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===Preventing Mold Growth===
* If aging sour beer on whole fruit, use a punch-down tool frequently so that the alcohol and low pH kills any mold that might be present before it begins to grow. CO2 may be helping the fruit to float, and punching-down the fruit will help to release that CO2. Homebrewers can gently swirl their carboys to accomplish the same thing.
* Limit oxygen exposure to the beer.
* Use diligent sanitation practices.