Summary: Michael interviews Ryan Daley, a Master Cicerone at The High End Beer. Ryan walks us through how he became a Master Cicerone, how to enjoy Craft Beer and food pairings.<br><br>Knowledge Area Responsibilities<br><br>Candidates for Master Cicerone certification must demonstrate encyclopedic knowledge and an in-depth understanding of all issues related to brewing, beer and beer service.<br><br>The full Master Cicerone Syllabus is your guide to preparation. All of the resources recommended for the Certified Cicerone® and Advanced Cicerone® exams should be considered in your preparation for the Master exam.<br><br>Expectations for Master Cicerone candidates:<br><br>In-depth theoretical and hands-on knowledge of draft systems is required, with a special emphasis on troubleshooting and draft system design.<br><br>Mastery of beer styles is expected with detailed knowledge of the current BJCP guidelines and familiarity with other style systems as well.<br><br>Tasting experience with a wide range of beers and styles is a must. Candidates should be familiar with a catalog of commercial examples for each style and have the ability to describe their flavors. Travel to classic beer producing areas in Europe can be highly beneficial.<br><br>Assessment of off-flavor recognition using AROXA™ flavor standards should be undertaken so that you have mastered recognition of all the off-flavors mentioned in the syllabus. You should also be able to describe unfamiliar off-flavors using specific and descriptive language.<br><br>Candidates must demonstrate detailed knowledge of the brewing process and its many variations with an emphasis on the sources of flavors in beer and a clear knowledge of how changes in the brewing process might change the flavor of the finished beer. Brewing beer alone or with partners can help to ensure thorough knowledge of the brewing process.<br><br>Candidates will be asked to complete a number of pairing and chef-collaboration exercises relating beer with food. Experience preparing and presenting beer and food pairing events in collaboration with chefs and/or brewers is strongly recommended.<br><br>Throughout the exam, candidates will be expected to describe beer (and food) flavors using vivid and specific terms that accurately cover the full spectrum of flavor while remaining within the reach of consumer understanding.<br><br><br>Subscribe to Craft Beer Storm Podcast iTunes: <br><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-beer-storm/id1438117278?mt=2" rel="noopener">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-beer-storm/id1438117278?mt=2</a><br><br>Michael Potorti is the Host of Craft Beer Storm and Founder/Brewer at Beara Brewing Co. in Portsmouth, NH<br><br>Michael Potorti<br>Founder/Brewer<br>Host of "Craft Beer Storm" Podcast<br><a href="mailto:michael@craftbeerstorm.com">michael@craftbeerstorm.com</a><br><a href="mailto:michael@bearairishbrew.com">michael@bearairishbrew.com</a><br><br>*** Come visit our brewery for some delicious local craft brew! ***<br><br>Beara Brewing Co.<br>2800 Lafayette Road<br>Portsmouth, NH 03801<br>Tel. (857) 342-3272<br> <br><a href="http://www.bearairishbrew.com" rel="noopener">www.bearairishbrew.com</a><br> <br>Like us on<br><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bearairishbrew/?hl=en" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/bearairishbrew/?hl=en</a><br><br><br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BearaIrishBrewingCo" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/BearaIrishBrewingCo</a><br> <br>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/BearaIrishBrew" rel="noopener">https://twitter.com/BearaIrishBrew</a><br> <br>Linked In: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/beara-brewing-co-30776075/" rel="noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/beara-brewing-co-30776075/</a><br><br>**LISTEN to our Craft Beer Storm Podcast and share with a friend**<br><br>Craft...
