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BDAS,LLC2016
ANALYTICAL SERVICES CATALOGANALYTICAL SERVICES CATALOG
VERSION ‘16-1.3
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 2016 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 - & a thank you to all
“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 14th 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 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 will relocate our offices into the old sensory room. Sensory analysis and training are being
offered in the new space.
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.
This document (V1.3 08-21-2016) is available to download at:www.alcbevtesting.com [Catalog page]
Introductory remarks & Document downloads 1Introduction 2
Summary of Policies 16The Team & Services 17
Guide 3 | CATALOG LISTINGS:Additional Charges 4Comprehensive Packages 4-5Nutritional Packages 6-7Projects and Consulting 7Individual Tests 8-9Malt & Hops 9GC - Gas Chromatography 10Microbiology 11Water and Minerals 12
Brewing and Distilling Analytical Services, LLC
Prices, Policies, Shipping 13 Reports, Payments & Terms 14Contract Projects, Research, Teaching & Education 15
INTRODUCTION | 2
BREWING AND DISTILLING ANALYTICAL SERVICES LLC1141 RED MILE ROAD, SUITE 202,LEXINGTON, KY, 40504TEL: 859-278-2533
site facilities are billed or charged for at hourly rates and include travel and accommodation reimbursements where necessary. [See pages 7, 13 and 15 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!
“BDAS, LLC is a triple TTB
CERTIFIED FACILITY”
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 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
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 sometimes less volume is 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 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.
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, Winemakers or Spirits producers. NOTE: A complete revision of sample codes has been implemented. Older codes will be phased out as soon as possible. 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. Theses are noted - listed numbers - on page 4.Check these items so no surprise charges appear on your invoice.
ADDITIONAL CHARGES & COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGES | 4
CODES: BEER WINE SPIRITS CIDER KOMBUCHA
NO CODE = ALL SAMPLES
TEST ITEM # COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGES
& BASIC/LEGAL NOTARIZED ALCOHOL REPORTSPRICE
$
C01 ALCOHOL BASIC Alcohol by volume at 20 °C and 60 °F and SG - see C02 for “legal values”. *Samples over 12% ABV are first distilled.
1 Bottle or can
30/60*
C02 ALCOHOL–LEGAL CONTENTCertified and notarized report of alcohol content - Alcohol % volume and weight at 20 °C and 60 °F and SG.*Samples over 12% ABV are first distilled. 1 Bottle or can
50/80*
C03B K*C*
BREWER’S SPECIFICATIONS Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Extracts, Calories, IBUs, Color and pH. *KOMBUCHA/*CIDER SPECIFICATIONS (Substitute total acidity for IBU’s)
1 Bottle or can (2 preferred)
80
C04B
CRAFT BREWER’S COMPETITION PACKAGE
Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Bittering Units, Color, pH and Sensory Analysis (judging with GABF or other specified guidelines). See C06 for details. 4 Bottles or cans
170
CONTINUED
TEST ITEM # ADDITIONAL CHARGES
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.
30
F3 PROCESSING FEESamples requiring clarification prior to analysis.
10
F4 GC- ADD ON [DISCOUNTED PRICE]A higher alcohol and esters (HAE) or VDK GC profile added to any Comprehensive package. [Example ask for F4-GCHAE or F4-GCVDK]
100
F5 ADDITIONAL REPORTSExtra reports or reports re-issued at a later date (re-named samples etc.)
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.
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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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NOTE> BDAS, LLC PROJECT AND CONSULTING FEES ARE COVERED ON PAGE 7 <NOTE
COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGES CONCLUDED| 5
TEST ITEM # COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGES
& BASIC/LEGAL NOTARIZED ALCOHOL REPORTSPRICE
$
C05B
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 See the GC section to add VDK (Diacetyl) and Higher Alcohols and Esters Profiles at a special rate $100 each).
245
C06B
+Sensory
BEER COMPREHENSIVE CHEMICAL & SENSORY PROFILE Combines the CO5 chemical package with one full sensory panel evaluation. 40-attribute ballot with radar (spider) and bar-chart profiles and sensory summary. (See also, Craft Brewers Competition Package, C04, above.)
8 Bottles or cans
330
C07B
Wort
COMPREHENSIVE WORT ANALYSISAsh, Bittering Units, Calcium†, Color, FAN, Iron†, Magnesium†, Original Extract, pH, Protein†, Starch Content (Quantitative), Total Acidity and Zinc†.
