Humans have taken advantage of the metabolism in a tiny fungus called yeast to create beer and wine from grains and fruits. What are the biological mechanisms behind this alcohol production? Aa Aa Aa ...

Just how does grape juice become wine anyway? In today's edition of Ask The Expert we examine the core process behind the ...

Penn State researchers say the stuff we throw away after making beer, wine, and even some medicines could help feed people ...

Researchers at Pennsylvania State University claim yeast biomass could be used to produce high-performance fibres ...

In the ambiently lit headquarters of Barrister Winery, towering machines and voluminous storage totes lay behind the brick walls. After harvest, this is where the winemaking process begins. While the ...

Wasp intestines provide a good mating environment for the yeast that’s responsible for our wine, beer, and bread. The findings, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences this week, ...

Hops bring two key attributes to beer: bitterness and aromas. Some hop-driven styles have a medium or pronounced bitterness ...

Hobbies that result in homemade goods are always worth pursuing, and perhaps none is as worthy as learning to brew beer, wine, mead or cider. Many companies offer complete brewing kits that come with ...