4 Days of Foraging & Brewing Beer in Brussels

Explore Brussels' scenic landscapes and forests while learning to identify diverse wild edible plants.

1. Hands-on instruction on harvesting techniques and sustainable foraging practices.

2. Expert-led sessions on brewing beer using wild plants, unlocking unique flavors and aromas

3. Delight your palate with freshly brewed beer crafted from your foraged ingredients.

4. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention and ample time for questions.
   

Join us on this unforgettable journey blending nature, education, and beer crafting in the heart of Brussels!

WHO?

Jordan Keeper fell in love with making beer in Texas 15 years ago. Since then, he traveled around Europe, learning how to make unique and tasty beers. He became really good at making funky brews and exploring lambic brewing secrets, designing them for companies like Brussels Beer Project. Now, Jordan wants to share what he's learned with others who love beer. He's excited to teach people about brewing and show them all the cool things he knows. Get ready to learn from him and enjoy some amazing beer!

Ben Brumagne is Belgium’s most famous wild food forager, founder of Forest To Plate and author of ‘het wildplukboek"‘. After numerous travels around the world, learning about plants, he started teaching some 10 years ago and has since opened up a new world of flavors to thousands of people.

Welcome to a year-long adventure that combines the best of two worlds: brewing and wild edible plant foraging! Our “forage & ferment course” is designed for enthusiasts who want to explore the art of making beer using wild edible plants.

Over the course of the year, you will embark on a journey through the seasons, discovering the diverse flavors and aromas that nature has to offer. During this course, you will visit several breweries and forage in different areas.

Join us on this extraordinary journey through the seasons, where you’ll master the art of brewing beer with wild edible plants and connect with nature in a unique way. Whether you’re a seasoned brewer or a complete novice, this course offers an unforgettable experience in the world of wild edible plants and beer making.

SCHEDULE

• Monday 15/04, 7-10pm Brussels - snacks included

  intro
  brewing basics
  tasting a variety of wild beers, wild plant intro + first brewing basics

  tasting several wild beers

• Monday 20/05 (Holiday) 10-4pm Near Brussels - lunch included

  foraging walk
  spring plants
  wild plants lunch & beers
  beer making

• Wednesday 17/06, 7-10pm Brussels - snacks included

  essential oil flavors and summer plants
  beer making

  tasting beer

• Thursday 4/11, 7-10pm Brussels - snacks included

  visit to lambic brewery
  autumn fruits

  tasting several lambics

PRICE

• €399 incl vat/btw/tva

• Included are:

  • all the locations of visits

  • 3 x snacks provided

  • 1 wild food lunch on monday 20th

  • all the needed materials

  • and of course, loads of beer

PRACTICAL

• Activities will take place in and around Brussels

• Activities will take place on monday’s

• Prior to each activity an email will be sent with all the needed info

• need an invoice? Just send us an email with your business details!

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