BJCP Newsletter Summary – Key Updates for Homebrewers
The latest update from the Beer Judge Certification Program highlights continued growth, new initiatives, and ongoing improvements to the judging and competition ecosystem.
Newsletter Overview
This issue covers updates across BJCP operations, technology, and community activity, with a focus on improving the experience for judges and competitors.
Program & Community Updates
BJCP continues to expand its global footprint, supported by an active base of judges and competitions. Ongoing regional activity and judge engagement remain strong, reinforcing the organization’s role in homebrew competitions worldwide.
👉 Judge Spotlight– Max Finnance
👉 Expanded Exam offerings at NHC
Technology Directorate
Work continues on modernizing BJCP’s infrastructure, including rollout of the Bravo system, aimed at improving:
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Judge record management
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Competition data handling
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Overall user experience
This aligns with broader efforts to replace legacy systems and support future growth.
Competition Directorate
Competition activity remains robust, with continued participation across multiple regions. Updates also emphasize process improvements and efficiency in competition reporting.
Exam Directorate
BJCP exams continue at a steady pace, with increased activity and availability. This supports new judge onboarding and advancement within the program.