Master Fermenter

You can begin immediately after enrolling. The program is fully online and self-paced, so you can start at any time and study according to your own schedule.

Most students can complete the program in approximately four to six months with consistent study and practical work. However, there is no fixed deadline. You receive lifetime access, so you can progress at your own pace and revisit the lessons whenever needed.

No. The program begins with the fundamental principles of fermentation and gradually progresses toward more advanced techniques. It is suitable both for motivated beginners and for professionals who want to strengthen or expand their existing knowledge.

You can complete many of the first projects using basic kitchen equipment, fermentation containers, bottles and simple measuring tools. More advanced sections may involve equipment such as pH meters, hydrometers, keg systems or distillation equipment. Each lesson explains what is required before you begin.

The Academy covers fermented sodas, yeast starters, lactic fermentation, kombucha, fruit wines, mead, cider, low-alcohol beverages, distilled spirits, fermented cocktails, draft drinks and other forms of craft beverage development.

The core program is delivered primarily in English, with subtitles available in English, Spanish and Italian. Some dedicated lessons and Academy sessions are taught entirely in Spanish or Italian.

Follow-up support and private coaching sessions can be conducted in English, Spanish or Italian, as Federico speaks all three languages.

Yes. Your enrollment includes two private 1:1 coaching sessions with Federico. You can use these sessions to discuss your progress, troubleshoot a fermentation, review a beverage project or develop a professional concept. Coaching is available in English, Spanish or Italian.

Yes. Enrollment includes access to the Academy’s monthly classes, where new techniques, recipes, case studies and specialist topics are explored. These sessions allow the program to continue evolving beyond the core curriculum.

Yes. Students receive access to the Master Fermenter community, where they can share experiments, ask questions, compare results and connect with other beverage professionals and fermentation enthusiasts.

Yes. After completing the required lessons and final assessment, you will receive the Master Fermenter Certification issued by Master Fermenter Academy.

Yes. The program includes technical and creative knowledge that can be applied to menus, beverage brands, hospitality projects and small-scale production. However, commercial production must always comply with the food safety, alcohol, licensing and labeling regulations applicable in your country.

The program includes troubleshooting guidance for common fermentation problems, including slow or stopped fermentation, contamination, unusual aromas, excessive pressure and inconsistent results. You can also use the student community and Academy support to ask questions about your experiments.

You can choose between a one-time payment of €997 or three monthly payments of €347. The installment option consists of three payments only and is not a recurring subscription.

Payment by bank transfer or cryptocurrency is also available by arrangement. To use one of these methods, contact Federico directly at [email protected]

Yes. An invoice can be issued for accounting, tax or company compliance purposes. After completing your payment, contact [email protected] and provide your company’s legal name, billing address, tax or VAT number, country and any other information that must appear on the invoice.

Yes. Both payment options include lifetime access to the program, allowing you to revisit the lessons, recipes and training materials whenever you need them.

You can request a full refund within 14 days of enrollment if you decide that the program is not right for you. Refund requests must comply with the Academy’s refund terms and conditions.