Moonshine University
Blending Workshop
$2,495.00
In this two-day workshop, our industry experts will delve into the intricacies of blending aged spirits, focusing on whiskey and rum, teaching you to make seamless blends of craft spirits. This class will cover the practical application of blending methods, applicable to both small producers and commercially-sized facilities alike.
*Please note – Class registrations will close three business days before the class date.
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Consulting
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Product Development
Sensory Evaluation
Blending Workshop
Course Overview
Over the course of the class, you will learn all about blending theory and practice in aged spirits. This workshop is not limited to the books alone, as you will be guided through multiple hands-on blending exercises in our distillery, which is built specifically for teaching. You will learn information across a variety of topics to start your blending journey, from theory to practical application. Moonshine University gives you the tools needed to develop a product and build a blending program to manage your stock of spirits. In these two days, you'll learn everything you need to know to move forward with building a strong, successful, and consistent blending program at your facility or for your brand.
What You'll Learn
In addition to gaining valuable insights on the intricacies of blending whiskey and rum, we'll take an in-depth look at:
- Multiple hands-on blending exercises
- Goals, overview, & value of blending
- Principles of blending
- Fundamentals of blending
- Product development
- Whiskey styles
- Rum styles
- Flavor wheels and tools for flavor creation
- Barrel & wood policy
- Stock management
- Logistics of blending and blending programs
- Warehouse management
- Space & equipment needed for blending
- How to build a blending program
- Options available for blending
- How to turn stories into liquid
Who This Class Is For
Whiskey & Rum Enthusiasts
Industry Professionals & Production Team Members
Distillery Owners & Operators
Lab Techs & Quality Team Members
Matt Strickland
How to Create Unique Products with Blending
The use of blending in craft distilling is an immensely versatile skill! Discover how you can utilize these techniques from our Blending Workshop instructor and Whiskey expert, Matt Strickland.
Luis Ayala
Financial Benefits of Blending
The art of blending your aged spirits is more than just a distilling technique; it can also be a key strategy for your business. Learn the financial impact of proper blending from Luis Ayala, Moonshine University's Blending Workshop instructor and expert Rum distiller.
High Proof Education
Hands-On Blending Exercises
Current Industry Insights
Review of Business Strategies
"Successful distillery owners and operators must pay attention to every aspect of their operations. My mission as a trainer/consultant is to demystify the process and to empower them to increase the overall quality of the output in the most efficient way possible."
Luis Ayala
COO & Cellar Master, Rum Central
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