1 Liter (or 2 x 500 mL)
270
C08W
WINE COMPREHENSIVE CHEMICAL PROFILE
Alcohol By Volume and Weight at 60 °F & 20 °C, Ash, pH, Sulfur Dioxide – Free, Fixed, and Total, Volatile and Total Acidity, Residual Extract.
1 x 750 mL Bottle (min)
155
C09S
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. A Notary document supplied for official purposes for $25.00 extra. 1 x 750 mL Bottle (min)
205
C10B S
FORCED AGING STUDY Carbon dioxide (and Air) when applicable, Color, Sediment, Thermal stress number, Turbidity, UV-visible spectrum, and including Basic taste notes. This is a comparative test; half samples retained/tested as the control set and the other subjected to a forced aging process. 8 Bottles or Cans
385
C11B
Sensory
TASTE PANEL EVALUATIONSingle evaluations and multi-time/date testings. A full 40 attribute descriptive sensory profiling; see also package, C06.Additional dates for same product aging (e.g., 30, 45, 60, 90, 120/150 days) as desired.
2 Bottles or cans per required time testing
125/1st100/Eachadditionaltime test.
C12Sensory
TRIANGLE TASTE TESTSFor this and other forced-choice sensory tests please call for specifics.
CALL
See Sections: Malt & Hops, GC, Microbiology and Water & Metals Minerals for additional tests. Additional processing costs may apply - see page 4 *Where two prices appear in the price column the higher price reflects the additional $30.00 for distillation.
†Off-site testing.
NUTRITIONAL TEST PACKAGES | 6
TEST ITEM #
NUTRITIONAL TEST PACKAGES& INDIVIDUAL SPECIALIZED NUTRITIONAL TESTS
[INCLUDES FDA RESTAURANT MANDATE TESTS]
PRICE $
N01 NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Ash, Calories, Original and Final Extract, Protein†, and Total Carbohydrates.^
2 Standard Bottles/Cans
140/170*
N02 NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE WITH SODIUM
As N01 plus SODIUM^†. 2 Standard Bottles/Cans175/205*
N03 NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE WITH HPLC SUGARS
As for N01 plus HPLC Sugars (Glucose, Fructose, Maltose, Sucrose and Lactose)^†.
2 Standard Bottles/Cans
230/260*
N04 NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE WITH SODIUM & HPLC SUGARSAs for N01 Plus, Sodium and HPLC Sugars (Glucose, Fructose, Maltose, Sucrose and Lactose)^†.
2 Standard Bottles/Cans
265/295*
N05 NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE WITH SODIUM, HPLC SUGARS & FATSAs for N01 Plus, Sodium, HPLC Sugars (Glucose, Fructose, Maltose, Sucrose and Lactose)† and Total Fats^ †.
2 Standard Bottles/Cans
290/320*
N06 COMPLETE NUTRITIONAL LABEL PACKAGE [FDA NUTRITIONAL MANDATE] Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Ash, Calories, Original and Final Extract, Protein†, Total Carbohydrates, HPLC Sugars (Glucose, Fructose, Sucrose, Maltose and Lactose)†, Sodium†, Total Fats, Cholesterol and Total Fiber†^.
