Brew School
Ever wondered how your favourite pint comes to life?
At Quirky Ales Brew School, we invite you behind the scenes of our working microbrewery in Garforth for a session of hands-on brewing, plenty of laughs, and maybe a few cheeky tasters along the way. This isn’t just a brewery tour – it’s your chance to roll up your sleeves and become the brewer.
Led by our passionate and slightly hop-obsessed head brewer, you’ll learn the full brewing process up to the all-important fermentation stage. From mashing in to transferring the wort to the fermenter, you’ll get stuck into every step using professional equipment and quality ingredients. Along the way, you’ll pick up a ton of brewing knowledge – and a healthy appreciation for the craft that goes into every pint.
What makes Brew School special is the experience itself: relaxed, sociable, and full of character. With around eight places per session, it’s an intimate and personal adventure, ideal for friends, family, or anyone looking for a unique day out. You don’t need to be a beer expert – just bring curiosity and a taste for something different. Whether you’re dreaming of brewing your own at home or just want to try something new (with a beer in hand), Brew School is a perfect mix of learning and leisure. And while the fermentation takes time, you’ll still leave with a head full of knowledge, a big smile, and the promise of freshly brewed beer waiting in the wings.
What’s Included in Your Brew School Experience:
- Meet & Greet – Start the day right with fresh coffee and a bacon sandwich in the brewery. The session starts at 9am and wraps up at around 1:30pm.
- Introductions – Meet your fellow brewers and the Quirky Ales team.
- Ask Anything – The session is fully interactive – ask questions at any time about the brewing process, ingredients, equipment, or anything ale-related.
- Brew Brainstorming – As a group, decide what style of ale you want to create together.
- Hops & Malts Masterclass – Learn about different malts, hops, yeast strains and choose your ingredients for the brew.
- Hands-On Brewing – Get stuck into every stage of the process right up to sealing the fermenter.
- Name Your Beer – Once it’s in the fermenter, it’s time to get creative and give your brew its official name.
- Ale Tasting in the Bar – Try some of Quirky Ales’ own creations in the taproom – purely for research, of course!
- Return & Celebrate – A few weeks later, your beer will be ready! Come back with friends to pick up your bottled beer (four per attendee) and also enjoy it served on hand-pull at the bar – brewed by you, poured by us.
- Return & Celebrate – A few weeks later, your beer will be ready! Come back with friends to pick up your bottled beer (four per attendee) and also enjoy it served on hand-pull at the bar – brewed by you, poured by us.
- Take Home an Engraved Quirky Ales Pint Glass – Each attendee gets a uniquely engraved Quirky Ales glass to enjoy their creation in style at home.
Ready to brew something brilliant?
Whether you’re treating yourself, planning a unique day out with friends, or looking for the perfect gift for a beer lover, Quirky Ales Brew School offers a hands-on, hop-filled experience you won’t forget. The session costs £80.00 per person and includes breakfast, tastings, expert guidance from our brewer, and your own engraved Quirky Ales pint glass to enjoy your creation at home.
If you’re looking for a great gift idea, we also offer Brew School vouchers that make a thoughtful present for birthdays, celebrations, or simply because. Spaces are limited to 8 people per session, so early booking is recommended. To book your place or purchase a voucher, please email us at simon@quirkyales.com and we’ll be happy to assist you.