Technical Quarterly
The premier journal for technical innovation, peer-reviewed research, and brewing excellence.
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Leading Brewing Science
Advancing the Technology of Brewing
Technical Quarterly (TQ) is an online journal featuring peer-reviewed and nonreviewed papers covering the technical aspects of the brewing industry. This essential resource is utilized by professionals in production, engineering, quality control, and research.
Core Technical Focus Areas:
- Brewing ingredients and the brewing process
- Brewing byproducts and environmental considerations
- Beer packaging, flavor, and physical stability
Submissions may include original research technical reports, process innovations, analytical methods, or practical experiences that advance knowledge and best practices in technical brewing.
The MBAA Technical Quarterly welcomes contributions from brewers, researchers, suppliers, and industry professionals seeking to share insights that support the continued growth and technical excellence of brewers and the brewing industry.
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Author Guidelines
Submissions: Anyone, regardless of membership status, is welcome to submit a paper. Gain industry recognition by sharing topics related to brewing technology.
Peer Review: All technical papers undergo a rigorous review process by our Editorial Board to ensure the highest standards of scientific accuracy and industry relevance.
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Call for Submissions
Technical Quarterly is currently seeking manuscripts for special industry issues.
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Non-Alcoholic and Low-Alcohol Beer Production
We are seeking submissions exploring the science, technology, and production of non-alcoholic (NA) and low-alcohol beer. As consumer demand continues to grow, brewers are developing innovative approaches to produce beverages that deliver the flavor, quality, and drinking experience consumers expect while meeting alcohol reduction targets.
Relevant topics include:
- Yeast selection and fermentation management for NA and low-alcohol beer
- Flavor development, retention, and optimization
- Product stability and shelf-life considerations
- Microbiological risks and quality control
- Packaging and labeling considerations for NA and low-alcohol products
- Brewery case studies and lessons learned from commercial implementation
Both applied case studies and methodological work are welcome.
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Emerging Authors in Brewing Science
This issue is dedicated to graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career professionals.
We are particularly interested in work that:
- Bridges academic research and production relevance
- Demonstrates strong experimental design and clear technical contribution
- May represent thesis or early-career research translated for an industry audience
Submissions from first-time authors are strongly encouraged.
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The TQ Archive
Members and subscribers have full-text access to the complete Technical Quarterly archive, spanning from 1964 to the present. This digital library represents decades of brewing knowledge and evolutionary changes in industry technology.
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Dr. Harmonie Bettenhausen
Editor-in-Chief, MBAA TQ
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Meet the Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Harmonie Bettenhausen is the Editor-in-Chief of MBAA Technical Quarterly and Faculty at the James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits at the University of Kentucky.
Her work focuses on brewing, distilling, fermentation, small grains, malt quality, and the chemistry that connects raw materials to finished products. Harmonie’s background spans food science, biochemistry, metabolomics, brewing, and applied beverage research. She works closely with students, researchers, brewers, maltsters, distillers, growers, and industry partners to better understand how ingredients and processes shape quality, flavor, performance, and consistency.
A Message to Contributors
"As editor, I am especially interested in making TQ a welcoming home for useful, applied, and technically sound work from across the brewing community. This includes technical notes, case studies, practical problem-solving pieces, and student work that connects research with day-to-day production."
Have an idea for TQ? Not sure if your project, article, or technical note is the right fit? Reach out. Harmonie is always happy to talk through ideas and help contributors find the best path forward.
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Editorial & Publications Committee
The Technical Quarterly is made possible by the following dedicated committee members and liaisons who ensure the strategic direction and technical excellence of the journal.
Committee Leadership
Committee Chair
Harmonie Bettenhausen
University of Kentucky |
EC Liaison
Steve Bradt
Hopsteiner |
EC Liaison
Molly Browning
Lallemand Brewing |
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Committee Members
| Travis Audet, Slant Six Consulting |
Ben Bailey, Troegs Brewing Co. |
| Roger Barth, Retired |
Robert Capitelli, Blue Point Brewing |
| Aljandro Cortes Gonzales, John I. Haas |
Glen Fox, University of California |
| Ashley Hale, Yakima Chief Ranches |
Gavin Harper, Golden Road Brewing |
| Mark Jaeggi, Sabhailteacht Solutions, LLC |
Ben Kehs, Deschutes Brewery |
| Peter Kruger, Mother Road Brewing Co |
James Larson, Retired |
| Ashton Lewis, RahrBSG |
Yin Li, Malteurop North America |
| Devin Smith, Clarion River Brewing Company |
Joseph Taylor, S.S. Steiner, Inc. |
| Matthew Winans, Fermentis |
Xiang Yin, Boort Malt |
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