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BDAS,LLC2017

ANALYTICAL SERVICES CATALOGANALYTICAL SERVICES CATALOG

VERSION ‘17-1.1

BREWING&

DISTILLINGANALYTICAL

SERVICES

BEER

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SPIRITS

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WINE

WH E N

Q U A L I T Y

M A T T E R S

CONTENTS | 1

THE 2017 CATALOGDESIGNED WITH SIMPLIFIED

TEST SELECTION IN MIND

“WHEN QUALITY MATTERS”

BDAS, LLC is a triple TTB Certified Laboratory: Beer, Wine and Spirits

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CONTENTS

SUMMARY OF POLICIES

POLICIES

CATALOG & GUIDE

Where we are today - 15 years on in 2017!

“We thank all of our current and past clients for making us the best lab for alcohol beverage analysis in the US. The first ten years flew by and we now enter our 15th year of operations. We have maintained steady growth throughout and have seen many recent expansions - one in 2011 with a move to new facilities and then in 2013 and 2016 with new hires, expanded internship programs in 2014 (still continuing with Eastern Kentucky University) and significant investments in new state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation. We just took on a new classroom/teaching facility and relocated our offices into adjacent space. Sensory analysis and training started in our new classroom

facilities in 2016.

For our breadth of knowledge, expertise and highly trained and qualified staff for beer, wine and spirits analysis we are your one stop shop for analytical testing and for certificates of analysis. We welcome you to a unique and quality conscious group of the finest clients in the world as we head well into our next ten years. Looking forward to

growing with you!”

Gary Spedding, Ph.D. Amber Weygandt,. B.Sc., Matt Linske, B.Sc. & Philip Gennette, B.Sc.

This document (17-1.1, 02-02-2017) is available to download at:http://alcbevtesting.com/catalog-and-testing-facilities/

Introductory remarks & Document downloads 1Introduction 2

Summary of Policies 18The Team & Services 19

Guide 3 | CATALOG LISTINGS:Additional Charges & Discounts/Projects and Consulting 4 Comprehensive Packages 5-6Key to Special Catalog Terms 6Nutritional Packages 7-8Individual Tests 9-10Malt & Hops 11GC - Gas Chromatography 12Microbiology 13Water and Minerals 14

A first choice business for over 14 years - Brewing

and Distilling Analytical Services, LLC:-

Prices, Policies, Shipping 15 Reports, Payments & Terms 16Contract Projects, Research, Teaching & Education 17

http://alcbevtesting.com/catalog-and-testing-facilities/

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INTRODUCTION | 2

BREWING AND DISTILLING

ANALYTICAL SERVICES LLC

1141 RED MILE ROAD, SUITE 202,

LEXINGTON, KY, 40504

TEL: 859-278-2533

anything other than routine calls regarding test results already reported. Visits by clients to the laboratory (for example for hands-on-training) or visits by staff to off-site facilities are billed or charged for at hourly rates and include travel and accommodation reimbursements where necessary. [See pages 4, 15 and 17 for more information.]

Directly or indirectly we can service every conceivable testing need or provide you with information as to who can best help you. There are few laboratories today that can do everything in house and we are no exception, however, we believe that there is no other fully dedicated laboratory or service geared solely to all branches of potable alcohol production. For highly specialized testing we interface with other nationally recognized laboratories to ensure the most accurate test results available in the industry. Our affiliate laboratories are cognizant of our philosophy regarding outstanding dedication and quality as outlined above. We can also recommend our clients to other consultants in the industry to better serve their needs. From this originates our slogan: “When Quality Matters”

All our tests and services are performed using standardized and approved methods. We work with the latest updates from all the official bodies representing beer, wine and distilled spirits with methods specified when requested. To monitor our own performance we also participate in numerous collaboratives and check-sample service programs and other laboratory proficiency testing programs. Furthermore BDAS, LLC is a regularly certified TTB Laboratory - For Beer, Wine and Spirits!

GUIDELINES AND INTRODUCTORY REMARKS

“PLEASE NOTE ALL REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMITTING SAMPLES INCLUDING SAMPLE SIZES AND ISSUES WITH BILLING CONTACTS - DETAILED

WITHIN.

Call for information about the best packages and services to better serve YOUR needs.

Tests conducted off-site by our chosen qualified affiliates are indicated by this symbol:†

“For the alcohol beverage manufacturer who chooses to put quality first for their own customers, our brewing and distilling analytical services group is the company they select to help them attain the highest quality standards. They know we are a dedicated team with the expertise and the knowledge to best answer their questions and help lead them to the success they desire.”

CONSULTING SERVICES AND OVERALL TESTING

Our main commitment is to perform unbiased testing of beverages and raw materials; our core strength! As we are frequently involved in conversations helping clients establish both production and laboratory facilities we now offer consulting services which can add considerable value to our clients’ programs. This allows us to focus on priorities while assisting clients in the best ways possible.

“Adding Value to Your Business - BDAS, LLC Consulting”

Telephone conversations are now simply and conveniently billed on an hourly basis for

CATALOG KEY GUIDE & SAMPLE QUANTITIES | 3

CATALOG FEATURES & GUIDETO SAMPLE SUBMISSION

SAMPLE QUANTITY REQUIRED, SHIPPING CONDITIONS AND STANDARD PACKAGE SIZES

To avoid the compromise of sample integrity it is best to ship samples in the original container used in the market place. For beer this is typically in the US in 355 mL (12 fl. oz.) sized containers (bottles or cans). For wine and spirits this is 375 to 750 mL (and sometimes 1L or more). For any samples to be distilled a minimum of 500 mL is required. For some samples, and for product not yet in a sealed package, less volume may be needed and we ask you to contact us in such special circumstances. Generally samples packaged in other than standard market-sized containers should be filled (in fully sealable plastic or glass bottles or tubes) leaving only a little headspace. Wort samples and spent grain samples can often be shipped frozen.

