Young brewer from Wurmlingen wins federal award for top beer!

Young brewer from Wurmlingen wins federal award for top beer!

A young man from Wurmlingen recently caused a sensation in the dazzling world of beer. Henry Fehrenbach, only 22 years old, was awarded an excellent grade of 1.3 at the German Craft Championships and is now chamber winner in the brewer and maltster category. Such an award is not only a personal triumph, but a significant step in the career of an aspiring brewer. As the Swabian newspaper reports, Fehrenbach himself took an unconventional path to gain a foothold in this profession.

Originally stumbling upon the craft of brewing by chance, the young man proactively applied to the Hirschbrauerei Wurmlingen. There he became part of a small, dynamic team, although of the original two apprentices only he remained. True to the motto: “Life is not a dream concert,” Henry commutes about 40 minutes every day from his home in Hilzingen to the brewery and has already acquired a lot of knowledge and experience in the art of brewing beer.

The brewer's profession

So what exactly does the job of a modern brewer involve? The job not only involves simply mixing ingredients, but also understanding complex processes in the brewery. This is a facility for the production of fermented drinks, especially beer, as shown on Wikipedia is to be read. A brewer must have both mastery of the brewery and a good knowledge of the technical systems. At the Hirschbrauerei, Henry is primarily entrusted with the production of Pils, Helles and Gold and works in the basement at the filtration systems, where it is often cool and loud.

Filtration itself is an art in itself; Fehrenbach uses both kieselguhr for coarse depth filtration and finer surface filters. These processes are not only important for clarifying the beer, but also crucial for its taste. With a clear goal in mind, he plans to stay at the Hirschbrauerei for a long time before taking his next steps in the industry.

A man of many talents

But Henry Fehrenbach is not just a talented brewer; his interests are extremely diverse. In addition to his work in the brewery, he assists on a farm and actively plays the trumpet in the Hilzingen music club, where he also serves on the board. This means his everyday life remains colorful and varied, which also helps him to cope with the stressful everyday work in the brewery.

When it comes to his beer preferences, he is open to the current trend towards non-alcoholic beers. The brewery also already brews Christmas beer, which is darker and more malty - a good insight into the creative side of brewing. It is exciting to see how the brewing profession has changed over the years, particularly with technological developments such as the introduction of artificial refrigeration in 1876, which was a turning point in brewing technology Wikipedia notes.

Overall, Henry's career shows not only how important a passion for brewing is, but also what creative aspects are hidden in the industry. The profession not only offers challenges, but also the opportunity to realize oneself in a traditional craft - a combination that is very popular today.