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Krausen - The Definition of Krausen

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Definition:

Noun - The foamy, rocky head of yeast that forms at the peak of fermentation.

Verb - To introduce actively fermenting beer that has reached the highest point of krausen to more thoroughly fermented beer. This is usually done to condition or naturally carbonate the beer.

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