For comprehensive package testing a set number of containers will be required and this is indicated in the description for the specific test package. If only a single test is requested then generally the above notice should guide in sample quantity required.

It is best to contact us if you have any doubts about the quantity and desired packaging needed in order to avoid sample compromise, data integrity issues and delays in testing.

A FULL KEY TO SYMBOLS APPEARS ON PAGE 6

CATALOG KEY AND GUIDE

The new catalog combines many key tests that were previously listed under separate Beer, Wine or Spirits headings. Two main sections encompassing all products have been added. Retained are separate sections on Microbiology and Gas Chromatography. A new section on Nutritional Analysis covers the new FDA mandates. Malt, Hops and Water can be found under sections with those respective names in the headings.

To simplify the search and reduce catalog numbers the following key may be used to select for specific tests of relevance for Brewers, Wine makers or Spirits producers. NOTE: A complete revision of sample codes was implemented in 2015. In 2017 we have dropped the middle “0” in test codes. Please use the new numbers going forward.

CODES:

Tests applying to specific classes of alcoholic beverage will be indicated by colored letters under the new catalog numbers as follows:

B - BEER/WORT

W - WINE

S - SPIRITS

C - CIDER K - KOMBUCHA Note: If a specific test applies to ALL products no code appears under the catalog number column.

ADDITIONAL COSTS:

Additional processing costs may be incurred. These are noted - listed numbers - on page 4.Check these items to ensure that no surprise charges appear on your invoice.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES/DISCOUNTS & PROJECTS/CONSULTING | 4

TEST ITEM ADDITIONAL CHARGES/PACKAGE DISCOUNTS

APPLIED TO TESTING & OR ADDITIONAL REPORTSPRICE

$

F1 PRIORITY SERVICE FEESRush services charges: 1.5 x’s cost for 48 hours turnaround when possible.In house tests only.

1.5X

F2 DISTILLATION SERVICE FEESamples to be distilled for analysis. Required for all samples above 12% ABV. Tests where this fee may apply are marked with*.

30

F3 PROCESSING FEESamples requiring filtration or clarification prior to analysis.

10

F4 GC- ADD ON [DISCOUNTED PRICE]A higher alcohol and esters (HAE) or VDK GC profile added to any package. [Example ask for F4-GCHAE or F4-GCVDK.] Only available on in-house packages and are marked with ~.

100

F5 ADDITIONAL REPORTSExtra reports or reports re-issued at a later date. Re-named samples - reports only reissued on samples tested in previous 12 months.

20

F6 CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS NOTARY DOCUMENTSAny special certificate document - prepared and notarized.

25

F7 SAMPLE PURCHASE OR PICK UP FEESPurchase of samples/pickup fees, import fees etc., as required for testing. May include hourly rates for transport/travel time.

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F8 RUSH SHIPPING/MAILING COSTS/OTHER DOCUMENT PROCESSING FEESRush shipping/mailing of documents, return of samples etc., as instructed or needed. May also include other processing/document preparation fees, etc.

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F9 SPECIFIC GRAVITY (SG) DETERMINATION FOR SERVING SIZE CONVERSIONSome tests for nutritional items and certain other analytes will require a determination of the sample specific gravity for serving size conversion.The SG testing will automatically be added if needed - marked with #.

20

F10 LANGUAGE TRANSLATION FEES FOR REPORTSRequests for reports written in a non-English language may involve translation fees. Translation is done digitally and may have contextually grammatical issues.

25

F11 LATE FEESLate fees (@25%) apply to invoices not paid within specified payment terms.

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TEST ITEM PROJECTS AND CONSULTING

CF

CONSULTINGConsulting charges start at $150/hour and include travel and accommodation costs etc., when applicable off-site work is involved. Contact us for full details. Also see page 15. Extended phone conversations where we add value beyond test result explanations are also considered under consulting arrangements.

PF

PROJECT CONTRACTSSpecial projects agreed to by both parties will incur project-specific charges. Basic project fees start at $100/hour for set up and research work (See also retainer fees, RF below). Specific materials required will be purchased and billed for as will time spent collecting or delivery of samples etc. Contact us for full details. See also pages 15 and 17.

NEWRF

LEGAL RETAINER AND EXTENDED PROJECT DEPOSITSExtensive projects and certain legal cases will incur retainer fees dependent uponthe estimated total project or case research and reporting costs.

COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGES| 5

FOR SPECIFIC CERTIFICATES FOR EXPORT PURPOSES IT IS SOMETIMES NECESSARY TO BUILD SPECIAL PACKAGES. PLEASE SEEK THE CLOSEST PACKAGE FOR YOUR NEEDS AND CONTACT US TO ADDRESS THE MISSING ITEMS

FROM YOUR LIST.

TEST ITEM & KEY SYMBOL

CODES- SEE PAGE 6

COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGES& BASIC/LEGAL NOTARIZED ALCOHOL REPORTS

PRICE $

C1*

ALCOHOL BASIC Alcohol by Volume at 20 °C and 60 °F and SG - see C2 for “legal values”. 1 Bottle or can

30

C2*

ALCOHOL–LEGAL CONTENTCertified and notarized report of alcohol content - Alcohol % Volume and Weight at 20 °C and 60 °F and SG. 1 Bottle or can

50

C3B K^C^

* ~

BREWER’S SPECIFICATIONS Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Extracts, Calories, IBUs, Color and pH. ^KOMBUCHA/^CIDER & SOUR BEERS - Total acidity automatically substituted for IBU’s.

