Measuring the Colour

of Beer

Crafting the perfect beer is an art. Beer enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike have a keen sense of what they want in a beer, and what they don’t. As a result, breweries must be meticulous in creating beers that not only taste great but also look appealing. HunterLab offers precise colour measurement solutions that help beer brewers meet consumer expectations and comply with EBC (European Brewery Convention), ASBC (American Society of Brewing Chemists), and haze classification requirements.

Our innovative colour-measuring spectrophotometers ensure the finished product is flawless and meets the standards the beer industry demands.

Why measure the colour of beer?​

Colour and appearance measurements play a crucial part in the refining process of beer. This data helps to identify the optimum level of refinement before distribution. HunterLab spectrophotometers and quality control solutions provide accurate and consistent colour and appearance data that can improve the efficiency and consistency of the beer production processes.

Beer manufacturers need colour and appearance measurements to verify product quality. HunterLab manufactures premier spectrophotometers that can measure both the colour and haze (turbidity) of beer simultaneously.

The HunterLab spectrophotometer can measure beer colour against industry colour scales, and indices can ensure that your brand reputation and profit margins are always in check. Make your quality assurance process simple with an easy-to-use modern interface, the latest data communication features, and all the pre-equipped colour scales and indices you need.

It also comes with the new and improved colour software, Essentials 2.0. Take precise and reliable colour measurements in seconds with next-gen user-friendliness and seamlessly analyze multiple tristimulus and spectral data sets. It’s that powerful.

HunterLab’s spectrophotometer offers a faster and more modern method for colour measurement. Since consumers select products by colour, HunterLab helps beer manufacturers meet consumer expectations and regulatory requirements.

Rather than requiring expensive and hard-to-clean 1-in or 5.25-in transmittance cells, the HunterLab spectrophotometer enables small quantity sample measurements (as small as 10mm) in inexpensive transmittance cells and vials. With only 5 seconds per measurement, our unparalleled colour measurement solution improves productivity and requires less sample material and less time on post-measurement cleaning. Take one small sample measurement and see your results in the scales and pathlengths that you need.

In short, HunterLab ensures the best value by offering the lowest total cost of ownership, lowest maintenance costs, lowest service costs, our renowned long instrument lifespan, and our stellar worldwide customer service.

Check out this solution for measuring the colour of beer

This is the colour measuring instrument for beer that our customers are having great success with:

The HunterLab Advantage

93 out of the top 100 global food and beverage companies in the world use HunterLab spectrophotometers because:

  • 99.9% accurate and consistent colour data in seconds
  • Easy to use, measure, and clean
  • Provides multiple results simultaneously – for instance colour and haze
  • Comply with industry standards easily with pre-equipped colour scales and indices
  • Simplifies Quality Control processes with minimal training required for operators
  • Robust and Compact with industry-specific accessories
  • Latest data communication features
  • Global customer support

Understanding and utilizing spectrophotometric technology can seem daunting, but with the right tools and support, proper instrumentation can save valuable time and money. At HunterLab, we specialize in beverage sample measurement. Our spectrophotometers follow specific design elements intended to meet the needs and challenges of specific food and beverage markets, and our customer support team specializes in creating an ongoing relationship with the client.

Contact HunterLab today to learn more about our product options and our dedication to the world of colour measurement.

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