FERMENTATION DIVERSITY
FERMENTATION DIVERSITY - an in depth workshop with Cider Maker & Influencer,
Michelle Pagano (aka @thebrewbabe).
Michelle Pagano (aka @thebrewbabe).
What is Gluten-free? (Stats on the growing industry from Brewers Association)
Gluten-free myths Gluten-free vs Gluten-reduced Brewing gluten-free (base grains, extracts, nutrients needed for a successful batch, challenges) Other fermentation options (tepache and cider) Playing it Safe (cross contamination at festivals, taprooms, etc.) Examples of dedicated gluten-free breweries Resources (Blogs, books, homebrew clubs) Get TICKETS HERE. |
MICHELLE PAGANO | @THEBREWBABE
Michelle is the Assistant Cider Maker at Descendant Cider Co. in New York City. She is also a gluten-free homebrewer and writer for TheOutcask.com (formerly Bier Magazine, Inc.), and a Social Media Influencer @TheBrewBabe — a page dedicated to sharing her educational experiences, cider & beer reviews, and information on living gluten-free with her followers.
In May 2019, she attended Cornell AgriTech and received a certification in Perry & Cider Production. In September 2019, she became a Certified Cider Professional, administered by the United States Association of Cider Makers.
She is also an award-winning homebrewer & cidermaker:
Finalist, 2019 American Homebrewers Association “National Homebrew Competition.”
Bronze in Spiced Cider, 2018 Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition
1st Place in Specialty Cider, 2018 Mid-Atlantic Amateur Cider Contest
Silver in the Hopped Cider, 2018 Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition
Silver in the Spiced Cider, 2018 Great Lakes International Cider and Perry CompetitionMichelle enjoys participating in group brew days, judging cider competitions, participating in craft beer/cider events, and offering gluten-free beer and cider at festivals on Long Island. She is currently an active member of the American Homebrewers Association, Handgrenades Homebrew Craft Beer Club, and Long Island Beer & Malt Enthusiasts.
In May 2019, she attended Cornell AgriTech and received a certification in Perry & Cider Production. In September 2019, she became a Certified Cider Professional, administered by the United States Association of Cider Makers.
She is also an award-winning homebrewer & cidermaker:
Finalist, 2019 American Homebrewers Association “National Homebrew Competition.”
Bronze in Spiced Cider, 2018 Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition
1st Place in Specialty Cider, 2018 Mid-Atlantic Amateur Cider Contest
Silver in the Hopped Cider, 2018 Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition
Silver in the Spiced Cider, 2018 Great Lakes International Cider and Perry CompetitionMichelle enjoys participating in group brew days, judging cider competitions, participating in craft beer/cider events, and offering gluten-free beer and cider at festivals on Long Island. She is currently an active member of the American Homebrewers Association, Handgrenades Homebrew Craft Beer Club, and Long Island Beer & Malt Enthusiasts.