1 Bottle or can (2 preferred)

85

C4B

* ~

CRAFT BREWER’S COMPETITION PACKAGE

Combines the C3 chemical package with one full sensory panel evaluation - see C11.Judging with GABF or other specified guidelines. 4 Bottles or cans

170

C5B

* ~

BEER COMPREHENSIVE CHEMICAL PROFILE Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Attenuation, Bittering Units, Calories, Color, Dissolved CO2 (without air), Free Amino Nitrogen (FAN), Original and Final Extract, pH, Haze, Sediment analysis, Total Acidity and Total Sulfur Dioxide.

6 Bottles or cans ~Add-on a GC profile at special rate? See F4 (page 4).

245

C6B

* ~

BEER COMPREHENSIVE CHEMICAL & SENSORY PROFILE Combines the C5 chemical package with one full sensory panel evaluation - see C11.

8 Bottles or cans

330

C7B

Wort

~

WORT COMPREHENSIVE CHEMICAL ANALYSISAsh, Bittering Units, Calcium†, Color, FAN, Iron†, Magnesium†, Original Ex-tract, pH, Protein†, Starch Content (Quantitative), Total Acidity and Zinc†. 1 Liter (or 2 x 500 mL)

270

C8W~

WINE COMPREHENSIVE CHEMICAL PROFILE

Alcohol By Volume and Weight at 60 °F & 20 °C, Ash, pH, Sulfur Dioxide – Free, Fixed, and Total, Acidity - Volatile and Total, and Residual Extract. 1 x 750 mL Bottle (min)

175

C9S

DISTILLED SPIRITS COMPREHENSIVE CHEMICAL PROFILE Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Acidity - Volatile and Total, Color, Higher Alcohols and Esters via GC, pH, and Residual Extracts/Total Solids. Need a notary document? Add code F6. 1 x 750 mL Bottle (min)

205

See key on page 6 for full details on symbols. CONTINUED

CODES: BEER WINE SPIRITS CIDER KOMBUCHA NO CODE = ALL SAMPLES

Brewing and Distilling Analytical Services, LLC

COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGES CONCLUDED & KEY CATALOG TERMS| 6


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGES& BASIC/LEGAL NOTARIZED ALCOHOL REPORTS

PRICE $

NEW C10B W

PRODUCT STABILITY TESTING Total plate counts, CO2, Diacetyl, Fermentation profile, pH and Haze.

CALL

C11B

Sensory

~

TASTE PANEL EVALUATIONSingle evaluations and multi-time/date testings. A full 40 attribute descriptive sensory profiling with radar (spider) and bar chart profiles and sensory summary.Additional dates for same product aging (e.g., 30, 60, 120 days) as desired.Each additional time point just $100 each.

2 Bottles or cans per evaluation date

125

C12Sensory

TRIANGLE TASTE TESTSFor this and other forced-choice sensory tests please call for specifics.

CALL

See key on this page for full details on symbols.

KEY TO SPECIFIC CATALOG SYMBOLS AND FORM INSTRUCTIONS

COLOR CODING: BEER (B) WINE (W) SPIRITS (S) CIDER (C) KOMBUCHA (K) NO COLOR CODE PERTAINS TO ALL SAMPLES

† Off-site testing. [Symbol is in text next to items that are outsourced.]

* Distillation add-on cost = $30.00 - Code F2. Any product over 12% ABV requires distillation.

~ GC-Package add-on code F4. For in-house packages only.

# Additional charges or discounts may apply. These are noted on Page 4.e.g., clarification of samples and SG determinations for certain paramater calculations.

Full details for each add-on code - Page 4.

Additional guidance in filling in sample submission forms.

Any specific or relevant information pertaining to the sample type should be provided on the form along with the complete name of the sample as should appear on reports.

SERVING SIZE. Routine serving sizes in fluid ounces are assumed for most products and used in calculations

for calories or other nutritional content, e.g., BCK: 12, W: 4, and S: 1.5. If different serving sizes are called for please indicate so on the sample submission form. #Note also on single test items for calculations the specific gravity may be required see F9 on page 4. This will be added automatically if required though not specified on the form.

Additional charges and discounts sometimes apply. See #, above and as noted on page 4. If you know samples will need to be clarified (cleared of haze or particulates, etc.,) please note the code F3 on the form. If unsure and any pre-test processing is needed the charge will be automatically added for you.

Samples needing to be rushed shipped in a frozen state to our affiliates may incur added rush shipping costs.

FOR OTHER ITEMS NOT LISTED IN OUR CATALOG PLEASE SEEK OUR INPUT FOR POSSIBLE TESTING.


NUTRITIONAL TEST PACKAGES | 7


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

NUTRITIONAL TEST PACKAGES& INDIVIDUAL SPECIALIZED NUTRITIONAL TESTS

[INCLUDES FDA RESTAURANT MANDATE TESTS]

PRICE $

N1*

NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Ash, Calories, Original and Final Extract, Pro-tein†, and Total Carbohydrates.

2 Standard Bottles/Cans

160

N2*

NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE WITH SODIUM

As for N1 plus Sodium†. 2 Standard Bottles/Cans195

N3*

NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE WITH HPLC SUGARS

As for N1 plus HPLC Sugars (Glucose, Fructose, Maltose, Sucrose and Lactose)†.


