Tom Fitzpatrick, 1959-2013

The BJCP is deeply saddened to hear of the sudden and unexpected passing of Tom Fitzpatrick of Batavia, IL. Tom was a Grand Master judge, NHC medalist, and the BJCP’s […]

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Exam Program Update

Well over 1000 online exams have been given since the program started in April 2012. The new format tasting exam continues to be well received, and passing rates are high. […]

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Help Wanted

Interested in volunteering to help with BJCP projects? We could use help in the following areas: Cider Exam Committee — Subject matter experts needed to devise the exam format and […]

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Reminders for New Judges and Organizers

With the new exam program being introduced this year, there has been an increase in questions from new judges and organizers. Following are answers to these common questions: Judges who […]

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Updated Exam Materials

Several of the exam materials have been updated, including the exam study guide. Additional Portuguese translations of exam materials have been posted as well.

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Competition Registration Changes

BJCP competition registration processing has been streamlined to address common requests and has been updated based on how most competitions are currently run. We now provide a complete list of […]

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NHC 2012 Presentation

The Keynote Presentation at the judge reception at the 2012 AHA NHC has been posted. Presented by Dr. Diego Libkind of Argentina, this presentation discusses how the cold-fermenting parent of […]

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Portuguese and Spanish Exams

The online entrance exam questions are now available in Portuguese and Spanish for our fellow judges in Brazil, Argentina, and other countries, although the testing interface is only available in […]

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Quick Updates

The new online exam is going well. Over 100 people have taken the online course so far, with a passing rate in the 70-75% range, which is comparable to the […]

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New Exam Program Launched

The BJCP Board has unanimously approved the recommendation of the Exam Directors to implement a new beer exam program, effective April 1, 2012. No legacy exams will be given on […]

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