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 2024, 166,303 entries have been evaluated, and the NHC has become the largest homebrew competition in the world.
First Round Judging Sites







Final Round & Awards
Competition Updates

Register Now: 2025 National Homebrew Competition
It's that time of year again: Registration is open for the 2025 National Homebrew Competition (NHC)!
NHC 2025: Final Round Judging & Awards Ceremony Details
Kansas City, Mo. is the home of the 2025 National Homebrew Competition Final Round and awards ceremony.
2025 National Homebrew Competition: News, Judging Locations, & More
The 2025 National Homebrew Competition (NHC) returns with exciting updates, including category changes, a new Final Round location, and refined awards criteria. Registration opens January 28, 2025. Stay tuned for more details and updates on the NHC website.