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Tech on Tap

Farm-to-Glass: The Science Behind Beer

2020-07-16 16:00:00 2020-07-16 17:00:00 America/New_York Tech on Tap Virginia Tech Food Science and Technology professor sits with Port City Brewery's quality manager to discuss the science of beer in this "fireside" chat. Virtual -

Thursday, July 16
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2020-07-16 16:00:00 2020-07-16 17:00:00 America/New_York Tech on Tap Virginia Tech Food Science and Technology professor sits with Port City Brewery's quality manager to discuss the science of beer in this "fireside" chat. Virtual -

Virginia Tech Food Science and Technology professor sits with Port City Brewery's quality manager to discuss the science of beer in this "fireside" chat.

Speakers:

Sean O'Keefe is a professor in the Virginia Tech department of Food Science and Technology.

Crystal Fraley is the Quality Manager at Port City Brewing Company. She is a self-described yeast enthusiast who has worked in the beverage industry for almost a decade.

Virtual Beer Tasting:

Join us for a tasting of four classic beer styles from Port City Brewing Company. Our experts will discuss flavor profiles, history, raw materials and more. Nerd out on beer, or relax and enjoy a cold one with us.

Grab a Variety Pack from your local grocer or beverage retailer, or pick up directly from the brewery. Tasting will include: Optimal Wit, Monumental IPA, Downright Pilsner, and Essential Pale Ale.

About Tech on Tap
Learning happens everywhere – Tech on Tap – a regular community speaker series that informs, educates, and raises questions about the impact of new technologies on society, equity, and policy. Topics include the types of issues and problems Virginia Techʼs Innovation Campus in Potomac Yard will explore.

Partners: Port City Brewery, Alexandria Library, and Alexandria Economic Development Partnership, VT College of Agriculture and Life Science

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | STEM/STEAM |

TAGS: | Tech On Tap | beer |

Venue details


Please register for this event in advance.