Breweries and Reverse Osmosis: To Use or Not to Use?

This chapter discusses the decision-making process for breweries regarding the use of reverse osmosis (RO) technology to treat their water. It explores the factors that influence this decision, such as water quality, desired flavor profiles, and the efficiency of RO technology. The chapter also presents a case study on Firestone Walker brewery's water treatment journey, highlighting their advanced use of RO membranes and various filters.