I wanted to make everyone aware of the resources available to aspiring home brewers and future beer judges through the BJCP website. BJCP is the Beer Judge Certification Program. This organization has been put together by volunteers that have a love for craft beer. They offer resources to help describe and judge the many different styles of beers that are available today. Here is a little blurb from their website:
“The BJCP was founded in 1985 and has administered the Beer Judge Examination to 6,959 individuals worldwide. 4,189 are currently active judges in the program, with 641 holding the rank of National or higher. Since we started keeping detailed records, our members have judged over 768,810 beers and we have sanctioned over 5,065 competitions.”
This organization, through its commitment to educating brewers and judges alike, has help move the industry to an increase output of quality made beer. The judging of home brewer’s beer has help improve the beers people are making at home and gives guidance on how to keep improving their home recipes.
Personally I will be starting to study for the BJCP exam that I plan to take next winter. I am looking forward to the challenge that this presents. This will help span my knowledge of beer and make me an better brewer and judge. Definitely check them out if you are looking to expand on your understanding of beer!
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