Scientists have just invented the first artificial yeast this will probably have some implications to the spirit industries in future years.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-23244768
Scientists building the world's first synthetic yeast
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I'm not sure whether to cheer, laugh or cry...
Although not just a few distillers try to control their proprietary strains, others prefer open fermenation exposed to local and wild yeasts. Unique flavors are created by unique yeasts. A new and uniform synthetic yeast will tend to produce nice uniform rums for uniform tastes for uniform people.
Perfect. Turn on the switch and make lots of uniform money...
Although not just a few distillers try to control their proprietary strains, others prefer open fermenation exposed to local and wild yeasts. Unique flavors are created by unique yeasts. A new and uniform synthetic yeast will tend to produce nice uniform rums for uniform tastes for uniform people.
Perfect. Turn on the switch and make lots of uniform money...