Shelley Smith: Sr. Brewing Mgr, Boston Beer Co.

Join me as I discuss brewing, fermenting, and barrel aging one of the highest alcohol production craft beers in the world. Illegal in 15-states, the production of this beer requires multiple yeast additions, racking,  barrel aging, and blending. It's unbelievably complex, yet Boston Beer has successfully brewed Utopias bi-annually since 2002.

What You Will Learn about High Gravity Brewing:

Homebrewer Crispy Frey: 19% ABV Triplebock

Brewing exploration through the history of Utopias

Goose Island Bourbon County Brand Stout, 2021 (28.8 Proof)

Quinta Das Carvalhas Ruby Reserva Port ( 40-Proof)

Question and Answer: Shelley will answer your questions in the second half of the event.

Henry "Thank you for the great presentation!! Excellent content!!!"

Lou: "great presentation Doug. Both educational and entertaining. I've learned a lot on a style I love!"

Erin: "I can't thank you enough, - cheers to you!"

📷Shelley Smith is the Senior Brewing Manager at the Boston Beer Company, where she manages seven taproom locations and leads beer development for the Samuel Adams brand.  She is an Advanced Cicerone® with over fifteen years of experience in the beer industry.  Shelley holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from Iowa State University and an MBAfrom Washington University in St. Louis.  In her spare time, she enjoys staying active through running, cycling, traveling, attending professional sports events, and of course, trying out new beers!

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