The BJCP Bulletin

The Official Newsletter of the

Beer Judge Certification Program

Nominations Open for

2017 BJCP Board of Directors Election

This year four of the seven BJCP Board of Directors positions are up for election. Potential candidates must be National rank or higher, be nominated (by themselves or others) and receive five endorsements from active judges in their region. Nominations will be accepted through February 15th (midnight PST). More details, including a link to the nomination form, can be found on the BJCP Election Center page .

Mid-Atlantic Region Assistant Reps

As the BJCP continues to grow, it's become harder for representatives to handle the local needs of all members within the regions. So the BJCP has added assistant regional representatives to help provide assistance to members on the local level. Within our Mid-Atlantic Region, I've selected three assistants: Read more.

FAQs #1: Sour Fruit Beers, Specialty IPAs, Gruit and English Brown

By Dennis Mitchell, with review and editing from Gordon Strong

This new newsletter column will discuss frequently asked questions about the style guidelines and judging practices.

Acidity in Cider and Perry

By Michael Wilcox

Acidity is sensed in the mouth as sourness or tartness. Some acids have an aroma but most of the “good” or desirable cider acids have little to none. Acidity is a vital component of cider and perry, and a range of it can give a fresh taste, provide preservation from infection, or give a harshness that makes… Read more.

FYI - Member Resources

The start of a new year seems like a good time to remind members of some key resources available. Go to this article to learn more about member badges, the online portal, off-flavor kits and contacting BJCP Representatives and staff. Read more.

Rank Advancements January 2017

Each BJCP Bulletin recognizes judges who have advanced to national or master rank since the last publication. This installment recognizes advancements from roughly mid-September 2016 through January 2017. Congratulations! Read more.

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