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Brooks' talk on the History of Craft Beer in California will take a fond look back at the past nearly 50 years since Anchor Brewery was bought by Fritz Maytag , and the landscape of craft beer has exploded since, from the pioneers who started New Albion, Sierra Nevada and Triple Rock to today's 400+ breweries throughout the Golden State.

The alcohol beverage industry is one of the most regulated businesses in the country. It is made up of an odd set of regulations that date back to the repeal of Prohibition which often baffle and confuse even industry veterans. Find out the history of these laws and why and how they were meant to help - and not hinder the craft brewing industry.

Certified, Advanced, & Master Cicerones are beer professionals who have passed a rigorous examination. But what does having a Cicerone on staff really mean for your business? An educated staff can help control costs, plan menus, train staff, connect with your customers, and more.

There are close to 50 breweries in the Sacramento region – and growing quickly. Find out from a panel of area brewery owners why Sacramento has suddenly surged and their thoughts on how much the growth will continue.

Homebrewing is easier than you think. American Homebrewers Association director Gary Glass will walk you through the basics of ingredients, equipment, and process. Gary will share tips from his 20+ years of experience as a homebrewer to help ensure your first batch turns out great.

Brewing is a science. And an art. It is both complex and complicated; a mosaic of hop, barley and yeast varieties, brewing techniques and creativity. Dr. Bamforth will discuss how beer is made and what makes a good beer.

Listen to the stories and history of the early days in the San Diego craft brewing scene with Chris Cramer, co-founder of Karl Strauss Brewing Co. Back in the mid-1980s, San Diego was void of the thriving beer scene it has today. In fact, the city had not seen fresh beer since Prohibition, and the term “craft beer” didn’t exist. But that wasn’t going to stop Chris Cramer and Matt Rattner; two young entrepreneurs eager to change the status quo. Inspired by a brewpub Chris came upon while traveling through Australia, the pair had a dream: bring local, handcrafted beer back to San Diego. Hear their story and what's next for the SD craft beer community.

Brewmaster Matt Brynildson from Firestone Walker will cover the various beer types that you can age at home and the best techniques to store the beer for maximum quality & taste!