Introduction to Craft Brewing

Issued by University of Richmond

Earners of this badge have completed a 10-week course covering the basics of the craft beer brewing process. They recognize the equipment and know the ingredients needed to produce beer. Other areas of proficiency include knowledge of beer styles from around the world along with how equipment and ingredients can be used to develop beer recipes across classic and modern styles.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Weeks
Cost Paid

Additional Details

Skills

Attention To Detail
Beer Brewing
Beer Ingredients
Beer Styles
Materials Management
Recipe Development

Earning Criteria

Students complete 4 modules of coursework in three areas of study, including Introduction to Brewing Terminology, Beer Styles, Essential Ingredients (Malt, Hops, Water & Yeast) and Recipe Development.
Students demonstrate clear understanding of the variables that influence how craft beer is produced using beer styles as a foundation.
Students demonstrate their understand of course materials by creating a brewing recipe of their own

Standards

BJCP Style Guidelines