250

N4*

NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE WITH SODIUM & HPLC SUGARSAs for N1 plus Sodium and HPLC Sugars (Glucose, Fructose, Maltose, Sucrose and Lactose)†.


290

N5*

NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE WITH SODIUM, HPLC SUGARS & FATSAs for N1 plus Sodium†, HPLC Sugars (Glucose, Fructose, Maltose, Sucrose and Lactose)† and Total Fats†.


305

N6KEYFDAFOR

BREWERS

COMPLETE NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE [FDA NUTRITIONAL MANDATE] As for N1 Plus, HPLC Sugars (Glucose, Fructose, Sucrose, Maltose and Lactose)†, Sodium†, Total Fat† and Total Fiber†.NOTE: A Fatty acids/Lipids profile, including cholesterol, is added on at a reduced price of $300.00 if total fats from N6 proves to be > 0.5%. See N12 for stand-alone fatty acids/lipids profile. CALL FOR DETAILS. MUST REQUEST BOTH N6 and N12 For FDA MANDATED TESTING.


500

N7*

FERMENTATION PROFILE Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Real and Original Extracts, Real and Apparent Degrees of Fermentation/attenuation and Calories (not ash corrected) (Anton Paar). 1 Standard Bottle/Can

50

N8 ASHTotal Inorganic (mineral) content via evaporation and combustion. 1 Standard Bottle/Can

50

N9#

PROTEINTotal Protein via Kjeldahl digestion†. 1 Standard Bottle/Can

50

N10#

HPLC SUGARS – SIMPLE SUGARS PROFILESimple Sugars Profile: Glucose, Fructose, Sucrose, Maltose, Lactose† 1 Standard Bottle/Can or 150 mL Wort

125

N11#

TOTAL FATS (VIA ACID HYDROLYSIS)Total Fats analysis via acid hydrolysis. 1 Standard Bottle/Can

50




NUTRITIONAL TEST PACKAGES CONCLUDED | 8


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

NUTRITIONAL TEST PACKAGES& INDIVIDUAL SPECIALIZED NUTRITIONAL TESTS

[INCLUDES FDA RESTAURANT MANDATE TESTS]

PRICE $

N12 FAT/LIPID PROFILETotal, Saturated, Unsaturated and Trans fat, Cholesterol and including a Full Lipid profile. Mandatory for nutritional labeling on all samples containing more than 0.5% total fats. See N6 and note reduced price with N6 if this testing is needed]† ONLY $300 if an add-on to N6.

1 Standard Bottle/Can

325

N13#

TOTAL FIBER Total Dietary Fiber via enzymatic and gravimetric method.†


210

N14#

FIBER: SOLUBLE AND INSOLUBLE A Total Dietary Fiber test with soluble and insoluble forms reported.†


350

N15#

VITAMINS Most vitamins can be tested for but please call for pricing as each vitamin is specifically priced.†


CALL

Other tests are available upon request. Items illustrated above are those most commonly requested.

Wort: best shipped frozen and must not be fermenting (plastic containers best!)

For Bottles/Cans larger than 330-355 mL a lesser number may suffice. Please call to be sure.

Comprehensive packages offer the best value and the ones listed include those recommended by other producers. We can tailor other packages to best meet YOUR needs.

IMPORTANT NOTICE ON BEER NUTRITIONAL TESTING - DEADLINE WAS DECEMBER 2016

NOW THE ENFORCEMENT DATE IS TO BE MAY 5th 2017

Nutritional mandate rules are now largely in place. There are still some issues with respect to fats (both total and individual fatty acid profiles). The team at BDAS, LLC has fully investigated and researched the rules and

regulations and we suggest you contact us for the details for your particular products and situations.

New databases are under development and you can be sure that BDAS, LLC is involved in that project.

Many nutritional tests are done at an affiliate laboratory and cannot be done on a rush basis - please allow 12 working days in all cases. Prior planning for the nutritional mandate deadlines or for individual restaurant requirements is essential. Most laboratories testing food and beverage nutritional parameters are still being inundated with requests and many beverage producers have missed the pre-enforcement deadline. While we will do our best to accommodate all requests we cannot be held responsible for delays that may occur in this regard. We do strongly urge you to submit samples as soon as possible and at the latest by the end of March 2017 for your existing products. New products should be tested well in advance of release to the

restaurant or other food establishment.

We recommend calling for information on products other than beer.

INDIVIDUAL TESTS | 9


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

INDIVIDUAL ANALYTE TESTS PRICE $

T1 BITTERNESS IBU’s - spectrophotometric via iso-octane extraction 1 Bottle/can

40

T2S

CARAMEL COLOR Marsh test - & spectrophotometric confirmation - qualitative 1 Bottle/can

50

T3#

CARBOHYDRATES - ENZYMATIC SUGARS Sucrose, Glucose, Fructose [Note: HPLC analysis required for official nutritional testing. Minimum of five samples required.

