Mäskäystapa
Mäskäystapa refers to the Finnish term for the process of mashing in brewing. It is a critical step in the production of beer where grains, typically malted barley, are steeped in hot water. This process allows enzymes present in the malt to convert starches in the grains into fermentable sugars, primarily maltose. These sugars are then available for the yeast to consume during fermentation, producing alcohol and carbon dioxide.
The temperature and duration of the mäskäystapa are crucial for determining the final character of the beer.
The grain bill, which is the mix of different malted grains used, also plays a role in