Lazy Scientist Workshop at London Beer Lab
Discover how to make your own fermented hot sauce and classic sauerkraut in this hands-on two-hour workshop hosted by London’s award-winning Lazy Scientist. Take home your first ferment and the skills to become a fermentation pro!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required; suitable for anyone comfortable standing and working at a table
Wildlife
History
Fermentation has been practiced since ancient times, with sauerkraut dating back to Roman times and hot sauces popularized globally through centuries of culinary exchange.
Conservation
Fermentation is a sustainable food preservation method that reduces waste and supports local ingredient use in urban environments.
London Beer Lab
Lazy Scientist Workshop at London Beer Lab
London Beer Lab is a London-based brewing and fermentation studio offering hands-on beer workshops, guided tastings and fermentation classes. Located in London, England, the business runs a variety of structured experiences designed for enthusiasts, groups and beginners. Sessions include a 4.5-hour Individual Beer Making and Tasting Workshop where participants collaborate with a small group to brew unique beer styles and sample a range of beers, and a group-focused Brew Your Own Beer experience that produces around 60 bottles of a personalized brew.
The programme also features a 2-hour 10 Craft Beer Tasting and a 1.5–2 hour 10 Alcohol Free Craft Beers Tasting, both aimed at expanding knowledge of beer styles and flavour profiles. For those interested in fermentation beyond beer, the Hot Sauce & Sauerkraut Workshop is a two-hour hands-on class led by the Lazy Scientist and an award-winning chef, where participants create their first ferments to take home.
Workshops are practical and guided, with clear step-by-step processes from mashing and boiling to bottling and tasting. Bookings include specific session durations and product takeaways where noted — for example, the Individual Beer Making and Tasting Workshop includes a £25 credit redeemable for beer or home brew. London Beer Lab's offerings provide a structured way to learn brewing techniques, taste a wide selection of beers, and make tangible, take-home products.
Location
London, England
Central London meeting point
Experiences
5 experiences
Workshops and tastings for groups
Typical Duration
1.5–4.5 hours
Short sessions to half-day workshops
Fermentation Lead
Award-winning chef
Leads Hot Sauce & Sauerkraut workshop
Choose a hands-on beer workshop, group brew, or tasting session and secure a memorable brewing experience in London.
Bring Your Own Jars
Remember to bring two clean, standard-size jars with screw lids (up to 500 ml) to take home your ferments.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
This workshop involves hands-on food prep; wear clothes that can handle a bit of mess.
Arrive on Time
The workshop is only two hours with hands-on instruction; punctuality ensures you don't miss key steps.
No Lift Access
The workshop space is upstairs without lift access, so be prepared if you have mobility concerns.
Two Clean Jars with Screw Lids
Needed to take home and ferment your hot sauce and sauerkraut.
Apron or Old Clothes
Protect your clothes during hands-on food preparation.
Notebook and Pen
To jot down fermentation tips and care instructions.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the workshop.