It's a little puzzling at first sight how five maltsters could exist in a town in which there was only one brewer. |
The brewers who made the beer and bought in the malt ultimately had power over the maltsters who depended on them for their trade. |
However, 10 years ago, WA's barley breeding program was reviewed after locally grown varieties began to slip in the view of some international maltsters. |
Both Goodliffs are maltsters at Varick Street and Nail Creek. |
Dr Robertson said the new line had been tested by the maltsters and had received positive feedback. |
However, it has tightened up this process and provided specific guidelines for maltsters to follow. |