American Society of Brewing Chemists (ASBC)

10/13/2026

Missed our September 30 live event? Our recent webinar on h**p beverage regulation is now on demand. Christopher Lackner of the H**p Beverage Alliance discusses state vs. federal rules, key policy developments, and what's next for the category.

ASBC members can watch for FREE now: https://www.asbcnet.org/events/webinars/Pages/state-h**p-beverages.aspx

**pBeverages

10/09/2026

Arkansas understands the value of rice in acres, bushels, and exports. Dr. Scott Lafontaine of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is asking a different question: What if we also measured its value by pints?

Arkansas has long understood the value of rice in acres, bushels and export markets. Dr. Scott Lafontaine of the University of Arkansas

10/02/2026

No hops, no b**r: heat and drought are hitting hop fields in Austria and Germany, as well as spring barley for malt. Is a b**r shortage looming? Farmers and brewers are testing irrigation and switching to winter barley.

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No hops, no b**r: heat and drought are hitting hop fields in Austria and Germany, as well as spring barley for malt. Is a b**r shortage looming? Farmers and brewers are testing irrigation and switching to winter barley.

10/01/2026

Missed the live event on September 15? "A Practical Guide to Managing Geosmin Risk from Grain" is now available on demand. Learn how grain storage, handling, and bin auditing can help reduce off-flavor risk in beverage production.

ASBC members and webinar registrants can access the recording today: https://www.asbcnet.org/events/webinars/Pages/Geosmin-Risk.aspx

09/30/2026

Last call! Join us tomorrow at 11 a.m. CT to get h**p beverage regulation explained by Christopher Lackner of the H**p Beverage Alliance. Free for ASBC members!

Save your spot now: https://www.asbcnet.org/events/webinars/Pages/state-h**p-beverages.aspx

**pBeverages

09/28/2026

What can your brewery evaluate using sensory testing? “Sensory: Practical Brewing Science,” edited by Craig Thomas and Lauren Torres, explores methods that can be applied to:

• Raw materials
• B**r during production
• Finished products
• Customer complaints
• Research and development

Written by professionals with daily brewery experience, the handbook focuses on applying sensory tools to practical questions and production challenges.

Save $14 on this new title through September 30! Learn more: https://my.asbcnet.org/ASBCStore/ASBCStore/Product-Detail.aspx?iProductCode=96551&WebsiteKey=c6851855-80ea-47cf-9f71-647744bd0529

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**rQuality

09/25/2026

Rice is receiving renewed attention as a brewing ingredient, but what does that variety of formats mean when storing? In this article, Maddie Shults, University of Arkansas, explores which rice formats can sit longer without hurting b**r flavor, and which ones demand tighter control.

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ASBC provides Analytical, scientific process control methods to ensure high quality and safety standards, Science-based approaches and solutions to industry-wide issues, Scientific support to evaluate...

09/24/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 ASBC & CIBD Meeting Poster Competition winners! From innovative aroma analysis to bourbon barrel char and alternative b**r adjuncts, this year’s presenters showcased research that is helping shape the future of brewing and distilling.

Join us in celebrating the winners, finalists, presenters who shared their work, sponsors, and all volunteers who helped manage the competition in Seattle.

https://www.asbcnet.org/events/2026Meeting/Present/Pages/Poster-Competition.aspx

09/18/2026

Could wild yeast help create a more nutritious b**r? Researchers are using naturally occurring strains to create more nutritious brews and advance fermentation science. Read more:

The integration of wild yeast in brewing is transforming b**r, enabling the creation of nutritionally enhanced drinks through natural fermentation processes.

09/17/2026

Stay current with the science shaping brewing and beverage production. ASBC membership provides ongoing professional development through live and on-demand learning opportunities.

As a member, you receive:
🍻 Complimentary access to ASBC webinars
🍻 Education on quality assurance, analytical methods, and regulations
🍻 Specialized training for brewing and beverage laboratories
🍻 Member registration rates for ASBC meetings

From early-career professionals to experienced scientists, ASBC education can help you keep pace with industry advancements.

Invest in your expertise—join ASBC today: https://www.asbcnet.org/Membership/pages/default.aspx