Www.microbrewing.com.au American Pale Ale Challenge

[Spesh]

Introductory announcement for all Brewers (Commercial and home)- Free entry
Intro:
When Australians think of American Pale Ales, we all think of the pioneers Little Creatures Pale Ale, who are worthy to the throne. But there are many great American Pales out there that are not known. From the leading microbrewery of a state, to a the hidden microbrewery in the country side, from the champion home brewer, to the home brewer that tells his mates how good it is, there are great American Pale Ale in Australia. The microbrewing.com.au American Pale Ale Challenge is ready to begin. Is your American Pale Ale as good as you think it is?
Event: microbrewing.com.au American Pale Ale Challenge
Judges:
Alex Troncoso: American Pale Ale Specialist WBC/PRBS/AIBA/BrewNZ Judge.
Roger Bussell: Beer Guru and past Chief Judge....
Hugh Dunn: Beer Brain and past Chief Judge.....
More on judging soon.
Cost: Nothing (Thanks to sponsors and Judges)


http://www.microbrewing.com.au/noticeboard...-challenge.html

For feedback and questions [email protected]

 

[jayse]

Thats cool! good luck folks

 

[levin_ae92]

Oh I'm totally gonna enter, i dont expect to do well, but I would love to at least have one of my creations judged by experts!!

 

[drsmurto]

Sounds like the perfect excuse to use some of my fresh home-grown chinook :beerbang:

 

[The Scientist]

I've read the speal twice and didn't find an entry date, anyone know?

 

[dpadden]

I've read the speal twice and didn't find an entry date, anyone know?

"Note: This is an introductory announcement to let brewers know about the challenge. More information will be released soon."

 

[Frank]

I've read the speal twice and didn't find an entry date, anyone know?

The extended heading above says late May early June.

 

[The Scientist]

Cheers, thats good enough for me :beerbang:

 

[Murcluf]

Reply regarding more detail on the APA Challenge Dates

JS says:
Estimated arrival of entries:
May 24th to May 27th
Judging on May 29th
Post to
Microbrewing
PO BOX 610
Applecross
6153, WA
Will also be some drop off points around Perth
Will confirm dates this week.

So for us amateurs who haven't got APA down already we either got to pull our fingers out or give it a miss. currently all gear is tied up with lagers and stouts for SABSOSA. So I doubt I'll have any time to put in a APA in, in time.

 

[Dazza_devil]

I just bottled a master piece but it's an extract version.
Still worthwhile sending a sample?

 

[Murcluf]

I just bottled a master piece but it's an extract version.
Still worthwhile sending a sample?

There is no limitations on how you make that I could find, so why not have a go

 

[Dazza_devil]

There is no limitations on how you make that I could find, so why not have a go

Just noticed that it's judged on the 29th May so 5 weeks in the bottle, perhaps still a little green but a taste test will tell.

 

[Sydneybrewer]

why did i not see this earlier i only have one bottle of my pale ale left :blink:

 

[Dazza_devil]

And they want 2 bottles.
I'm not sure if I could part with 2 bottles of my Maidu Gold anyway.
I wonder how they would jugde a beer that is cloudy from roused sediment that a rough journey stirred up.

edited to say - guidelines suggest that dry-hopped versions may be a slightly hazy

 

[jiesu]

**** hey, Why Not I'll send a few of mine off. Worst case scenario Someone enjoys a couple of my home brews best cast a medal

Good luck all.

 

[mahonya1]

Any news on where the drop off locations are around Perth?

 

[brendanos]

International Beer Shop is listed on the latest update - fine by me!

 

[brendanos]

You could email [email protected] or call John on 0413 87 2337 to see if he has any other collection points

 

[brendanos]

Just confirmed with John - the only arranged drop point is IBS, though if you can't get there phone John & he can probably pick up your entry while he is out on the road in the first few days of June.

If you were considering entering but didn't feel that it was worth it (even though it's free) if your homebrew wins, you'll be the proud owner of:

A carton of Little Creatures Pale Ale
A LC t-shirt & hat
1 year subscription to Beer & Brewer
$100 cash
Bragging rights...

 

[mahonya1]

Just confirmed with John - the only arranged drop point is IBS, though if you can't get there phone John & he can probably pick up your entry while he is out on the road in the first few days of June.

If you were considering entering but didn't feel that it was worth it (even though it's free) if your homebrew wins, you'll be the proud owner of:

A carton of Little Creatures Pale Ale
A LC t-shirt & hat
1 year subscription to Beer & Brewer
$100 cash
Bragging rights...

Any chance I can drop off 2 bottles at the end of this week? I will be visiting from Brisbane later this week and will save me posting the beer if I can hand carry them over.