Sensory Sleuths: Identifying and Understanding Off-Flavors in Beer

Join Certified Cicerone® Will Laliberte for a sensory journey through the world of beer - with a special focus on "off-flavors." Off-flavors are any flavor that the brewer didn't intent to end up in the finished beer. What causes these flavors? How can they be prevented?

Through a guided tasting including 12 different examples, learn to identify and understand the causes of common off-flavors. This class is intended to empower both homebrewers and beer enthusiasts to improve their brewing and tasting experiences - perfect for those seeking to refine their craft or deepen their beer expertise.

New for 2024! Join Certified Cicerone® Will Laliberte of Mad Scientist Brewing on the third Thursday of each month for an immersive class series that will help you explore the intricate world of craft beer - explore hops & malts and learn how to identify off flavors, capping it all off with an educational beer-pairing dinner featuring some of Maine's most iconic dishes. Attend one program, or all four to deepen your understanding and enhance your enjoyment of every sip.

• Maine Malts & Malty Beers: June 20 @ 5pm

• Maine Hops & Hoppy Beers: July 18 @ 5pm

• Identifying and Understanding Off Flavors in Beer: August 15 @ 5pm

• Palette & Palate: An Evening of Maine Foods, Art & Craft Beer: October 17 @ 5:30pm

Special offer: Register for all four programs to enjoy 15% off! Visit www.mainetastingcenter.com/classes to learn more and register for the complete package!