beerstone

noun

beerstone

noun

Etymology From beer + stone.

1

A precipitate of calcium oxalate and related organic compounds which forms in brewery vessels and other equipment for handling and serving beer.

  • Beerstone is a composite coating of protein and calcium oxalate that is more difficult to remove than typical hard water limescale.2017, John J. Palmer, How To Brew: Everything You Need to Know to Brew Great Beer Every Time:

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