Sierra Nevada vs Weihenstephaner on Lager Mashing

Tobias Zollo - Brew Master Weihenstapher
Scott Jennings - BrewMaster Sierra Nevada

Join me as I discuss lager mashing techniques with Tobias Zollo (Brewmaster Weihenstephaner) and Scott Jennings (BrewMaster Sierra Nevada).

●  How infusion mashing differs from decoction. 
●  When decoction mashing is preferred.  
●  When infusion mashing is preferred.

Commercial Calibration (online guided tasting)

Weihenstephaner Original Premium (original Helles)


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Tobias Zollo: First master brewer at the Weihenstephaner Brewery

Braumeister Tobias Zollo is not only one of the best technical Brewers on the planet, but as of 2015, he became the first master brewer at the Weihenstephan Brewery. Founded in 1040 Weihenstephan is the World's oldest continually operating brewery. 

Prior to Weihenstephan, Tobias apprenticed as a Maltser and brewer in Bavaria. He studied Brewing and Beverage Technology at Doemens Academy and IHKin Munich, Bavaria, Germany. He spent seven years as Brewmaster of Feldschlosschen the leading brewery in Switzerland (Carlsberg).

Scott Jennings Brewmaster VLB Berlin


Brewmaster at Sierra Nevada Brewery and expert for unique beer taste, He joined Sierra Nevada in 2001 after visiting apprenticeships with Young & Co.’s Brewery Plc. “The Ram Brewery” in London. He holds a Certified Brewmaster certificate from the prestigious brewing institute VLB Berlin. When he’s not brewing beer, he enjoys cycling and motorcycles. His favorite beer “Depends on the season and mood – but in general, I like any well-made example of any style. There is a time and place for every expertly-crafted beer style!”

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