[tommymorris]

The people at the enforcement agency  are doing their jobs. They probably drink beer themselves. I don't think attacking them helps and it could hurt. They may be asked to testify in a committee meeting when a new law is proposed. Why make them look bad?

[denny]

Absolutely take the high road. What I am saying is make the responsible agency cancel the homebrew comp via some sort of specific written documentation.  That plays much better in the media than a bunch of homebrewers deciding not to have it.  Besides do they "really" respect the law when it clearly says only "native grown products" can be used.   That seems pretty cut and dry...only Idaho hops, barley, yeast and water can be used. Pretty ridiculous

I just don't see the point in going that far until he tries a more conventional route.  You catch more flies with honey, ya know...

[klickitat jim]

Ruby Ridge Homebrew Contest? Has a nice ring to it, but...

[Jimmy K]

Absolutely take the high road. What I am saying is make the responsible agency cancel the homebrew comp via some sort of specific written documentation.  That plays much better in the media than a bunch of homebrewers deciding not to have it.  Besides do they "really" respect the law when it clearly says only "native grown products" can be used.   That seems pretty cut and dry...only Idaho hops, barley, yeast and water can be used. Pretty ridiculous

I just don't see the point in going that far until he tries a more conventional route.  You catch more flies with honey, ya know...

I wouldn't be combative about it, but as a regulatory agency it's their job to tell people if what they want to do complies with law. It basically IS the conventional route.

[chumley]

The only Idaho homebrewing law that I am aware of, is that all homebrewed beer must contain a minimum percentage by weight of 20% potatoes.

From your friendly next door neighbor.

[phunhog]

Absolutely take the high road. What I am saying is make the responsible agency cancel the homebrew comp via some sort of specific written documentation.  That plays much better in the media than a bunch of homebrewers deciding not to have it.  Besides do they "really" respect the law when it clearly says only "native grown products" can be used.   That seems pretty cut and dry...only Idaho hops, barley, yeast and water can be used. Pretty ridiculous

I just don't see the point in going that far until he tries a more conventional route.  You catch more flies with honey, ya know...

I wouldn't be combative about it, but as a regulatory agency it's their job to tell people if what they want to do complies with law. It basically IS the conventional route.

I am sure if varies by state but here in CA the ABC is strictly a regulatory agency.  They don't make laws...they enforce the laws.  However the CA ABC has quite a reputation for trying to "make laws" based on how they choose to interpret the law.   So it is not so cut and dry as far as needing to change a law.  Really many, many times all we need is a more favorable ruling not a full blown law change. Of course it is doubtful the ABC will do that just because some homebrewers want a change. That is where the political pressure and media exposure help.  But that DOES mean that someone has to challenge the ABC and not just roll over.

[Wort-H.O.G.]

The only Idaho homebrewing law that I am aware of, is that all homebrewed beer must contain a minimum percentage by weight of 20% potatoes.

From your friendly next door neighbor.

Yukon Golden Lager!