The word "modification" is in a maltster’s vocabulary on a daily basis. In simple numbers, we interpret the malt certificate of analysis (CoA) and look at total/soluble nitrogen ratio, wort beta-glucan, friability, fine/coarse difference, and maybe diastatic power. But those numbers don’t really describe the full story of modification, from cell wall hydrolysis to storage…
The 2023 Craft Malt Week is September 22 through 29. All members are invited to join the Craft Maltsters Guild for an Industry Update on Tuesday, September 26 at 3pm EST to commemorate 10 years of the organization, share results from the recent general member survey, and introduce new Executive Director Alice Blayne Allard. Speaker…
Your malt is meeting spec and your CoAs look great. Now it’s time to communicate with brewers about how they can incorporate your craft malt into their beer. No longer seen as simply a sugar delivery vehicle for fermentation, malt can contribute traditional and nontraditional flavors to beer. Learn how to use malt sensory as…
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST HERE'S TO 2023! Bring your favorite beverage and join us for a Happy Half Hour social among Guild members, followed by the announcement of Board Elections and Annual Report of the Guild's activities in 2023. When: Thursday, December 14, 2023 Time:Â 3:00 -…
Join eOrganic for a webinar with Brigid Meints (Assistant Professor and Organic Barley Breeder at Oregon State University), who will share the latest research updates on malting and brewing with organic naked barley. She will provide background on naked barley, its potential benefits and downsides as an ingredient, and different projects that she and her…
Embarking on the journey of running a small business brings a multitude of challenges, extending far beyond the craft of creating exceptional malt, beer, or spirits. In the absence of a dedicated HR director, navigating these hurdles can feel daunting. Join Joy Will, from the esteemed Alaskan Brewing Co., as she delves into this dynamic…
Join Steve Kurowski, Craft Maltsters Guild Executive Director and Emily Hutto from RadCraft as they outline all the ways Guild members can get involved in the first annual Craft Malt Month scheduled for September 2024. Steve will run through event and collaboration opportunities and Emily will talk through how to participate and spread the word…
As many of us in the malting industry may have experienced, we are not always the most visible part of the final product. Typically, when a customer is enjoying a pint in their favorite taproom, the first thing that catches their eye is the shiny tanks and sophisticated control systems that the brewing team has…
Join us for an insightful presentation on the revolutionary water-saving technology, Optisteep, and its application in the steeping process. We will discuss how Optisteep is transforming the steeping process by integrating advanced water conditioning directly into the process. This innovative approach ensures optimal water use and quality, further driving the efficiency and sustainability of malting.…
Thursday, August 22 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST Insights from the 2024 U.S. Barley Crop This presentation will dive into data from the USDA NASS Small Grains Summary, paired with how markets and weather impacted the crop harvested. It will also explore the landscape of variety development and improvement, and what maltsters…