NOTE: A Fats/Lipids profile can be requested instead of total fats. See N012. CALL FOR DETAILS. 4 Standard Bottles/Cans
575/605*
N07 FERMENTATION PROFILE Alcohol By Volume and Weight, Real and Original Extracts, Real and Apparent Degrees of Fermentation/attenuation and Calories (Anton Paar). 1 Standard Bottle/Can (2 preferred)
45/75*
N08 ASHTotal inorganic (mineral) content via evaporation and combustion. 1 Standard Bottle/Can
50
N09 PROTEINTotal protein via Kjeldahl digestion†. (See N01) 1 Standard Bottle/Can
50
N10 HPLC SUGARS/CARBOHYDRATES – SUGAR/DEXTRIN PROFILESimple sugars or dextrin profiles, Request specific test: Sugars - Glucose, Fructose, Sucrose, Maltose, Lactose or DP Dextrins Series (G1 to G5 Sugars/dextrins) † 1 Standard Bottle/Can or 150 mL Wort
125
N11 TOTAL FATS (VIA ACID HYDROLYSIS)Total fats analysis - acid hydrolysis 1 Standard Bottle/Can
50
See Page 4 for potential additional charge details. †Off-site testing. ^State desired serving size if not at a standard size [Usually 12 fl. oz. for beer, 1.5 fl. oz. for spirits, 4 fl. oz. for wine.]*Where two prices appear in the price column the higher price reflects the additional $30.00 for distillation. CONTINUED
CODES: BEER WINE SPIRITS CIDER KOMBUCHA
NO CODE = ALL SAMPLES
NUTRITIONAL TEST PACKAGES CONCLUDED | 7
TEST ITEM #
NUTRITIONAL TEST PACKAGES& INDIVIDUAL SPECIALIZED NUTRITIONAL TESTS
[INCLUDES FDA RESTAURANT MANDATE TESTS]
PRICE $
N12 FAT/LIPID PROFILETotal, Saturated, Unsaturated fat, Cholesterol and lipid profile. [Recommended for cream/egg based liqueurs etc.]†
1 Standard Bottle/Can
200
N13 TOTAL FIBER A total dietary fiber test.†
1 Standard Bottle/Can
175
N14 FIBER: SOLUBLE AND INSOLUBLE A total dietary fiber test with soluble and insoluble forms reported.†Contact us for details on this testing done for us off-site
2 Standard Bottles/Cans
250
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 brewers. We can tailor other packages to best meet YOUR needs. †Off-site testing.
IMPORTANT NOTICE ON NUTRITIONAL TESTING:Nutritional mandates are still being developed and additional items may be required. It is possible that not all tests listed above or in the current mandates from the FDA and the TTB will be required or at least not in all cases. The team at BDAS, LLC is actively investigating and researching the most up-to-date rules and regulations and we suggest you contact us for the
details for your particular products and situations.
Many nutritional tests are done at an affiliate laboratory and cannot be done on a rush basis - please allow 10-14 working days in most cases on extended nutritional testing. Prior planning for the nutritional mandate deadlines or for individual restaurant requirements is essential. Most laboratories testing food and beverage nutritional parameters will be inundated with requests as the deadline approaches. While we will do our best to accommodate all requests we cannot be
held responsible for delays that may occur in this regard.
TEST ITEM # PROJECTS AND CONSULTING
CF
CONSULTINGConsulting charges start at $125/hour and may include travel and accommodation fees etc. Contact us for full details. See page 13 for more information. Extended phone conversations where we add value to operations are also considered under consulting arrangements unless part of normal reporting of client results.
PF
PROJECT CONTRACTSSpecial projects agreed to by both parties will incur various fees. Basic project fees start at $75/hour for set up and research work. 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 page 13 for more information.
INDIVIDUAL TESTS | 8
TEST ITEM #
INDIVIDUAL ANALYTE TESTS PRICE $
T01 BITTERNESS (IBU’s) (spectrophotometric) 1 Bottle/can
40
T02S
CARAMEL COLOR Marsh test (& spectrophotometric confirmation - qualitative) 1 Bottle/can
50
T03 CARBOHYDRATES - ENZYMATIC SUGARS Sucrose, Glucose, Fructose [Note: HPLC analysis required for official nutritional testing.] Minimum of five samples required.
CALL
T04B S
COLOR Spectrophotometric - Beer at A430, Spirits at A525 1 Bottle/can
20
T05B C K
DISSOLVED CO2 Volumes of dissolved CO2 (Zahm and Nagel) 2 Bottles/cans
40
T06B 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
T07 FILL VOLUME CONFIRMATIONBottles Or Cans [Density and sample container weights determined for assessments.] 2-4 Bottles/cans
50
T08 FAN^Free amino nitrogen (ninhydrin-spectrophotometric) 100 mL
45
T09 GLUTEN QUALITATIVEEZ Quant Simple strip-testing. 100 mL
50
T10 GLUTEN QUANTITATIVEELISA full Quantitative.† 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 - 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 (BATF Gauging Manual method) 1 x 750 mL Bottle
75
T16S
PROOF SOLIDSSolids by evaporation (BATF Gauging Manual method). Samples must be between 80-100 degrees Proof. 150 mL minimum
50
T17W
SOLIDS (Percentage) - Extract (Plato or Brix) via Distillation! 1 x 750 mL Bottle
60
† Samples tested off-site. ^W: Winemakers refer to this as YAN (Yeast assimilable nitrogen). CONTINUED
CODES: BEER WINE SPIRITS CIDER KOMBUCHA
NO CODE = ALL SAMPLES
INDIVIDUAL TESTS CONCLUDED - MALT & HOPS | 9
TEST ITEM #
INDIVIDUAL ANALYTE TESTS PRICE $
T18 SPECTROSCOPIC FINGERPRINTING OF SAMPLE UV-visible scan - 220 to 1000 nanometers. 50 mL 25
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 30
T22W S
SULFUR DIOXIDE (SO2 - SULFITES) (TOTAL, BOUND AND FREE) Aeration/Oxidation Method. 1 Bottle or can 50
T23W S
TANNINS Various assay methods available. CALL
T24 TITRATABLE ACIDITY As lactic in beer, tartaric in wine & acetic in spirits. 1 Bottle or can 25
T25C S W
VOLATILE ACIDITY As acetic, unless otherwise specified. 1 Bottle or can 50
T26B
YEAST FERMENTABLE EXTRACTEnd fermentation test [Call before sending samples as this requires preparation of suitable/active yeast.] 1 Bottle or can
75
† Indicates off-site testing.
