Universal Beer Agar (7574)

Intended Use

Universal Beer Agar is specifically designed for the cultivation of bacteria and yeasts found within the brewing industry, enabling precise and reliable microbial analysis.

Product Summary and Explanation

Developed by renowned microbiologists Kozulis and Page, Universal Beer Agar serves as a robust basal medium that is best utilized when supplemented with beer. This versatile medium was carefully formulated after an extensive comparison with traditional media employed in breweries, demonstrating significant advantages in identifying microbial contamination.

One of the standout features of Universal Beer Agar is its ability to mimic the natural environmental conditions prevalent in a typical brewery. This medium promotes the rapid growth of more lactic acid bacteria and results in larger colony formation within a shorter timeframe, showcasing its superiority over conventional brewer’s media.

When supplemented with beer, Universal Beer Agar creates a selective environment that favors the growth of microorganisms specifically adapted to brewery conditions. The inherent presence of hop constituents and alcohol within the medium effectively inhibits the proliferation of many airborne microorganisms that lack adaptation to such an environment.

Key Microorganisms Supported

Universal Beer Agar is particularly effective in fostering the growth of:

• Lactobacillus
• Pediococcus
• Acetobacter
• Yeasts associated with beer spoilage

This medium is commonly abbreviated as UBA, making it a convenient reference for professionals in the brewing and microbiological fields.

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