Well, would you look at that – you’re a Provisional Judge in the BJCP! That is, if you followed the steps listed in Part I of How to Become a Beer Judge. If not, you’ll want to backtrack and get cozy with the study guide. Technically, a Provisional Judge counts as a beer judge in […]
DMB Road Trip Brewery Hop: Part 2
Ok kids, the pit stop’s over. Time to pile back into the car and finish our trip. If you missed the first half, click here to catch up. Try not to snooze and miss all of the scenery! Good times were had dancing to the music of the Dave Matthews Band at the Gorge. If […]
How to Become a Beer Judge (BJCP) Part I
The BJCP, or Beer Judge Certification Program, became a blip on my radar while I was studying for the Certified Cicerone® Exam. While I wasn’t very interested in the program at the time, I was living large with the style guidelines – the Holy Bible of what defines specific styles and subcategories of beer. […]
DMB Road Trip Brewery Hop: Part 1
For fans of the Dave Matthews Band, the Gorge Amphitheater, located in a remote part of Washington State, is the ultimate place to see a live show. Every Labor Day weekend, the band does three amazing shows over three nights. I’ve been lucky enough to attend 11 times since 2001. This year, I decided to […]
Bottle Cap Contemplations
The main purpose of a bottle cap is to keep the contents of the bottle from pouring out unexpectedly, and also to provide easy access for when you want that liquid goodness to come out. The life of most caps ends with the hissing release of carbonation, after which they are pronounced dead. Many are […]
Pairing Beer and Cheese with Harmons and Solstice Chocolate: Summer Edition
Welcome to the summer edition of Crafty Beer Girls’ Beer & Cheese Pairing with our friends from Harmons Grocery and Solstice Chocolate. If you missed the winter edition, you’ll want to check it out and read the introduction to familiarize yourself with our beer-loving cheese expert, Andy Fitzgerrell, and our tips for pairing beer and […]