Problemas no processo de produção de cerveja artesanal : estudo de caso de um fabricante em Sergipe

Abstract

Beer is a drink consumed worldwide, produced from the fermentation of cereals, especially malted barley. Brazil is among the largest brewing poles in the world standing out as a market with enormous representativeness, being the third largest beer consumer in the world. The present research aimed to analyze the main problems related to the process of production of craft beer by a manufacturer in the state of Sergipe. Methodologically, a qualitative research was used through a case study, applying as instruments, an interview script, a questionnaire, and non -participating observation, with owners and production industry officials. The results show that the process of production of craft beer involves the stages of grinding, showing, must filtration, fermentation, pasteurization and filling. Among the main problems in the manufacturing process faced by the studied factory there is a lack of equipment quality, packaging problems, lack of information on standard operating procedures at each stage of the manufacturing process, difficulties with raw materials, lack Operator experience, poor density control in the fermentation phase, problems related to taste, taste and aromas, and problems with human errors or failures. Among the main challenges imposed on craft beer manufacturers there is highlight for the payment of high tax rates charged in Brazil.