s2cmpugh
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How does one go about increasing both or what causes both to form?
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Head retention comes from multiple things. types of grains (like caramel and wheat) and mash temp are the only ones I can think of now. Lacing in your glass comes from having decent head retention and most importantly a clean glass. Oils and dirt on the side of the glass can kill the head retention and destroy lacing
FWIW, things like jetdry in the dishwasher will kill the head of a beer too, even if the glass is clean.
You can try a little wheat malt or carapils in your mash to boost head retention. More protien, more head. Like I say, hops also add head retention.
Calichusetts said:Longer aging leads to a better head too IMO
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