producers who face limitations in space and capital. Nate also discusses how Scott Labs helps brewers meet consumer demands for clean label products while ensuring beverage stability. He highlights the company's comprehensive approach to evaluating and stabilizing beverages, utilizing various methods including preservatives, pasteurization, and their proprietary products. Listeners interested in learning more about Scott Labs' services and products can easily connect through their website, ScottLab.com , where a contact form is available for inquiries.