September 29–30, 2014
ASBC Headquarters, St. Paul, Minnesota
This new short course will provide craft brewers with a comprehensive overview of the science behind the malting process. Taught by experts in the field, they will cover malt analysis, malt biochemistry, using specialty malts for flavor and color, malting barley variety development, and the importance of sourcing and choosing the right barley for your finished product.
The afternoon of the first day will be spent touring the Rahr Malting Company’s.malthouses followed by an evening reception courtesy of Rahr.
At the end of this course participants will be able to:
- Understand the malting process
- Understand how specialty malts affect flavor and color
- Distinguish the different varieties of barley and their impact on the final product
Who Should Attend? This course is geared toward craft brewers and brewing chemists who want to improve their knowledge about their barley options and the malting process.
Register Online Here
Schedule
Monday, September 29
8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Overview of the Malting Process
- Understanding Malt Analyses
- Malt Biochemistry
- Field Trip to Rahr Malting Company Malthouses*
- Afternoon Reception – Courtesy of Rahr Malting
Tuesday, September 30
8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
- Specialty Malts for Color and Flavor
- How Stress Impacts the Quality of Barley
- Malting Barley Variety/Development
- Barley Recommendations
- Sourcing Barley Supply
*Competitors of Rahr Malting Co. are not allowed to attend the malthouse tour.
Faculty
Bob Hansen, Briess
Scott Heisel, American Malting Barley Association
Rebecca Jennings, Rahr Malting Co.
Paul Schwarz, North Dakota State University
Jochum Wiersma, University of Minnesota
Kevin Smith, University of Minnesota
Jesse Theis, Rahr Malting Co.
Marv Zutz, Minnesota Barley Association
Course Location
The course will be held at:
ASBC Headquarters
Scientific Societies Building
3340 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, Minnesota 55121 U.S.A.
Accommodations
Hotel reservations may be made at any of the local hotels. The following hotels do offer shuttle service and are within a 5 mile radius of the ASBC Headquarters office.
Holiday Inn Minneapolis Airport Southeast—Eagan
2700 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55121
651.454.3434
800.315.2621
Mention “Scientific Societies/APS” to get our rate of $104.99 (hot breakfast buffet included). This rate is valid through Saturday, September 20. Book now –
the hotel is filling up fast!
Registration
Register Online Here
| ASBC Members |
$229 |
| Non-Members |
$279 |
| Students |
$179 |
Registration fee includes course instruction and materials, field trip, lunches and breaks. You must be 21 years of age or older to register for this course.
Join now! Get the $229 Member Meeting Fee + $187 Annual Membership Fee = $416
Registration Deadline: Friday, September 12, 2014
Registration cancellation information: Cancellations received on or before September 12, 2014, will be issued a refund equal to the registration fee less a $50 processing fee. Notice of cancellation received after September 12, 2014, will not be eligible for a refund or credit. A replacement delegate may be sent at no charge.
Questions? Contact Lisa Johnson, Manager of Continuing Education. Telephone: +1.651.994.3824 or Email ASBC.
