DETERMINATION OF METALS IN BEER AND WINE BY ATOMIC ABSORPTION SPECTROPHOTOMETRY

Abstract

Methods in common use for the determination of metals in beer and wine are often time consuming and difficult to apply for routine quality control. Atomic absorption spectrophotometry provides a rapid and accurate means for examining a large number of samples. The application of the technique for estimating the trace metals Cu, Fe, Zn and Pb in beers and wines is described. A survey of the magnesium content of beer and brewing materials is also included. 1969 The Institute of Brewing & Distilling