SIKARU
BEER CONNOISSEURS
SIKARU
BEER CONNOISSEURS
Workshops
We are not a bar, neither a brewery nor a beer shop. The workshops are held in collaboration with alcohol production/serving/selling licensed venues.
Beer and food pairing - the foundation principles of the perfect meal
What are the three C’s (contrast, complement and palate cleansing) and how to work out the perfect marriage between beer and food?
What beer style will go best with my flagship dish?
We will digest the theory in small bites of great food and beers!
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Beer tasting - a story of balance
During this intimate workshop, we will guide you through the main ingredients of beer and learn to distinguish how each of them contributes to the balanced beverage.
We will learn how to use our five senses to taste beer and discover the process of beer evaluation.
We will talk about traditional beer styles versus modern trends and taste examples of both.
The history of beer
and brewing a journey to the creation of civilization
“He was a wise man who invented beer” -plato (ancient Greek Philosopher)
From Gilgamesh to Gambrinus through the Piramades and infamous roman emperors.
Disclaimer: don’t worry - it’s not really a history course!
We will share fun facts about brewing in Ancient times and the people behind some of the most quoted beer citations.
The brave ones can also discover what beer tasted like 5000 years ago!
Beer aging and cellaring - not just wine
In this unique workshop we will learn the basic principles of beer cellaring.
What styles are favorable for aging? What conditions are important and the million dollar question - do we keep bottles vertically or horizontally ?
We will also open fresh and aged bottles of the same beer and compare the evolution of the beer with time.
Homebrewing - anyone can do it
In this workshop we will teach you how to make beer at home.
A basic kit doesn’t cost a lot, the process is straightforward and the results can be outstanding, even the first batch!
This workshop is divided into two parts: first we brew and after two weeks we bottle.
During those two weeks we will let the yeast work its magic of turning our wort into beer.
You will then take home the bottles of your first homebrewed beer and you will also be offered to buy a brewing kit for reduced price.
Cooking with beer - Belgian delicacy and beyond
Just like wine, beer is a key ingredient in many cuisines!
Beer can elevate an otherwise ordinary dish to new levels!
Think of a Guinness chocolate cake, to name one.
In this workshop we will prepare a three course meal using recipes such as: Lapin à la kriek, Flemish Carbonnades cooked with trappist beer, Crème “brew”-lée, Birramisu and more.
We will keep our palates entertained during the workshop with special beers and in the end we will have a royal lunch or dinner.
Guided Tours
Craft beer in the holy land - not quite what you thought
A tailor made tour to explore the modern Israeli craft beer scene.
We will visit breweries and taprooms, meet the brewers and get an exclusive peek behind the scenes of nano brewing and recipe designing.
The tour includes a special chef meal where every dish will be served with the beer of its ingredient. Craft beer in the holy land - not quite what you thought.
Craft beer around the world - join the revolution
Did you know that Vietnam and Hong-Kong have the most effervescent craft beer scenes? Have you ever bathed in a beer-spa?
From Belgium - The land of Geuze, to the magnificent farmhouse brewing of Scandinavia, from Germany’s Reinheitsgebot history to its eclectic and modern brewing scene. From Eastern Europe's greatest value for money to the American pioneer breweries where craft beer was born.
We will visit breweries, legendary pubs and local museums.
We will dine in hidden gems of which you may have not heard before but for sure you will want to come back for more.
You set the dates, the location and the budget and we take care of the rest.
Collaborations and Consultations
We offer our expertise and beer cellar to numerous other activities:
Independent “beercation” planning
QC - final product auditing/quality control for craft breweries
Secondary market value assessment
Rare bottles swap (trading)
Bottle share events
Pricing and General info
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No fixed tariffs. All workshops and prices are tailor made.
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After your inquiry we would be happy to provide you with a quote.
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Some of the activities are seasonal. All the activities are subject to availability.
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Some workshops can be given on our premises or on the client’s premises while others require a designated venue/location.
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Do not hesitate to contact us for more details.