Webinar- Field to Glass: Ethyl Carbamate Formation and Control in Spirits
$59.00
Description
When?: Thursday, January 30th from 3-4 PM Eastern
How Much?: Complimentary to ACSA members; $59 for non-members
What?: Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or an industry newbie, you may have heard some recent buzz about a certain molecule: ethyl carbamate. Since the 80’s when it was first discovered in alcoholic beverages, this probable carcinogen has become a growing concern in craft spirits, particularly in the emerging category of American single malt. So what exactly is ethyl carbamate, and where does it come from?
In this webinar we’ll explore the sources of ethyl carbamate, how it gets in our spirits, and what you can do to mitigate it in your own distillery.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate level for production – there is some chemistry knowledge necessary for this webinar, but it will be presented as accessible as possible for a larger audience.