75 EA.

T4B S

COLOR Spectrophotometric - Beer at A430 Spirits at A525 Std. Ref Method units. 1 Bottle/can

20

T5B C K

DISSOLVED CO2 Volumes of Dissolved CO2 (Zahm and Nagel) 2 Bottles/cans

45

T6B C

DISSOLVED CO2, AIR AND HEADSPACE Volumes of Dissolved CO2 with Air and Headspace determination [Content of CO2 by weight also possible - required for some cider regulations] 2/3 Bottles/cans

CALL

T7 FILL VOLUME CONFIRMATIONBottles or Cans [Density and sample container weights determined for assessments.] 2-4 Bottles/cans

50

T8B W

FAN (OR YAN)Free Amino/Yeast Assimilable Nitrogen (ninhydrin-spectrophotometric). 100 mL

45

T9 GLUTEN QUALITATIVEEZ Quant Simple strip-testing. 100 mL

50

T10 GLUTEN QUANTITATIVEQuantitative via Ridascreen Gliadin ELISA test† 1 Bottle/can

125

T11 HAZE TESTING Sample Haze/clarity determination (NTU’s or EBC units). 1 Bottle/can

25

T12B

IODINE REACTIONStarch content (Iodometric method – quantitative). 1 Bottle/can

40

T13 pHStandard reference method (SRM) - pH meter. 1 Bottle/can or 100 mL wort

10

T14B

POLYPHENOLS Total (colorimetric - spectrophotometric). 1 Bottle/can

40

T15S

PROOFING: TRUE AND APPARENT PROOF & OBSCURATION VALUERequires Distillation. (27CFR 30.32.) 1 x 750 mL Bottle

75



INDIVIDUAL TESTS CONCLUDED | 10


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

INDIVIDUAL ANALYTE TESTS PRICE $

T16S

PROOF SOLIDSSolids by evaporation (27CFR 30.32). Samples must be between 80-100 degrees Proof and solids >400 & <600 mg/100 mL. 150 mL minimum

50

T17W

SOLIDS Extract (degrees Plato or Brix) via Distillation. 1 x 750 mL Bottle

60

T18 SPECTROSCOPIC FINGERPRINTING OF SAMPLE UV-visible scan - 220 to 1000 nanometers. 50 mL 45

T19W

SORBIC ACID HPLC† for official results. CALL

T20B

SULFUR DIOXIDE (SO2 - SULFITES) TOTALPararosaniline - spectrophotometric. 1 Bottle or can 60

T21W S

SULFUR DIOXIDE (SO2 - SULFITES) FREE OR TOTAL Aeration/Oxidation Method. 1 Bottle or can 50

T22W S

SULFUR DIOXIDE (SO2 - SULFITES) (TOTAL, BOUND AND FREE) Aeration/Oxidation Method. 1 Bottle or can 75

T24TITRATABLE ACIDITY

Expressed as lactic in beer, tartaric in wine & acetic in spirits. 1 Bottle or can

25

T25C S W

VOLATILE ACIDITY Expressed as acetic, unless otherwise specified. 1 Bottle or can

50

T27B

THIOBARBITURIC ACID TBA OR TBZ TESTThermal stability test measures the reduction potential and thus stability of samples. 2 Bottles or cans

60

T28B

WORT AND BEER DEXTRINS PROFILE - HPLCDextrin profile. Glucose, maltose, maltotriose, tetraose and pentaose (G1-G5). 1 Standard Bottle/Can or 150 mL Wort

135

See key on page 6 for full details on symbols.

MALT, CEREAL GRAINS & HOPS | 11


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

MALT & OTHER CEREAL GRAINSBREWERS AND DISTILLERS

PRICE $

MALTM1 SIMPLE MALT ANALYSIS†

Moisture, Extract and Color. 1kg50

M2 MALT ESSENTIALS† Moisture, Friability, Fine Extract, β-glucan, FAN, Diastatic Power (DP), α-amylase, color, filtration time, clarity and pH. 1Kg

100

M3 MALT FULL COMPREHENSIVE †Moisture, Assortment, Friability, Fine Extract, Coarse Extract, F/C Difference, β-glucan, FAN, Soluble Protein, S/T, DP, α-amylase, Color, Filtration time, Clarity, pH and viscosity. 1Kg

200

M4 ENZYMES ONLY†Diastatic Power & α-amylase. 1Kg 75

M5 FRIABILITY ONLY† Leading indicator of malt quality. 250 g 25

M6 BARLEY QUALITY REPORT† A complete QC profile - call for details. 1Kg

125

Rush testing not available for off-site tests - indicated by† We now have two affiliate labs to test your malt and other cereal samples. Contact us for details.


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

HOPS - WHOLE CONE OR PELLETSBREWERS

PRICE $

HOPSH1B

ALPHA AND BETA ACIDS CONTENT AND MOISTURESpectrophotometric determination following extraction and also moisture content determination. Pellets $60 . Whole cones $85. 50 g

60/85

H2B

MOISTURE Standard dry down and weight measurements. 50 g

20

See key on page 6 for full details on symbols.

GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY | 12


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

GC - GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY PRICE $

GC1 INDIVIDUAL ANALYTE Any one currently tested analyte from GC2 [Higher alcohols and esters]. 100 mL

75

GC2*

HIGHER ALCOHOLS AND ESTERS“The “TTB-series”: Acetaldehyde, Ethyl Acetate, Methanol, n-Propanol, Isobutanol, 1-Butanol and the Active and Isoamyl Alcohols (“Fusel oils”).Beer and samples over 10 Plato (Brix) extract require distillation. Type of sample must be indicated on the sample submission form. 1 Std. Container

125

GC3 DIACETYL (VDK’S)Vicinal Diketones [2,3-butanedione (DIACETYL) and 2,3-pentanedione] Total values reported. Call with any questions. 1 Std. Container

115

GC4*

ALCOHOLS/ESTERS/DIACETYL Combination of GC2 and GC3. Special combined package pricing. 2 Std. Containers

200

GC5 NEW ANALYTE/METHOD DEVELOPMENTCall to establish analytes of interest. CALL

CALL

GC6 PROJECT GC PROPOSALS

BDAS, LLC participates with a number of research and analytical groups to Test beverages via GC and GC-Mass Spectroscopy.

