Hi All
A new food tech campus in currently being setup in Thomastown, Kilkenny.
They have just released their course list and there is a brewing course in 3 parts for 90 bucks.
Details are sparse, but they will be putting up the course content in the near future. I emailed then for more info
so I will post details up here when available
Here is a link to the site.
http://www.townoffood.com/
Check out the course list section
I have no affiliations to the site or courses, just posting in case anyone is interested.
Darren
IF anyone is interested the course details are now on the website
http://townoffood.com/events/event.html?eid=53#.VLkwzkesX2E
Looks like it would be of benefit to anyone starting out into all grain...
Day 1 – Introduction to Beer
What is beer?
What ingredients are used and how are they prepared?
What equipment is used?
Day 2 – Brewing
Assemble a brewing kit
Start the 1st brew
Day 3 – The Brewing Process
A look at each stage of brewing process
Mash
Boil
Cool
Ferment
Condition
How to handle, store and serve beer.
I was on this course and I have to say it was definitely worth it. I'd highly recommend going to the next one if and when it takes place. Perfect for all levels of home brewers.
If interested id suggest getting in contact with the school of food through their Facebook page or their website for further iinformation.