Fermentis Academy Bay Area

A full day academic and practical yeast seminar for pro brewers

The Fermentis team is pleased to invite you to the 2026 edition of Fermentis Academy, sponsored by RahrBSG, held at Ghost Town Brewing West Oakland Taproom 1960 Adeline St, Oakland, CA 94607.

Throughout the day, you will interact with the Fermentis team, who will present on a broad variety of yeast and fermentation topics. Our aim: To help you as a brewer create the beers you imagine through a better understanding of yeasts and the fermentation process.

8:30-9:00AM Intro (Fermentis & the team)

9:00-9:50AM Yeast & Fermentation Basics: Yeast physiology, basics of fermentation and respiration, yeast growth and multiplication, and more.

9:50-10:45AM Yeast Management in Breweries and FAQ: Yeast management strategies. Pitching rates, direct pitching vs rehydration. Frequently asked questions from brewers.

10:45-11:00AM Break

11:00-12:00PM Spotlight Yeast Session on W-34/70 and Lager strain differentiation: Dispelling myths and creating new opportunities with this classic lager strain based on extensive R&D and analysis. Lager strain study to help you differentiate and make the best choice for your ideal lagers.

12:00-1:00PM Lunch

1:00-1:45PM Yeast biotransformation and SH-45: A look into the bio-chemistry of thiolic aroma/flavor creation and at Fermentis' new thiolic lager yeast strain SH-45

2:15-3:00 Aroxa Sensory Workshop for Hoppy Beer: Using Aroxa kits we will explore the chemistry and flavor compounds of Hoppy beer styles together.

3:00-5:00PM Social Hour: Enjoy some beers on Fermentis and RahrBSG

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Fermentis Academy: Join us on Thursday May 14th, 2026 at Ghost Town Brewing1960 Adeline St, Oakland, CA 94607

Arrive: 8:30-9:00am

Seminar: 9:00am-3:00pm

Happy Hour will follow from 3:00-5:00pm

We ask each participant for an amount of $40 ($30 for early registry). This price includes participation for all the activities during the day, continental breakfast, lunch, and happy hour (including 2 complimentary beers) afterwards at our happy hour.

Feel free to contact us for any additional questions. We sincerely hope to see you there!

Warm regards,

The Fermentis Team