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National Homebrew Competition

National Homebrew Competition

The National Homebrew Competition (NHC) gives homebrewers a chance to receive invaluable feedback on their entries and also recognizes the most outstanding, world-class homebrewed beer, mead, and cider. In 1979, 34 entries competed in the first American Homebrewers Association (AHA) National Homebrew Competition held in Boulder, Colorado. Since 1979, more than 170,000 entries have been evaluated, and the NHC has become the largest homebrew competition in the world.

Congratulations to all First Round winners and a huge thank you to all who entered!

Sponsor at NHC

For questions or more information, download the NHC prospectus or contact Eric Vicharelli at partnerships@homebrewersassociation.org.

Registration to AHA’s Homebrew Con is required to attend the NHC’s Final Round Awards Ceremony on June 20. Registration information (while supply lasts) can be found on the Homebrew Con website.


Final Round & Awards

Asheville, NC
Judging: June 17-18
Awards Ceremony: June 20

View 2025 Final Round Results

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Director John Moorhead