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  • IBU
  • International Bittering Units
  • Iso-alpha Acids

  • Isomerised Alpha Acids

    Also known as Iso-alpha acids, Iso-alphas and Isos. Isomerised alpha acids are alpha acids that have been rearranged chemically without gaining or losing atoms (isomerised). Unlike unisomerised alpha acids, isomerised alpha acids are soluble in beer at storage and serving temperatures. Isomerised Alpha Acids are the main bittering component in beer.

    Closely related: International Bittering Units

    Synonym: Iso-alpha Acids

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