Hybrid 2026 Program

Brewing & Malting Course

Master the "Why" Behind the Brew. A deep dive into the scientific principles of raw materials, fermentation, and brewhouse operations for technical mastery.

Sept 3 – Nov 7, 2026
Online + Bloomington, MN

Registration

Secure your spot for the in-person residency in Minnesota.

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Application Deadline: August 1, 2026

Stay Ahead of Equipment Challenges

The Master Brewers Brewing & Malting Science Course is designed for brewing professionals who want to bridge the gap between traditional brewing wisdom and modern scientific application.

This intensive program provides a comprehensive understanding of the biochemistry and microbiology involved in the malting and brewing process, enabling participants to troubleshoot more effectively and optimize production.

2026 Course Schedule

Phase 1: Virtual Weekly Instruction

Live sessions held Thursdays from 1:00 – 4:00 PM Eastern:

Orientation: September 3
Week 1: September 17
Week 2: September 24
Week 3: October 1
Week 4: October 8
Week 5: October 15
Week 6: October 29
Phase 2: In-Person Residency
November 1 – 7, 2026
Bloomington, Minnesota

Hands-on training, equipment deep-dives, and facility tours hosted in the Bloomington/Minneapolis brewing hub.

Learn from Industry Expertise

John MAllet

Retired 

John Mallett was the Vice President of Operations at Bell’s Brewery in Kalamazoo & Comstock, Michigan. responsible for logistics, brewing, packaging, and brewery capital projects. John serves on many brewing Technical Committees and Boards including the Master Brewers Association of the Americas, the Brewers Association, the American Malting Barley Association, and the Hop Quality Group.

He has written and taught extensively including at the Siebel Institute of Technology. In 2002, he was the recipient of the Institute for Brewing Studies Russell Schehrer Award for brewing innovation.

John has served in numerous capacities over his brewing career; he was a head brewer of Boston's Commonwealth Brewery, Brewmaster at the Old Dominion Brewing Co. in Ashburn, Virginia, and founder and President of SAAZ, an equipment and service provider for breweries both large and small.

He is also the author of Malt: A Practical Guide from Field to Brewhouse, the fourth installation in Brewers Publications’ Brewing Elements series.

What You'll Learn

Ingredients

Barley anatomy and the biochemistry of malting kinetics.

Brewing

Methods for mashing, wort boiling, and cooling efficiency.

Troubleshooting

Water chemistry adjustments for specific beer styles.

Quality

Sensory evaluation and analytical quality control panels.

Build Your Professional Network

Beyond the technical training, you’ll connect with fellow brewers and specialists from a wide range of production environments. The connections you form here create a professional network you can rely on to solve future equipment challenges.

Share challenges. Compare approaches. Build lasting relationships.

Scholarships

Master Brewers offers scholarships to help cover tuition for the Brewery Maintenance Course.

Apply by May 1 →

Who Should Attend

  • Brewers & Assistant Brewers
  • Cellar & Packaging Operators
  • Brewery Managers & Owners
  • Maintenance & Operations Staff
  • Anyone responsible for brewery performance

Certification

Each student receives an MBAA certificate upon successful completion of the course and final capstone.

"Quality starts with well-maintained equipment. You won’t just learn concepts—you’ll gain strategies you can bring back to your brewery the next day."

— MBAA Education Team

Keep Your Brewery Performing at Its Best

Enroll in the Maintenance Program
 

Courses

Gain insight and technical experience in specialized classes from SMEs.

Expand Your Expertise

Ask the Brewmasters

Ask questions and receive answers and input from your fellow brewers.

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Districts

Find your local brewing community and network with other members.

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Brewing Resources

Webinars on Tap, Master Brewers Podcast, and our leading publication the Technical Quarterly.

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