TEST ITEM
# MALT AND HOPSBREWERS AND DISTILLERS
PRICE $
MALTM01 SIMPLE MALT ANALYSIS†
Moisture, Extract and Color. 1kg50
M02 MALT ESSENTIALS† Moisture, Friability, Fine Extract, β-glucan, FAN, DP, α-amylase, color, filtration time, clarity and pH 1Kg
100
M03 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
M04 ENZYMES ONLY†Diastatic Power & α-amylase 1kg 75
M05 FRIABILITY ONLY† Leading indicator of malt quality. 250 g
25
HOPSH01B
ALPHA AND BETA ACIDS CONTENT AND MOISTURESpectrophotometric determination following extraction and also moisture content determination. Pellets $60 . Whole cones $85. 50 g
60/85
H02B
MOISTURE Standard dry down and weight measurements. 50 g
20
Rush testing not generally available for off-site tests -indicated by†
GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY | 10
TEST ITEM # GC - GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY PRICE
$
GC01 INDIVIDUAL ANALYTE Specify: Acetaldehyde, Methanol etc. [Only with Higher alcohols and esters]. 100 mL
75
GC02 HIGHER ALCOHOLS AND ESTERS“The “TTB-series”: Acetaldehyde, Ethyl Acetate, Methanol, n-Propanol, Isobutanol, 1-Butanol and the Active and Isoamyl Alcohols. 100 mL
125
GC03 DIACETYL (VDK’S)Vicinal Diketones [2,3-butanedione (DIACETYL) and 2,3-pentanedione] Total values reported. Call with any questions. 1 Std. Container
115
GC04 ALCOHOLS/ESTERS/DIACETYL Higher alcohols and esters (“TTB-series”-see above GC02) and Vicinal Diketones [2,3-butanedione (DIACETYL) and 2,3-pentanedione GC03]. SPECIAL COMBINED PACKAGE PRICING 2 Std. Containers
185
GC05 NEW ANALYTE/METHOD DEVELOPMENTCall to establish analytes of interest. CALL
CALL
GC06 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
Other tests are available upon request. Items illustrated above are those most com-monly requested.For GC Codes Specify matrix: Beer, Wine or Distilled Spirit. For any In-house test package (where no test is done off site) the GC02 or GC03 pack-ages can be added at a cost of just $100 per code test.
APPLIES TO ALL: BEER WINE SPIRITS CIDER KOMBUCHA
MICROBIOLOGY | 11
TEST ITEM # MICROBIOLOGY PRICE
$
MIC01 TOTAL PLATE COUNTTotal Plate Counts on 5 media (aerobic and anaerobic). General descriptors of cell morphology included. 2 Bottles or cans*
125
MIC02 FAME ANALYSISFatty acid methyl ester profile analysis for Yeast Strain Identification. Isolated colonies only
175
MIC03 PCR ID Species identification via DNA sequencing - Isolated colonies only. (Run at an affiliate/off-site facility). Isolated colonies only
175
MIC04 CARBON UTILIZATION ANALYSIS - YEAST Identification based on utilization of 32 carbon sources. Isolated colonies only. Isolated colonies only
75
MIC05 MICROSCOPIC EVALUATION Photographs of sediment, qualitative only. 1 Bottle or can
50
Other tests are available upon request. Items illustrated above are those most commonly requested. *More sample may be required per specific growth conditions. Please call Matt for details. *Beer samples usually require at least two full bottles/cans.
