Advanced Brewing

Take your brewing knowledge to the next level with this Advanced Brewing Course, designed for experienced homebrewers, professional brewers, and industry professionals seeking deeper technical expertise. Taught by Michael Sumaya of Incinerati Brewing and a member of the Central Valley Brewers Guild, this hands-on, discussion-driven course dives into the science, process control, and practical decision-making behind high-quality beer production.

The course meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:30 PM, running from April 10 through April 23, for a total of six class sessions.

Through demonstrations, sensory exercises, and real-world brewing examples, students will explore advanced techniques across the brewhouse, cellar, and draft system—focusing on how small adjustments create measurable improvements in quality, consistency, and flavor.

Course Schedule and Topics

Week One: Mash and Boil

• Class 1: Malt
• Class 2: Water

Week Two: Cellar

• Class 3: Hops
• Class 4: Yeast, Fermentation & Cellaring

Week Three: Package and Pour

• Class 5: Packaging
• Class 6: Serving

 Who Should Enroll
This course is ideal for:

• Advanced homebrewers
• Professional brewers and cellar staff
• Brewery owners and operators
• Anyone pursuing higher-level brewing knowledge and practical skills