We Are PrimeTime

Great People, Great Stories, Great Beer

Mission Statement

We are an organization of brewers in the greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area who have a strong passion for Beer, Mead, and other craft brews. We strive to help everyone become better brewers in a fun and encouraging way. We hope to see you soon at an upcoming meeting. Cheers!

Upcoming Events

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Our monthly meetings are great places to learn how to brew great beer. Some compete in our monthly competitions, some enjoy the beer and have dinner in area Brewpubs, and some just come to taste what others have brewed. Each person in our club is at a different point in their brewing journey, and all types of brewers are embraced. Beginners listen and learn, advancing brewers compete and gain valuable feedback, and judges and leadership mentor those who desire more. No matter where you are in your brewing process, PrimeTime Brewers is home of the best people (and brewers) around.

Come to any of our upcoming meetings and see for yourself how these fine beer, mead, and braggot brewers make you feel. No need to call ahead, but if you would like some guidance, email us with the button below, and we be there for you.

Featured Sponsors

Our upcoming events are supported by our sponsors, and without them, our craft would not improve. In Beer City, we have several amazing sponsors.
This month, we would like to feature the following Sponsors!

Farmhaus Farms for hosting our June Meeting

Brass Ring Brewing for hosting our Thirsty Thursday this month

Trailpoint Brewing for hosting our Big Brew Day event and tasting party later this month.
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The Bier Distillery, where we have filled a Bourbon Barrel with an Imperial Stout for long term aging. 

Here's Where We Were


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RUBBER CHICKEN:
​Date: May 21st, 2025.        Host: Jeff Williams and The Mitten

Thank You to our Guest judges!

      Thirsty Thursday on May 1 was well attended at Thornapple Brewing and Eric Fouch has invited us back for fireworks on July 3rd if we fancy it?
     Big Brew Day on May 4 (hosted by Siciliano’s & Trailpoint). PTB was well represented with 10 (of 20) brewers. We’re invited to bring samples to share on Thursday June 19th, 6pm at Trailpoint.
     The ProAm draw last Sunday matched up 4 PTBers:
Ian Purvis with BOB’s Brewery, Greg Sanial with Pike 51 , Gerald Gavin with Two Guys, Matt Mead with Perrin Brewing, Chad Banks opted not to participate, Bill Smith just missed out, unless another brewery steps up (GRCC maybe??)
     New PTB apparel website is open now, closes May 31 for the first production run.
     Michigan Beer Cup: entries opened up on May 15 at comp.michiganbeercup.com. Drop off by August 10.
     BJCP judging: Anyone interested in doing some sensory training and BJCP exam prep: Matt Bair is prepared to lead another class in the Fall or Winter. 

Upcoming Events (local and national)
     Next Thirsty Thursday - Brass Ring - June 5th
     Next Wednesday Meeting (Food Pairing) - Farmhaus Farms - June 18th
     WM Homebrew Party: June 28th 3 pm
     Big Brew Day Tasting at Trailpoint Brewing on June 19 - 6:00pm
     Dark Mild (September competition) twist: Add cherry and whatever (if anything) you want.
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New Business
     Michigan Homebrew Festival: Who is willing to lead?
     Next year competition styles: List is being formed by Mies now
     Next Month Competition: Food And Beer Pairing
     Tonight’s BOTY comp. results for the Saison:
Bill - 1st Place
Greg - 2nd Place
Ian - 3rd Place

Latest Competition Winners

Congratulations to our newest award winners!

Monthly Competition



Congratulations to Bill Smith for his winning Saison at our May meeting! This makes two months in a row! Cheers!

Brewer of the Year 2024

Celebrate Greg Sanial's achievement as the 2024 Brewer of the Year with us. This is Greg's second time being our top brewer. So join PrimeTime Brewers in raising two glasses to his dedication and passion for brewing.

It's so much more than great beer.

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