Fully quantitative and qualitative profile options available. Contact Amber for details.

CALL


For GC Codes Specify matrix: Beer, Wine or Distilled Spirit.

~F4 ADD-ON DISCOUNT. For any In-house test package (where no test is done off-site) the GC2 or GC3 packages can be added at a cost of just $100 per code test. For a higher alcohol and esters (HAE) add-on or for a VDK GC profile add-on to any comprehensive package request on form either F4-GCHAE or F4-GCVDK respectively. See page 4 also for details as F4 must be stated to obtain the discounted pricing. Distillation service fees may still apply.

APPLIES TO ALL: BEER WINE SPIRITS CIDER KOMBUCHA


MICROBIOLOGY | 13


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

MICROBIOLOGY PRICE $

MC1 TOTAL PLATE COUNTTotal Plate Counts on 5 media (aerobic and anaerobic). General descriptors of cell morphology included. 2 Bottles or cans*

125

MC2 FAME ANALYSIS†

Fatty acid methyl ester profile analysis for Yeast Strain Identification. Isolated colonies only

175

MC3 PCR ID†Species identification via DNA sequencing - Isolated colonies only. Isolated colonies only

175

MC4 MICROSCOPIC EVALUATION Photographs of sediment, qualitative only. Please call as this is usually a project. 1 Bottle or can

CALL


*More sample may be required per specific growth conditions. Please call Matt for details.

*Beer samples require at least two full bottles/cans.

EXPANDED MICROBIOLOGICAL SERVICES COMING MARCH 2017!

APPLIES TO ALL: BEER WINE SPIRITS CIDER KOMBUCHA


WATER & METALS/MINERALS | 14


CODES- SEE PAGE 6

WATER & METALS/MINERALS PACKAGES& INDIVIDUAL TESTS

PRICE $

WATER

W1

COMPREHENSIVE WATER ANALYSISAlkalinity, Calcium, Chloride, Conductivity, Fluoride, Iron, Hardness, Magnesium, Manganese, Nitrate, pH, Sodium, and Total Dissolved Solids [Some tests done off-site.†] Discussion of profiles available as to suitability for your process. 1 Liter

120

METALS & MINERALS†

MM1#

METALS/ MINERALS 1Calcium, Iron, Magnesium and Zinc. 100 mL 125

MM4#

COMPLETE METALS AND MINERALS PACKAGE FOR WATER AND WORT NUTRITION:Calcium, Chloride, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Sulfate and Zinc. 200 mL

225

MM5#

SINGLE METAL CATION (TOTAL)CATIONS: Choose one from the following: Calcium, Copper, Iron, Lead, Magnesium, Potassium, Sodium and Zinc most commonly requested.

100 mL

50

MM6#

SINGLE MINERAL ANION (NON METAL) SPECIES ANIONS: Choose one from the following: Chloride, Fluoride, Nitrate/Nitrite, Phosphate, Sulfur, Sulfate. 100 mL

50

Metals and minerals (Inductively coupled plasma methods†). Most cations and anions. See below and call for items not listed. Tailored packages possible†.

# For per serving size calculations the SG of the sample needs to be obtained. See F9 page 4.

METALS & MINERALS: Depending on the type of sample material, and the degree of “statistical sampling” needed, different amounts may be required for testing. Typically, though, about 0.1 L or 0.1 Kg would be required. If in doubt, please call. For other metals or minerals etc. STATE NAME ON FORM. All metals and minerals currently tested off-site.

Most packages can substitute the ion of choice though the price may change.

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Prices and Turnaround:

Prices are inclusive, where relevant, of our own processing and shipping fees. Depending on tests, volume demands and outsourcing we usually provide a 7-10 day turnaround. For any samples we send off-site the aim is to attain no more than 15 working days for turnaround time in most instances. Rush fees for two days in-house testing when possible are charged at one and a half times (1.5x) the list price. Please call ahead to discuss how best

we can accommodate your rush requests.

Reports & Confidentiality:

All reports and records concerning your sample results are maintained with the strictest confidence. Unless you indicate otherwise, this also applies to any of the samples we field to our affiliate laboratories [look for the †, symbol in our catalog listings]. You are always welcome to call us with questions related to your own requested test results. We understand the significance of all test results with respect to the fermentation industries and can thus help you understand the consequences related to the data and show you how to interpret and implement the findings in improving your beverage production capabilities. On a consulting fee basis more involved questions, extensive discussions and problem solving or troubleshooting inquiries can be handled as

needed (see below).

Consulting and Project Fees:

While we can supply information regarding your test results in order to honor our obligations to testing samples for existing clients we do need to offer extended consultations based on a fee basis. If discussions will take longer than 10 minutes a credit card payment can commence to cover our time commitment. Consulting fees start at our hourly rate of $150. Site visits, where

a client visits the lab to learn methods or to oversee sample testing, are also charged for at normal hourly rates. When we are travelling for consultation or audits, reasonable accommodation and meal costs are also to be borne by the client. Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements can be in place as necessary. We can also direct you to expert consultants for issues beyond our capabilities.

Project fees may be involved for specific requests that go beyond our usual testing capabilities. Set up costs and ongoing project fees start at $100 per hour per staff person involved and will also include items needed and purchased by us for the project request. These fees and costs will be discussed with and approved by you before we commence any of the work or continue after preliminary investigations are complete. Further details, catalog numbers and potential retainer fees

may be found on page 4.

