Competition Directorate There have been many cancellations and postponements of competitions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many judging opportunities have been lost. We are seeing more new registrations as […]
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Exam Directorate Quarter 3 Update 2020
We continually respond to the COVID-19 effects on the exam calendar. Our best wishes to all administrators, proctors and participants while navigating local circumstances. Currently, we expect the back half […]
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Canadian Beer Styles: Four Unofficial Draft Styles to Consider
By Victor North From the North Region of the BJCP comes 4 new unofficial draft styles to consider. Explore the history and societal significance of Québécoise Rousse, Ontario Pale Ale, […]
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November 5th: Online Malt Sensory Training with Education Directorate
Malt Sensory Training Seminar Time: November 5th, 2020 8pm Central Earlier this year the BJCP Education Directorate published a malt sensory exercise aimed at letting participants experience the […]
MoreCompetition Directorate Update Q2.2020
By David Houseman, BJCP Competition Director As many of you know, the COVID-19 crisis has caused many competitions to be postponed or cancelled. This has and will continue to cause […]
MoreThe Perils of Pulling Rank
By Andrew Luberto “Yeah, well, you know, that’s just like your opinion, man” – The Dude Beer and Relativism Beer judges like beer. Most people wouldn’t dispute this fact. […]
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Member Announcements: June 2020
The following announcements are from BJCP Members and do not constitute any official endorsement or recognition by the organization. The Minnesota Home Brewers Association has been developing a handbook […]
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Rank Advancement: April-June 2020
Each BJCP Bulletin recognizes judges who have advanced to national or master rank since the last publication. This installment recognizes advancements from roughly April 2020 to June 2020. Congratulations! Grandmaster […]
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Regional Representatives – Quarter 2.2020 Updates
West Brian Cooper First I would like to thank our departing Rep, Travis Hammond, for his dedicated work in the West over the last 6 years. He has constantly offered […]
MoreCoronavirus Precautions and Procedures for BJCP Exams
By Travis Hammond Purpose This purpose of this document is to identify potential precautions and procedures to minimize the risks of exposure to coronavirus during a BJCP beer, mead, […]
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