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- LanguagePortuguese, English
- Duration2 days / 8h30
- DifficultyBeginner
- Next Date06/12/2025
Discover the art and science of craft beer brewing in this two-day immersive workshop that combines traditional fermentation techniques with modern craft innovation. Learn how to transform simple ingredients (water, malt, hops, and yeast) into exceptional beers, from crisp lagers to bold ales, through both theoretical study and hands-on brewing practice.
Set in the inspiring natural environment of Eco Aldeia do Vale, this comprehensive brewing experience guides participants through the complete process, from grain milling to fermentation and packaging, while exploring beer history, fermentation science, yeast microbiology, and sensory evaluation. Whether you’re a beginner or a curious enthusiast, this workshop proves that anyone can brew great beer with the right knowledge and attention to detail.
What You’ll Learn
The workshop combines theory and practice, covering:
🍺 Beer history and fermentation science fundamentals
🍺 Yeast microbiology and the differences between ales and lagers
🍺 Sanitation protocols for high-quality brewing
🍺 Sensory evaluation skills to identify flavors and brewing issues
🍺 Full hands-on brewing process — from ingredient preparation to final packaging
Why Join
Perfect for beer enthusiasts, beginners, or aspiring brewers wanting to understand both the science and creativity of brewing. Ideal for those seeking a comprehensive, community-oriented learning experience in a natural setting that fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and hands-on skill-building.
What’s Included
🍺 Complete theoretical and practical brewing instruction
🍺 All meals included across both workshop days
🍺 Educational materials and guided tasting sessions
🍺 Access to Eco Aldeia do Vale’s beautiful natural environment
🍺 Free camping (bring your own equipment), hot showers, and Wi-Fi
Accommodation: Free camping at Eco Aldeia do Vale
Duration: Two days of immersive brewing education
Related Tags: Fauna & Flora, Eco-Nature, Ecology, Outdoor, Pet Friendly, Plants
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This project began in 2016 and is the environmental hub of CENEA, the Explosive Circuit Association, driven by the desire to provoke significant changes in how we live and view planet Earth.
We are a research center dedicated to regeneration, offering comprehensive training in areas such as permaculture, agroecology, regenerative agriculture, natural building, water landscapes, personal development, and much more.
Located in the municipality of Sintra, near the border with Mafra, in a place called Barreiros, the project encountered a sad and abandoned site marked by the passage of time. However, the peace and beauty found in this place inspired us.
Our Vision:
We believe in a better world! We envision an ecologically balanced and abundant planet, where all forms of life are respected. We believe that to see change, we need to be part of it, and together we can make a difference in the environment around us.
Our Mission:
We aim to create ecologically stable and abundant landscapes, using agroecological techniques and principles to promote the health of the planet and meet human needs (water, food, shelter, and energy). We offer specialized training in agroecology, permaculture, and sustainability. Our goal is not only to disseminate our beliefs but also to build an exemplary space that demonstrates techniques for a more sustainable life.
Our Ethics and Values:
Care for the Earth
Care for People
Fair Share
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Lindsay Renaud
4 months agoI can't recommend enough choosing Aldeia do Vale for your permaculture design course (PDC). You'll be welcomed into a kind and generous Portuguese family that is deeply knowledgeable, passionate, and has so much knowledge and experience to share, including from regenerating and stewarding the beautiful land on which Aldeia do Vale is situated. Another highlight is that the course is bilingual (Portuguese/English), providing a unique opportunity for learning and cultural exchange. This was the best experiential learning course I've ever taken.
Carmen Berimbau
7 months agoThe place where we transform ourselfs individually, while evolving as an extended global family with the greater intention of balancing ourselfs AGAIN with nature.
Michiel van Lookeren Campagne
a year agoWe went for a fun mushroom cultivation course. Very nice and relaxed experience, including the ability to make your own growing kit and take it home.
P.I. Hublou
4 years agoThough largely said to be self-organising the setting was well prepared to accommodate its student-guests. Our hosts were most interesting and enjoyable people. There was a good balance between what was taught more academically and exercises and fieldwork.
Maria Ana Martins
a year agoJust loved this mushroom workshop, learned so much in a wonderful place, surrounded by nature all over, Silvia its just a enthusiastic connoisseur 👌 all the staff is so friendly and helpful. Can't wait to be back again at Aldeia do Vale