Todd Olander

Todd Olander


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Video Tip: Making Malt from What Nature Gives You

No two barleys are identical, so the maltster must adjust. Root Shoot head maltster Mike Myers explains how different varieties, harvests, and the weather all affect the process of making quality malt for distillers and brewers.

Video Tip: Carefully Cultivating Corn for Craft Distillers

Root Shoot founder Todd Olander explains what they look for when selecting varieties and growing corn for craft distillers.

Video Tip: Evaluating Grain Quality for Craft Malt

Root Shoot founder Todd Olander and head maltster Mike Myers discuss working with farmers and using their senses to get the best grains they can to make high-quality malts for distillers and brewers.

Video Tip: Germinating and Kilning Malt for Craft Distillers

Root Shoot founder Todd Olander and head maltster Mike Myers describe the slow, careful germination process and the kilning temperatures involved in producing high-quality malt for distillers.

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