President’s Message – February 2014

Hola MASHers,

As we watched the Olympics and the closing ceremony it brings to mind medals of our own! As in Coconut Cup medals! That’s right, the Coconut Cup is upon us in all of it’s glory. This is an official call to judge and steward. Below you will find a complete list of judging sessions, locations and times. Fear not you newbies, there is a place for you to help. We can pair you with a BJCP certified judge and this is a great way to hone your chops. Also, stewarding positions are also available. If you can open a beer, you can do this job! I think all BJCP judges started as stewards.

Monday March 10th 5 pm @ Daddy Brews

Saturday March 15th 12 pm @ Scott & Denise Graham’s

Sunday March 16th 12 pm @ Daddy Brews

Friday March 21st 12pm @ the American Legion South Miami

Final Judging session and awards ceremony

Saturday March 22nd @ the American Legion South Miami

Please RSVP Scott Graham @ grahams@cs.fiu.edu so we can properly plan for your arrival.

Speaking of medals, Matt Waldron represented MASH at the Best Florida Beer Competition with a bronze medal in standard cider. Huzzah!

Speaking of judging, How many of have attempted the on line BJCP written exam?  ….(crickets)…..

Bueller?  Bueller? Ferris Bueller. Anyone?

Come on people, you spend more on a beer, Try the exam and see how you do. The cutoff before we open the slots for the tasting exam to other clubs is May. Don’t pass up this rare opportunity to take the tasting exam without travelling hundreds of miles.

This month’s BOtY is fruit beer with Ryan LaPete running the educational session, Bring your fruitiest.

Next month is Scottish and Irish with Alisa Britton schooling us.

See you all Thursday 7 pm @ your favorite homebrew store Daddy Brews!

Cheers,

Bob Billany

President

Miami Area Society of Homebrewers