Brewery Microbial Testing Rapid detection of beer spoilage organisms – no prep required. Rapid detection of lactic acid and anaerobic beer spoilers. The PIKA FastOrange® B Ready-to-Use Tubes (24 Pack) are designed to detect the most common and harmful beer-spoiling bacteria across all stages of the brewing process — from yeast slurry to finished product. These tubes contain a concentrated colour-changing broth that reacts to a wide range of spoilage organisms, including: Lactic acid bacteria: Lactobacillus and Pediococcus Anaerobic bacteria: Pectinatus and Megasphaera A positive result is clearly indicated by a color change of the broth from violet to yellow, allowing for quick, visual confirmation of contamination. Why Choose FastOrange®? Early detection of beer spoilage organisms helps reduce the risk of: Over-carbonation Hazy or off-flavoured beer Costly product recalls Equipment recontamination FastOrange® B helps you detect issues before they leave the brewery. Key Features: Detects Lactic Acid & Anaerobic Bacteria Covers a broad spectrum of spoilage organisms including Lactobacillus, Pediococcus, Pectinatus, and Megasphaera – the most common contaminants in beer production. Color-Changing Broth Easy visual interpretation — broth turns from violet to yellow to indicate microbial growth. Ready-to-Use Convenience Pre-filled, sealed tubes require no media preparation. Ideal for on-site or lab testing. Includes Swabs for Flexible Sampling Each pack includes sterile swabs, making it suitable for both liquid testing (e.g. beer, yeast, rinse water) and environmental surface testing (e.g. tanks, hoses, fermenters). All Brewing Stages Covered Effective for raw materials, in-process checks, finished product testing, and hygiene monitoring. Applications: Finished beer microbial screening Tank and line sanitation checks Yeast propagation control Raw material microbial quality Routine brewery quality control How to Use FastOrange® B: Ready to test? Download the Instructions below. PIKA FastOrange® B Ready to use Tubes - Instructions flyer 🔎 If you’re testing Saccharomyces diastaticus or other wild yeasts, see FastOrange® Wild Yeast Tubes »
