Learn about German lagers styles just in time for Oktoberfest! (What is Oktoberfest anyway?!)
During this hour-long class, we will explore the history behind six different (classic and alternative) German beer styles. How did the styles begin and how are they made today?
This course includes six 4-ounce tasters of different beer styles we discuss in class. Come learn something about a style you have or haven’t had before and learn about why it’s important to the world of craft beer. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your instructor will be Kim Collins, a Certified Cicerone, Owner, and Head Brewer of Guardian Brewing Company. Kim has been brewing professionally since 2012 at five breweries before opening Guardian. She is passionate about recipe research, the art of barrel aging, kettle sours, and session beers. Before and after Kim became a brewer, she taught a variety of university-level courses for 13 years at Indiana University, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and most recently Kalamazoo Valley Community College’s Sustainable Brewing Program. No matter how much Kim professes her love for craft beer, teaching is her life’s true passion. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Note: No refunds given for cancelled reservations 10 days prior to class.