Stone Brewing Full Circle Pale Ale is a new beer from the San Diego-based brewery made using unusual water. The water is "unusual" in the sense that it is 100% wastewater. The beer was created in partnership with Pure Water San Diego, which treats water flushed down toilets and sinks and makes it safe to drink. The project aims to supply a third of San Diego's water by 2035.
The Stone Brewing Full Circle Pale Ale was unveiled at a public tasting, with attendees commending its taste despite initial concerns over the water source used to brew it. The beer was made in a limited batch, although Stone says it has plans to produce more of it sometime in the future. If Full Circle Pale Ale does go into production, it has a shot to be on store shelves across the country as Stone Brewing is the ninth-largest beer company in the US by volume.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Wastewater-brewed Beers
- Creating beers using wastewater as an ingredient presents an opportunity for sustainable brewing practices.
- Water Treatment Innovation
- Developing new technologies and methods to treat wastewater for use in various industries, including brewing, can lead to more efficient and eco-friendly processes.
- Acceptance of Alternative Water Sources
- The growing acceptance and positive reception of beers made from alternative water sources like treated wastewater showcases an opportunity for diversification in the beverage industry.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Brewing
- The brewing industry can explore the production of beers using wastewater as a way to promote environmental sustainability and tap into niche markets.
- Water Treatment
- The water treatment industry can develop innovative solutions to treat wastewater effectively, enabling its safe use in various applications, such as brewing.
- Beverage
- The beverage industry, particularly the craft beer market, can embrace alternative water sources like treated wastewater to create unique products and cater to environmentally conscious consumers.
