Community Education of the Black Hills

Celebrate American Homebrewers Association annual "Learn to Homebrew Day" with this hands-on class led by experienced members of the Ale Riders Homebrew Club, bringing 30+ years of homebrewing expertise. Participants will observe and assist in brewing an All Grain 5-gallon batch of beer, while learning the fundamentals of the brewing process. Topics include essential equipment, ingredients (grains, hops, yeast, and adjuncts), water profiles, fermentation, and proper cleaning and sanitizing. The class also includes guided discussion and a Q&A session, making it perfect for beginners or anyone interested in starting their homebrewing journey. Note: Please bring a valid ID for age verification (21+). Participants are encouraged to bring paper and pencil for note-taking. For safety reasons, no open-toed shoes are permitted.