As beverage competitions start ramping up, this Tap Into Knowledge sessions will shine a light on all the aspects leading up to the award ceremony. A curated panel of experts will guide us through how competitions are executed, the path on how you yourself can take to becoming a judge of beer, cider and mead plus on-going sensory opportunities to stay sharp. This is a session open to all - from enthusiasts to professionals!
On the panel: Moderator: Tom Nickel, Co-founder of Nickel Beer Co and O' Brien's Pub, Competition Organizer of the San Diego International Beer Festival Beer Panelist: Anthony Chen, Head Brewer and Cellar Manager of AleSmith Brewing, Master - ranked BJCP Beer Judge Cider Panelist: Beth Demmon, freelance writer and author of The Beer Lover's Guide to Cider, Certified - ranked BJCP Beer Judge and Certified Cider Professional through the American Cider Association Mead Panelist: Jesus Martir, Certified Cicerone®, international judge of mead, cider and beer On-Going Sensory Panelist: Dan Imdieke, Master Cicerone®, Constant at Ingrainedbeer.com