Dry Hopping Techniques
Experts Tom Nielson and Vinnie Cilurzo cover the dry hop process procedures and resulting beer flavor and aroma attributes of different dry hopping methods ranging from small to large scale and with differing hop materials. Read More
German Hops in Craft Brewing
Co-founder and brewmaster of Victory Brewing Company Ron Barchet focuses on the qualities German hops contribute to American craft beer and the emerging trends involving these hops. Tasting samples courtesy of the German Hop Growers Association will be provided. Read More
Hop Flavor and Bitterness: A Series of Practical Studies
Mitch and his co-presenters offer a summary of hop variety flavor based on dry-hop studies and a study of bitterness as beer goes through brewhouse processes. Read More
Hop Quality Group Update
The Hop Quality Group presents some of the recent findings and provides an on-the-ground update on the changes occurring with hops for craft brewers. Read More
Multifaceted Hops – Hopping Techniques from Mash Tun to Bright Tank
Matt Brynildson of Firestone Walker Brewing Co. and Vinnie Cilurzo of Russian River Brewing Co. present hopping techniques.Read More