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Competitions

PTB Monthly Competitions

Competition Rules
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2026
​Competition Schedule 
  • January:  22c American Barleywine  (BC) - WINNER: Weston Hosler
  • February:  12a British Golden Ale (BJCP) - WINNER: George Lawlor
  • March:  Cider (any category) (BC)
  • April:  21c Hazy IPA (BJCP)
  • May:  2a International Lager - Use this article  to help you create a replica (BC)
  • June:  Beer/Food Pairing (BC)
  • ​July:  28b Mixed Fermentation Sour (BJCP)
  • August: Mitten Peanuts and Crackerjack Porter Clone (6% ABV-30 IBU: Robust porter made with real roasted peanuts and peanut butter from Germack Pistachio Company.) (BC)
  • September:  5c German Helles Exportbier (BJCP)
  • October:  19a American Amber Ale (BJCP)
  • November:  16c Tropical Stout (BJCP)
  • December:  No Comp, Christmas Party

BJCP: Judged using the guidelines in the link
BC: Beauty Contest, all members vote on their favorites

Current "Brewer of the Year" Standings

Monthly Competition Point Awards:       1st place – 12 pts.          2nd place – 8 pts.           3rd place – 4 pts.         Entries Not Placing – 2 pts.

Local Competitions

Here, you'll find a curated list of events where you can showcase your brewing skills, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and celebrate the art of homebrewing. Additional Competition Information can be found at: www.homebrewersassociation.org
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Sicilianos - OPENS March 1 = Deadline: March 19
   Drop Off: March 30-April 13
*Qualifier for the Pro-Am

Click here for info about judging and stewarding!


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West Michigan Brew Off - In October
​*Qualifier for the Pro-Am
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Kent County Club Competition - In November
*Qualifier for the Pro-Am​

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National Homebrew Competition - In March/April

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Beer City Pro-AM - In September, Downtown GR. Volunteers needed, Congrats to our entrants!

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Great Lakes International Cider and Perry  Competition  (GLINTCAP) - Enter as a  Non-Commercial Entry starting early Feb.- Mid April - Drop off by late April  -  Competition Judging May 13-16, 2026 in GR

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Michigan Beer Cup - Entries Open Mid May through early  July
Michigan State Fair - Entries Open Mid April to End of May - Competition results: end of August

Member Achievement Awards

Several of our members have won medals at various competitions, and here are some of our greatest achievements!

2026 Awards

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