2022 Excellence in Craft Brewing: Chris Herring

Achieving Excellence in Craft Brewing: From Ingredients to Innovation
Chris Herring
Professional Brewer
Seminar 3
19/10/2022

Chris Herring, Senior Project Engineer, offers an in-depth look at the art and science behind successful craft brewing. This presentation covers every aspect essential to producing high-quality beer, from selecting ingredients like hops and yeast to optimizing brewing processes such as fermentation, filtration, and packaging. Chris shares insights on maintaining hygiene and cleanliness in the brewery, designing facilities for efficiency, and developing recipes that balance flavor, bitterness, and mouthfeel. Whether you’re aiming to start a new brewery or enhance an existing operation, this session provides a comprehensive roadmap for creating an exceptional craft beer experience.