Shipping Samples:

Seasoned clients generally know how best to package samples for safe shipment but, sometimes, there are mishaps. New clients might like to contact us first in order that we may provide guidance in the best packaging techniques and to inform as to the best, most economical and the safest way of shipping samples to us. UPS, FEDEX and DHL should be your first choices in the US. All shipments should be marked “Samples for Analysis Only – Not for Human Consumption”. Clearly mark them “Fragile” and “This side up”. AN ORDER FORM MUST ACCOMPANY ALL SAMPLES BEFORE WORK CAN COMMENCE - NO EXCEPTIONS! We cannot start service work unless and until we know specifically and exactly what is being requested of us and completed forms act as a contract of work requested. Shipments from abroad are best packaged in wooden crates/sturdy cardboard boxes (crown-cap boxes work well) and can be handled through

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an import-export agency. Please call for our advice as to which companies can best handle samples from your own country (DHL may be an option). Our company does, however, have an Import Permit for “Alcoholic Samples for Analysis Only” and this usually means direct shipping is possible. Foreign samples (as food products) must now be registered with the Federal Food and Drug Administration (the FDA) and this can be achieved by registering for an Account number and code clearance (for each shipment) via the FDA web site. Recent changes may mean we need obtain a

COLA waiver for you.

Finally, PLEASE send samples to the CORRECT ADDRESS – see the Services order form which is available upon request or may be found on the “Catalogs” page of our website: www.alcbevtesting.

com.

Report Delivery:

In our attempts to maintain costs and to reduce paper we issue reports electronically in the form of PDF’s. In 2016 we started to attach reports directly within the body of our invoice Emails. This allows for digital payments if preferred and for both client and our tracking of expenses and reports. Should you require the hard copies please indicate so on the Sample Submission Form. Single copies will be mailed if required using normal mailing times. Rush mailing may carry extra costs to offset our expenses. Multiple copies of reports will be charged for at $20.00/additional copy. See page 4 for additional charges involved in our testing and

reporting.

We are happy to prepare reports in any of several languages and can issue you template or example copies to streamline the process. Simple Notary certificates (for State to State official purposes) to full Apostilles are possible. Some additional mailing/processing costs may be involved - see page 4 and also

the “Reports” section above.

Contact Addresses:

Our regular correspondence address is; 1141 Red Mile Road, Suite 202, Lexington, KY 40504. Telephone: 859-278-2533. You may also

contact us via E-mail [email protected] or

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or call the BDAS cell #: 859-321-3240. We are always just a phone call or E-mail address away. Any missed calls with messages will be responded to promptly. We can all be contacted separately as per needs: See page

19 for staff information and contact links.

Payment and Terms:

BDAS accepts credit card payments through our Accounting Software - a secure line. Currently no fees for using a credit card are passed along to you though this may change. The option to pay via bank transfer is also available. A unique link is also available to prepay and first time clients are asked to prepay at least 50% of their first order request if costs are over $1000 until “credit” is established. Each invoice carries a unique and specific link pertaining to the tests requested - this can be used to pay on line for ongoing non-initial orders. We do also accept checks, purchase orders and provide for direct billing.

Our terms are net 15 days from your receipt of the E-mailed invoice and attached report(s) of your results. Results are issued immediately upon test completion via scanned signed

PDF’s.

ANEXOS, COAs and Apostilles:

BDAS, LLC is a triple certified TTB Laboratory. As such we handle many Certificates of analysis and ANEXO export documents. These are usually Notarized and sometimes forwarded to TTB for final approval. Each country may request different tests so please check with your authorities and with the country for export to confirm what they need and consult with us for specifics. We are specifically recognized by Brazilian authorities where many of our ANEXO certificate reports

are sent.

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Contract Projects and Research:

Brewing and Distilling Analytical Services has been involved in a number of specific and private contract projects with major companies involved in the raw materials, packaging, and beverage industries over the past fourteen years. We have provided test confirmation services and sensory project advice and we look forward to many other such contracts with our clients. We are also working on refining chemical methods and especially in simplifying those tests so that they may be more readily applied directly and easily in our clients’ own laboratories. Collaborations are welcomed. As discussed above project costs start at $100/hr plus materials required. Call for full details as each

project is unique.

BDAS, LLC staff are also called upon to help clients start or grow their own laboratory facilities. Such consulting then also incurs

travel and lodging expenses.

Websites, weblogs and the Social Media Scene

We have a regularly updated website: www.alcbevtesting.com. Please join us in conversations and postings at the website and other social media blogs and sites. We frequently post white papers reviews and key information on those sites. Join us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn (private group

site for questions and answers).

Eastern Kentucky University - Partners in Education

Brewing and Distilling Analytical Services has been involved in discussions with Professor Darrin Smith at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond, KY (EKU) regarding extended internships, research projects and possibly joint laboratory and teaching ventures. In November 2015 we convened a group of alcohol experts who now regularly communicate on matters of analytical investigation of beverages and provide a high level of expertise for us all to draw upon. Plans are still in the works for our building a

new laboratory facility in Richmond, KY.

Classroom Facilities at Red Mile Road

We recently acquired some space and fitted this out as a 20 person classroom for teaching of Sensory evaluation and to hold key meetings of interest to brewers, distillers and wine makers. We will use and encourage others to offer classes, courses and instruction in this new space which is also to serve as our new

sensory evaluation room.

A SUMMARY OF SERVICES & LABORATORY POLICIES APPEARS ON THE NEXT PAGE.

