What creates a banana flavour in beer? How does exposure to light change the smell of a beer? Find out at our beer tasting workshop with The Art of Tasting’s Sietze Wijma DipWSET.
Event details
Hundreds of different flavour and aroma compounds have been identified in beer, which can be traced back to beer ingredients and brewing methods.
At this unique workshop, flavour chemistry specialist Sietze Wijma – who boasts an MSc in Sensory Science – will explain the origins of 10 important flavour compounds in beer and teach you to recognise them. You'll also discover your personal sensitivity to various compounds.
The compounds that will be discussed include diacetyl, 4-VG and 3-MBT. (Not sure what these are? Don't worry, you'll learn all about them in the session!)
How will it work? You will be given 11 samples of the same neutral base beer, where 10 samples have a single flavour compound added. After you have tried all flavours, you will practice their identification through a blind tasting exercise. The session will conclude with a blending activity.
This is the perfect event for any intermediate-level beer students or enthusiasts looking to take their tasting ability to the next level!
Tasting level
Intermediate: An in-depth exploration of a particular topic. Some prior knowledge is beneficial – such as a WSET Level 2 qualification – but these sessions will be enjoyable and educational for anyone with an interest in the subject.
About the presenter, Sietze Wijma
Sietze is a wine and beer enthusiast, based in the Netherlands. With his company The Art of Tasting he delivers unique tastings, shares his knowledge about flavour chemistry and helps people become better tasters. He has previously worked in England for a producer of flavour chemicals. Sietze is a student for the WSET Diploma, is an Advanced Cicerone®️, and has a MSc in Sensory Science.
Booking terms and conditions
Payment in full must be made at the time of booking and places are not confirmed until payment has been received. Unfortunately we cannot take provisional bookings.
Cancellations and transfers
- Cancellations and transfers can be made up to two weeks before the event.
- Cancellations within 10 working days are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another event.
- If you need to change a name on the booking, please give us as much notice as possible.
- WSET School London reserves the right to cancel an event. If necessary, a full refund or transfer will be offered.
Please note: The sample list and speaker/s may be subject to change.