Episode 358: Lager Sensory at von Trapp

About this episode

The episode discusses how von Trapp utilizes sensory analysis to enhance their lager production, featuring guest Jack Van Paepeghem.

How von Trapp uses sensory to lock in lagers. Special Guest: Jack Van Paepeghem. Sponsored By: Hopsteiner : Proximity Malt : BSG : Berkeley Yeast : The Lupulin Exchange : Links: Locking in Your Lager program: A Sensory Perspective — MBAA District Presentation Best Practices in Lager Production at von Trapp Brewing — MBAA District Presentation Brewery Packaging Technology — Master Brewers Courses Upcoming Events - Master Brewers Calendar Join Master Brewers 2026 Master Brewers Conference — October 22-24: Virginia Beach, VA

People in this episode

Guest: Jack Van Paepeghem

Topics covered

• lager production
• sensory analysis
• brewing techniques
• guest interview
• craft beer

Keywords

• lager
• sensory
• brewing
• von Trapp
• craft beer
• MBAA
• brewing technology

Sponsors

Hopsteiner, Proximity Malt, BSG, Berkeley Yeast, The Lupulin Exchange

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: MBAA

Books & works: Locking in Your Lager program: A Sensory Perspective, Best Practices in Lager Production at von Trapp Brewing, Brewery Packaging Technology

Places: Virginia Beach, VA

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