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Director’s Cut: A Little More About My Journey, Thanks to the AHA
In my first Zymurgy Director’s Cut column, May/June 2022, I shared the fact that I’ve been reading Zymurgy religiously since the 1990s, when the stars aligned, the universe spoke, and […] Read More The post Director’s Cut: A Little More About My Journey, Thanks to the AHA appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Member Update: Building the Future of the American Homebrewers Association
On Saturday, June 20, 2026, the American Homebrewers Association® (AHA) gathered more than 1,000 members at the 46th Homebrew Con in Asheville, N.C., for an update on your national association’s […] Read More The post Member Update: Building the Future of the American Homebrewers Association appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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48th Annual National Homebrew Competition Celebrates the Best in Homebrewed Beer, Cider, and Mead
Asheville, N.C. | June 20, 2026 — The American Homebrewers Association® (AHA), the national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the hobby of homebrewing, announced the winners of the 2026 National Homebrew […] Read More The post 48th Annual National Homebrew Competition Celebrates the Best in Homebrewed Beer, Cider, and Mead appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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July/August 2026 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available
This July/August 2026 issue of Zymurgy celebrates all things AHA, from the future of homebrewing and the return of Homebrew Con to wet hops, stock ale, Schlenkerla, new National Homebrew Competition leadership, […] Read More The post July/August 2026 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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A Toast to Bob Kauffman
Bob Kauffman was a longtime homebrewer, mentor, club leader, and friend whose dedication to the AHA and the homebrewing community left a lasting legacy. Read More The post A Toast to Bob Kauffman appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Justin Crossley Announced as Homebrew Con 2026’s Headline Speaker
Homebrew Con 2026 Just Got a Whole Lot Louder The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) is thrilled to announce that Justin Crossley, broadcaster, homebrewer, and one of the most recognizable personalities […] Read More The post Justin Crossley Announced as Homebrew Con 2026’s Headline Speaker appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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May/June 2026 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available
This May/June 2026 issue of Zymurgy takes readers on a global homebrewing tour, from Turkey and Tuscany to Ukrainian Golden Ale, German Dunkel, Italian Saison, and even a story about […] Read More The post May/June 2026 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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American Homebrewers Association Board Welcomes 4 New Members in 2026
Historic first election marks milestone for newly independent 501(c)(6) and (c)(3) Jennifer Blair Read Bio Stephanie Butler Read Bio Jen Pereira Read Bio Jeff Whelpley Read Bio In March, American […] Read More The post American Homebrewers Association Board Welcomes 4 New Members in 2026 appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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History in the Making: American Homebrewers Association 501(c)(3) and c6 Application Approved!
For 48 years, the American Homebrewers Association (AHA) has existed because homebrewers chose to build something amazing together as a membership group. Not investors.Not shareholders.Homebrewers. That spirit is exactly what […] Read More The post History in the Making: American Homebrewers Association 501(c)(3) and c6 Application Approved! appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Nominations Open: 2026 AHA Homebrew Shop of the Year
Homebrewers know the truth: a great homebrew shop is more than a place to buy ingredients. It’s a clubhouse, a classroom, a troubleshooting hotline, and sometimes even a therapy session. […] Read More The post Nominations Open: 2026 AHA Homebrew Shop of the Year appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Concluded: AHA Board of Directors Election
Voting has now concluded. Thank you for your participation! Results will be announced on April 7, 2026. The American Homebrewers Association invites active members to participate in the 2026 Board […] Read More The post Concluded: AHA Board of Directors Election appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Registration Open for Homebrew Con 2026
It’s here! The world’s biggest homebrew party is officially back—and registration for Homebrew Con 2026 is NOW OPEN. Join us June 19–20, 2026, in Asheville, North Carolina, with the National […] Read More The post Registration Open for Homebrew Con 2026 appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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AHA 2026 Overview – Membership Options (February 25, 2026)
The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) vision is a homebrewer in every neighborhood and a homebrew club in every community. We provide unmatched reasons, recipes, resources and rewards to homebrew. In […] Read More The post AHA 2026 Overview – Membership Options (February 25, 2026) appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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March/April 2026 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available
This March/April 2026 issue of Zymurgy is all about the pivot—how brewers adapt and thrive amid climate challenges, economic pressures, and shifting beer culture. Plus, 12 recipes! Read More The post March/April 2026 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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NHC 2026 Registration Open through Feb. 25
It’s time–registration is now open for the 2026 National Homebrew Competition (NHC)! 2026 marks the NHC’s 48th year, proudly brought to you by the American Homebrewers Association and supported by […] Read More The post NHC 2026 Registration Open through Feb. 25 appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Meet Your National Homebrew Competition Chairs
The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) is excited to announce the new National Homebrew Competition (NHC) chair and deputy chair. The NHC is the most iconic and competitive global competition in […] Read More The post Meet Your National Homebrew Competition Chairs appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Board Nominations Now Open
The AHA is powered by homebrewers who care, speak up, and want to steer the hobby forward. Nominate yourself or a fellow member to help guide strategy, lead committees, and shape the future of homebrewing. Read More The post Board Nominations Now Open appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Get Ready for the 2026 National Homebrew Competition (NHC)
Clear your calendar—the world’s largest and most competitive homebrew competition is gearing up for another epic year. The 2026 National Homebrew Competition (NHC) is officially on the horizon. 2026 marks […] Read More The post Get Ready for the 2026 National Homebrew Competition (NHC) appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Holiday Hours Update
The American Homebrewers Association will be closed December 25 through January 1 as our team celebrates the holidays. We’ll be back in the new year, refreshed, recharged and ready for […] Read More The post Holiday Hours Update appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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January/February 2026 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available
The January/February 2026 Zymurgy highlights the Pro-Am Competition medal winners, legacy breweries, the evolution of West Coast IPA, brewing gadgets, and brewing in Mongolia. Plus 11 recipes! Read More The post January/February 2026 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Homebrew Con 2026 is Coming!
Homebrew Con returns in 2026—coming to Asheville, North Carolina! Join us June 19–20 for Club Night, the Homebrew Expo, HBC seminars, and the NHC Final Round Judging on June 18. Read More The post Homebrew Con 2026 is Coming! appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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American Homebrewers Association Independence and Momentum Update
🍻 The AHA Is Driving A New Association and Members Are Leading the Charge Happy November! As the weather cools and our fermenters warm up, we’re raising a glass to […] Read More The post American Homebrewers Association Independence and Momentum Update appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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November/December 2025 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available
The November/December 2025 Zymurgy celebrates the winners of the 2025 National Homebrew Competition, and explores what it means to brew in the face of adversity. Plus, gold medal-winning recipes! Read More The post November/December 2025 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Applications Open for National Homebrew Competition Competition Chair
📬 Apply by November 10. Send a resume plus a short statement of interest to: Julia Herz, AHA Executive Director, ed@homebrewersassociation.org Summary Volunteer Chair Position, December 1, 2025 – July […] Read More The post Applications Open for National Homebrew Competition Competition Chair appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .