Ocean State Homebrew Competition

03/20/2026

It’s official - OSHC is back for 2026!
Mark your calendars for August 22nd and watch this space!

03/03/2026

Wow!! I'm deeply honored to be nominated and am eager to serve our members across the US and beyond. I would be very grateful for your vote of support! As a member of the AHA’s first elected board, I'll will work to expand opportunities for all members, through greater access to event participation, education, collaboration (and of course, fermentation!)
And if you’re not a current AHA member, please join!!

The American Homebrewers Association invites active members to participate in the 2026 Board of Directors election. This year’s slate responded to AHA’s open call for nominations and represents a range […]

02/18/2026

Check out tonight’s Zymurgy Live!

AHA’s National Homebrew Competition is the world’s largest, longest running and most competitive beer, mead and cider competition. 2026 will be NHC’s 47th year and it is comprised of 11 […]

02/17/2026

Don’t miss out!! 9 1st round sites, lower entry fees. Entry Registration closes 2/25 at 8 AM Mountain Time - no exceptions or extensions! Hope to see you all on the stage in Asheville for Homebrew Con!

The National Homebrew Competition brings together the best in homemade beer, mead, and cider. Presented by the American Homebrewers Association, winners receive medals in an awards ceremony during Homebrew Con.

01/03/2026

Just a heads up to our homebrew community - looking forward to combining with the Rhode Worthy Cup for a Pro-Am competition later in the year, after the NHC in June.
Fire up your kettles, and Watch this space!!!

10/28/2025

10/23/2024

Sad announcement - OSHC needs new folks to take over the competition organization and management asap. Due to unforeseen family and professional challenges/changes, I am no longer able to invest the time. Happy to help train any interested folks. DM or email [email protected] with questions and for details.

10/12/2024

If this comes out tasting like beer, it shall be named “University Service” 34C Experimental.
I got here at 9 AM. It’s now 5 and I just finished sparging to the kettle because the steam pump let go at 11 am, just as the first tour groups arrived.
This “antique” equipment is not fun anymore.

09/25/2024

Good morning, GABF!

08/18/2024

category. Beer Judge Certification Program American Homebrewers Association

07/14/2024

Still looking for a few more judges and stewards for the Rhode Worthy Cup, too! https://rhodeworthy.brewingcompetitions.com/index.php?section=login&msg=0

The first-ever RI Brewers Conference will provide technical and business seminars for the benefit of RI and surrounding area breweries.