In Michigan’s remote Keweenaw Peninsula, Emily Geiger observes a science lab table full of beer-fermenting starter yeast. But this is no ordinary beer yeast—the culture was gathered from the shores of ...

One of the four main components of beer, yeast is often overlooked in favor of malt and hops. Here's what you should know. For more than 20 years John Holl has been covering the beer industry as a ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. If you’ve finally given up on sourdough starter and are ...

Originally published May 28, 2015 at 6:00 pm Updated June 23, 2015 at 5:26 pm Safale US-05, Danstar BRY-97, Wyeast 1056 American Ale or White Labs WLP060 American Ale (Note: If using liquid yeast, ...