Deep Dive Series
Non-Alc and Low-Alc Brewing
Take a deep dive into the fundamentals of brewing non-alcoholic beer, from formulation through fermentation as well as food safety and packaging. Top brewers in the space will share their approaches to each facet of the Non-Alc and Low-Alc brewing and packaging process.
One of the biggest growth markets and brighest spots in craft beer today is non-alcoholic and low-alcohol brewing. From young to old, more and more craft beer drinkers are looking to add a mix of non-alcohol and low-alcohol beverages to their regular consumption—whether that's replacing regular-strength beer some nights, or mixing non-alc and low-alcohol beers in between full-strength beers—but they're not willing to give up flavor and quality to do so.
But as every brewer knows, fermentation and alcohol itself provide some rather important flavor, aroma, and textural components to beer, and rebuilding those components through other ingredients and methods poses a challenge. Similarly, packaging non-alc and low-alc beer requires added precautions for safety and stability.
Through panel discussions held daily for three days in February, we'll break down the fundamental methods of non-alc and low-alcohol brewing, with a focus on the "Three F's": formulation, fermentation, and finish. Learn from influential brewers both big and small about how they've built recipes, how they've achieved fermentation and flavor without producing alcohol (or through removing it post-fermentation), and how those brewers maintain consistency, integrity, lifespan, and safety in packaged non-alc and low-alcohol beer.
Whether you're looking to expand your brewery’s portfolio or simply master the mechanics of this demanding style, this series will provide the essential knowledge to brew non-alcoholic beer that actually tastes like beer. Sign up today to join for the live and interactive discussions.
Register for This Deep Dive Series
Feb 9 – Feb 11, 2026
Sessions
1. Formulation: Non-Alc Recipe and Ingredients
A thorough look into the ingredients and hot side processes brewers are using to make compelling, flavorful non-alc craft beer.
Featuring:
Jamie Bogner
Cofounder + Editorial Director, Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine®
Shawn Cooper
Cofounder, Halfway Crooks
Chris Lohring
Founder, Notch Brewing
Craig Thomas
MSc. Master Cicerone® - Technical Sales Manager, Abstrax
2. Fermentation: Non-Alc Cold Side Yeast Selection & Process
Successful fermentation is a cornerstone to great non-alc and low-alc beer. Learn how leading pros use a variety of methods and different approaches to yeast selection to achieve desired outcomes in a range of beer styles.
Featuring:
Jamie Bogner
Cofounder + Editorial Director, Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine®
Dr. Peter Bircham
Head of Research & Development, Garage Project
Kevin Lane
Technical Sales Support Manager, Fermentis
3. Finish: Non-Alc Stabilization, Safety & Packaging
Food safety and packaging integrity is crucial for non-alc and low-alc beer that doesn't have the benefit of alcohol's preservative properties.
Featuring:
Jamie Bogner
Cofounder + Editorial Director, Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine®
Jeremy Rudolf
VP of Operations, Best Day
Chris O’Connor
VP of Brewery Operations, Prost Brewing
Chad Urlaub
Director of Business Development, Techniblend
Featuring:
Jamie Bogner
Cofounder + Editorial Director, Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine®
Craig Thomas
MSc. Master Cicerone® - Technical Sales Manager, Abstrax
Chad Urlaub
Director of Business Development, Techniblend
Kevin Lane
Technical Sales Support Manager, Fermentis
Shawn Cooper
Cofounder, Halfway Crooks
Chris Lohring
Founder, Notch Brewing
Jeremy Rudolf
VP of Operations, Best Day
Chris O’Connor
VP of Brewery Operations, Prost Brewing
Chad Urlab
Director of Business Development, Techniblend
Dr. Peter Bircham
Head of Research & Development, Garage Project
Sponsors:
Abstrax Hops
Abstrax develops advanced hop and flavor solutions that give beverage makers precise control over flavor and aroma. Abstrax hop extracts and terpene-based profiles deliver consistent, true hop character across beer and non-alcoholic beverages with less waste and more predictability.
PakTech
PakTech is a U.S.-based leader in sustainable secondary packaging solutions for the beverage industry. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Eugene, Oregon, the company designs and manufactures 100% recycled and 100% recyclable injection-molded HDPE handles and application equipment that make multi-pack cans and bottles easy to carry and display. PakTech’s eco-focused approach helps craft breweries and other beverage makers reduce waste and meet sustainability goals with durable, consumer-friendly packaging that supports both large brands and emerging producers.
Crafted ERP
Crafted ERP is the beverage industry's go-to business platform that handles any liquid you create -- from non-alc to beer to spirits and more -- in one AI-powered system. Untap your potential and future-proof your strategy with total visibility into COGS, production, compliance, operational and financial data -- all in a unified platform accessible on-demand anytime from anywhere. Learn more at CraftedERP.com.
Fermentis
Fermentis is a global fermentation specialist and a business unit of the Lesaffre Group focused on yeast and fermentation solutions for the beverage industry. With deep expertise in active dry yeast and yeast derivatives, Fermentis supplies brewers, winemakers, distillers, and other fermented beverage producers with consistent, high-performance strains designed to unlock flavor, improve fermentation reliability, and support a wide range of styles — from crisp lagers and bold ales to ciders and spirits. Brewers around the world rely on Fermentis’ innovative products and technical support to craft beers with predictable results and expressive character.
Oktober
At Oktober Design, we build precision canning equipment for professional beverage producers and serious small-batch operators who care about reliability, serviceability, and real-world performance. We also simplify packaging with custom pre-labeled cans, brite cans, and flexible ordering options, supported by real human service.
TechniBlend
TechniBlend is a recognized market leader in the beverage, brewing, personal care, and liquid processing and production industries. We design, manufacture, and support high-quality, fully automated systems and solutions including turnkey ingredient batching and blending systems, multi-stream inline and continuous blending systems, deaeration and carbonation solutions, and alcohol and non-alcohol processing units, as well as pasteurization technologies for the food and beverage markets. TechniBlend innovations also include blending and processing systems for personal care companies, helping them successfully bring their new products and formulations to market.