Join us for an evening dedicated to the craft, cultivation, and flavours behind organic beer brewing.
Discover how hops are cultivated and transformed into exceptional beers, with:
- Guided tastings: sample a curated selection of local organic brews, including full-flavour 0.0% alcohol options, paired with a delicious menu of small plate dishes
- Sensory workshop: learn to identify hop varieties by aroma and master the basics of beer tasting with local experts
- Guest speaker talks: listen to local growers and brewers about sustainable hop cultivation and the future of organic brewing in our region
Our confirmed speakers are (left to right below) Professor Duncan Westbury, Dean of Land and Property Management; Arthur Wear, Head Brewer at Stroud Brewery; Will Rogers, Group Technical Director at Charles Faram & Co; and Donncha Burke, Senior Brewer at Hawkstone.
Please note that you must be over 18 years old to attend this event (please bring ID) and entry is by advance ticket only. Tickets include all guided tastings (including food), the sensory workshop and speaker talks. There will be 0% alcohol options available.
This a paid event with general admission £25 and RAU staff and student admission £20. Free parking is available on campus.