APPLIES TO ALL: BEER WINE SPIRITS CIDER KOMBUCHA
WATER & METALS/MINERALS | 12
TEST ITEM # WATER AND METALS/MINERALS PACKAGES
& INDIVIDUAL TESTSPRICE
$WATER
WO1
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. 2 x 1 L or 1 x 2 L
120
METALS & MINERALS†
MM01 METALS/ MINERALS 1Calcium, Iron, Magnesium and Zinc 100 mL 125
MM02 METALS/ MINERALS 2Potassium and Sodium 100 mL 80
MM03 METALS/ MINERALS 3 Chloride, Fluoride, Nitrate 100 mL 100
MM04COMPLETE METALS AND MINERALS PACKAGE FOR WATER AND WORT NUTRITION:Calcium, Chloride, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Sulfate and Zinc. 200 mL
225
MM05
SINGLE METAL CATION (TOTAL)CATIONS: Choose one from the following: Calcium, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium Sodium and Zinc most commonly requested.
100 mL
50
MM06 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†.
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.
TESTS APPLY TO ALL: BEER WINE SPIRITS CIDER KOMBUCHA
PRICES POLICIES & SHIPPING | 13
Brewing and Distilling Analytical Services, LLC
Prices and Turnaround:
All catalog prices remain in effect until further notice (non-rush basis!). 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]. 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. You are always welcome to call us with questions related to your own requested test results. More involved questions, extensive discussions and problem solving or troubleshooting inquiries can be made available on an individual
consultation basis (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 (or if visiting the lab to learn or discuss testing with us) a credit card
payment can commence. Consulting fees start at our hourly rate of $125.00. When travelling, reasonable accommodation and meals 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 $75.00 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 and catalog numbers may be found on page 7
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 and FEDEX 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 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
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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 (for Bioterrorism clearance purposes) 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. We can help you in this registration process if you encounter any problems. 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. (Available upon request or to 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. Invoices are also only to be E-mailed to allow for digital payments. 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 (especially those requiring Notarization) 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 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 (calls forward to the laboratory) You may also contact us via E-mail at [email protected] or [email protected] 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: gspedding,
matt or amber @alcbevtesting.com, respectively.
Payment and Terms:
BDAS accepts credit card payment through our Accounting Software - a secure line. Currently no fees for using a credit card are passed along to you though this may change. Sorry AMEX is currently not accepted. A unique link is 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 if preferred for ongoing non-initial orders. We do accept checks, purchase orders and provide for direct
billing.
Our terms are net 15 days from your receipt of the E-mailed report of your results; invoices will accompany those reports. 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.
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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 $75.00/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.
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 winemakers. 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 import 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 13-15. CALL IF UNSURE ABOUT ANY POLICIES - WE WANT YOU TO HAVE TOTAL SATISFACTION.
Summary: Key Policies - Answers to FAQ’sRUSH FEES
NORMAL TURNAROUND 7-10 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 usually not applicable on outsourced testing (except under extreme circumstances and subject to variable higher costs from our affiliate parties). Reissued forms if requested on a rush basis will also be subject to the priority fees (see Extra and Notarized reports.)
CONSULTING & RETAINER FEES
Start at our hourly rate of $125.00. 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.
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.
SAMPLE SUBMISSION 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.
SHIPPING SAMPLES All shipments should be marked “Samples for Analysis Only – Not for Human Consumption.
REPORTS We issue reports electronically in the form of PDF’s In all cases unless otherwise requested. Invoices will also only be E-mailed unless mailed copies needed.
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: *Additional notary-signed copies will be charged for. Any form can be notarized as covered under Additional Charges on Page 4.
PAYMENT & TERMS
SEE ALSO PAGE 14for 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.
As for general reports some additional mailing/processing costs may be involved for rush submissions or multiple Notarized copies etc. - see 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.
Please call or E-mail for further clarification. [859-278-2533/ [email protected] ]
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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!
The Brewing and Distilling Analytical Services, LLC.Services Order Form can be Emailed to you or downloaded from the
website.
SAMPLE SUBMISSION SHEET:
http://www.alcbevtesting.com/catalog-and-testing-facilities/
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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Lexington, KY, 40504TEL: 859-278-2533
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