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SUMMARY OF SERVICES & LABORATORY POLICIES.In submitting samples to BDAS, LLC YOU ARE ENTERING INTO A CONTRACT WITH US and, in order to ensure the best service as we promise to provide and to maintain full confidentiality, it is important for you to follow our terms listed below and on the previous pages. A summary of our policies appear in the table below for quick reference - full details appear on pages 15-17. CALL IF UNSURE ABOUT ANY POLICIES - WE WANT YOU TO HAVE TOTAL SATISFACTION.

Summary: Key Policies - Answers to FAQ’sRUSH FEES

NORMAL TURNAROUND 12-14 WORKING DAYS UNLESS TESTS DONE OFF-SITE.

Two days (48 hours - working days) “RUSH REQUEST” service when possible on all in-house tests performed on a 1.5 x’s up-charge basis. Rush requests not applicable on outsourced testing. Re-issued forms if requested on a rush basis will also be subject to the priority fees (see Extra and Notarized reports detailed on page 4.)

CONSULTING & RETAINER FEESSee PAGe 4

Start at our hourly rate of $150. Travel, reasonable accommodation expenses and certain meals are also to be borne by the client. For expensive projects/legal work a retainer fee may be required. See page 4.

NON-DISCLOSURE & CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS

Can be entered into as required - on legal, formulation and project cases. We can provide agreement forms or use yours. Legal cases will require a retainer fee and this will be outlined in any agreement documents. See page 4.

SAMPLE SUBMISSIONSee PAGeS 3,6

A sample submission form MUST accompany all samples before work can commence - NO EXCEPTIONS! SAVE US TIME and Expedite YOUR results turnaround by filling out the form. Ensure samples are listed as you wish them to be named on the reports, together with batch codes if required.

SHIPPING SAMPLESSee PAGeS 3,6

All shipments should be marked “Samples for Analysis Only – Not for Human Consumption.

REPORTSSee PAGe 6

We now issue reports electronically in the form of PDF’s. These are attached to the Emailed Invoice in all cases unless otherwise requested. Up to three Email addresses can be specified for invoices and reports (provide details on the sample submission form). Your accounts department can receive a copy - otherwise it is your responsibility to ensure they receive a copy of the invoice to ensure prompt payment.Require hard copies? Please indicate so on the Sample Submission Form. Single copies will be mailed if required using normal mailing times. Rush mailing may carry extra costs to offset expenses.

EXTRA & NOTARIZED REPORTS: See PAGe 4FOR ADDITIONAL CHARGES INCURRED

Multiple signed copies of reports will be charged for at $20.00/additional copy*. Reissued Reports (For reasons beyond any fault of ours) will also be charged at $20.00 each. Note: for any reissued/renamed reports on previously tested samples we can only back-reference data by one calendar year. Notarized Reports: Any form can be notarized upon request.

PAYMENT & TERMS

See ALSO PAGe 16 for importantterms.

BDAS, LLC accepts credit card payments or checks. Each invoice carries a unique link enabling online payments after service.First time clients requesting services valued at more than $1000 are required to prepay half (50%) on their first order request subject to credit approval. [Check orprepay link options available.]Our terms are net 15 days: from your receipt of the E-mailed report of your results and invoice. Late fees accrue after 15 days. Failed payments (following discussions) may lead to suspension of further services until resolved. It is important for you to indicate billing contact/address details on the sample submission form provided with your samples to ensure timely delivery of our invoices for payment within our net term period.

ANEXOS, COA’S (COFA’S) & APOSTILLES

Prepared for any country to the specifics of the authority being dealt with and in the required language as needed (see page 4 for translation fees if required).As for general reports some additional mailing/processing costs may be involved for rush submissions or multiple Notarized copies etc. - see page 4 and also the “Reports” section above.

BDAS, LLC is a triple certified laboratory in regular standing with the TTB - Beer - Wine & Distilled Spirits!

By submitting samples to BDAS, LLC you affirm that you are aware of our policies - in return we will do our utmost to safeguard your samples and to analyze them in an efficient and timely manner - seeking accuracy and precision in all cases.

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THE TEAM AND THE SERVICES: CHEMICAL MICROBIOLOGICAL, NUTRITIONAL AND SENSORY

UNBIASED TESTING OF YOUR BEVERAGES AND PROVIDING

EDUCATION IS WHAT WE DO - IT IS ALL WE DO!

COMING SOON:

REAL-TIME PCR & EXTENDED

MICROBIOLOGICAL SERVICES

ADDING MORE STATE-OF-THE-

ART INSTRUMENTATION

AT BDAS. LLC

Amber Weygandt, B.Sc. is our Lead Chemist with a GC and Distillation Emphasis. Email: [email protected]

Matt Linske, B.Sc. is Lead Microbiologist and our Bug Detective and Brewer. Email: [email protected]

Philip Gennette, B.Sc. is Sample and Safety Supervisor, Chemist and claims a Water Chemistry Background.

Email: [email protected]

Gary Spedding, Ph.D. Managing Owner, Biochemist, Analytical Chemist and Sensory Specialist.

Email: [email protected]

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The Brewing and Distilling Analytical Services, LLC.Services Order Form can be Emailed to you or downloaded from the

website.

SAMPLE SUBMISSION SHEET:

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SAVE DATA ENTERED INTO FORM BEFORE PRINTING OR EMAILING!

AN ON-LINE-FILLABLE ORDER FORM MUST ACCOMPANY ALL SAMPLES BEFORE WORK CAN COMMENCE - NO EXCEPTIONS! CHAIN OF CUSTODY

FORMS ALSO AVAILABLE AS REQUIRED. YOUR COOPERATION HELPS US GET YOU YOUR IMPORTANT TEST

RESULTS MORE EFFICIENTLY.

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