Curt Basina, from Copper Crow Distillery, will discuss the fermentation and distillation of lactose sugar found in whey to produce ethanol. Basina will also focus on some of the issues faced using whey in distillation, including legal requirements associated with distillation.
Copper Crow uses dairy byproducts to produce award-winning spirits including vodka and gin produced from whey permeate. Whey spirits are also used in the production of their amaretto and aquavit.
Producers, dairy consultants and industry reps are encouraged to attend the free webinar from noon to 1 p.m. on May 15. The event is sponsored by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team.
Registration must be completed at least one hour prior to the program. Register online at https://go.iastate.edu/WHEY.
PHOTO: Two men clinking glasses together at counter in the pub (Photo: iStock – krisanapong detraphiphat)
