Grafton Brewing Comp. PROGRAMME

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m For The Love Of Brewing! n Welcome to another round of the Grafton Brewing Competition, and thanks for downloading or picking up a copy of the 2017 programme. The origins of the competition go back to the 1800 s when the first agricultural show was run in Grafton. Competition results will be published to coincide with the opening of the Grafton Show which opens the week following judging. The Grafton Brewing Competition continues to grow, with judges from last years event being fully utilised on the day. The competition is attracting not just local entries, but those from all over Australia, including Coffs Harbour, Newcastle, Queensland, Sydney, and Victoria. The furthest beer entries making the 4100 km journey from Bayswater in Western Australia! The event is BJCP sanctioned. Those evaluating the beers will consist of certified & experienced beer judges. Entries for the competition close on Friday 21st April 2017. You are welcome to enter the competition regardless of whether you are an experienced amateur brewer or just a beginner. You have to be in it to win it, and at the very least you will receive valuable feedback on the beers that you enter from qualified judges. This competition can also serve as a practice run for those planning to enter the state competitions held later in the year (which then feed into the national competition for those that qualify). Beers will be judged before the opening of the 2017 Grafton Show, and as in previous years, a selection of entries & other related items will feature in a display in the main pavilion while the show is running. The competition s traditional classes remain once again for those that want to enter without nominating a particular style of beer, these are the classes 0.1 through to 0.9. For those brewing to specific beer styles, then classes 1.1 through to 18.7 may be more suitable. These classes (1.1-18.7) are BJCP sanctioned, with the 2015 m Continued Next Page n Grafton Brewing Comp NEW BEER AND BREWING CLUB! If you drink for the taste of it, rather than the sake of it, or like to brew your own, then why not join Brewmasters - Grafton s Beer & Brewing Club? Exchange ideas & share fellowship with other members, and take part in brewing and beer tasting activities. Open to males & females of legal drinking age. Contact chief steward for further details. 2017 www.graftonbrewingcompetition.com BREWMASTERS G R A F T O N BEER & BREWING CLUB

m For The Love Of Brewing! (from previous page) n AABC Beer Style Guides being used. (The guidelines can be downloaded from www.aabc.org.au or www. graftonbrewingcompetition.com). There are also the non beer categories which include Mead, Ginger Beer, Apple Cider, White Wine & Red Wine (classes 19.0 through to 24.0)... and don t forget the newer Brew Foods, (classes 25.0-27.0). Ribbons & cards will be awarded for the best entries. Please go out of your way to support those that have supported this year s event (refer to the supporter artwork within this programme). If you get a chance, be sure to thank them for helping make the 2017 Grafton Brewing Competition the best one yet! Grafton Brewing A stout entered in last years competition by Ray Wilson of Grafton The Grafton Show runs on the 5th & 6th of May, please consider purchasing a ticket and attending to show your support. The Grafton Brewing Competition is run under the umbrella of the Clarence Pastoral & Agricultural Society Ltd. Comp 2017 www.graftonbrewingcompetition.com... And if you know of others that love brewing, spread the word about the 2017 Grafton Brewing Competition! Cheers Country Brewer Toormina 8 / 1 Hi Tech Drive, Toormina, 2452 Brewing & Distilling, Cheese & Yoghurt, Sausages & Salami, Bacon & Jerky, Coffee Roasting, Smoking & Preserving Phone: 6658-8397 www.facebook.com/countrybrewertoormina allinnbrewingco.com draught beers Brewery Bar Fresh Wort Kits distributor Fresh Wort Kits

m Special Conditions For Home Brewing Exhibitors n Detail Section 22: Home Brewing Grafton Chief Steward Mr Matt Chapman Ph: 6643 5000 Entry Brewing Entries for the Grafton Brewing Competition can be dropped off at the Grafton Show Office (located Comp at 149 Prince Street, Grafton NSW 2460 enter the showground, and follow the signs). The show office is open on Wednesday s and Fridays, from 9am to 2017 3pm. www.graftonbrewingcompetition.com Drop Off Points A number of drop off points have been setup for those entrants residing outside of the Grafton/Clarence Valley area. A full list appears online at www.graftonbrewingcompetition.com Packaging Please have entries enclosed in a box or packaging, clearly and logically marked, with completed entry form and entry fees enclosed. Assistance If you are unable to have your entries dropped in at these times/locations please contact chief steward on 0266435000 before the cut off date, to make alternate arrangements. Delivery If having your entry delivered by courier or post, it is recommended that you have this in transit 14 days beforehand to make sure your entry arrives in time. Let the chief steward know upon despatch, so the items are expected and located. Your entry must arrive on or before 4pm, 21st April 2017. m Special Conditions Continue Next Page n BREW DISPENSE Quality keg dispensing equipment & brewing supplies. From kegerators to gas bottles. We ve got everything you could possibly want to pour bitterly cold beverages.

thelittlebrewingcompany.com.au m Special Conditions For Home Brewing Exhibitors (from previous page) n Judging Judging commences on Saturday 29th April 2017 and those entering are welcome to attend from 4pm, with a sausage sizzle also being held. This is not a BYO event. Do not bring your own drinking vessels. No smoking permitted. Responsible behavior of attendees is required, as is being mindful of others. Persons over the age of 18 will only be permitted at the judging. Those planning to attend the judging must RSVP by emailing or contacting chief steward. Numbers are strictly limited, firm confirmation of attendance is required. Requirements Classes 0.1 to 0.9, and 1.1 to 18.7 require two bottles of the same brew to be submitted at room temperature (ie. two bottles for each entry). A label/artwork on one of the bottles is invited but not mandatory (for display purposes), with the other bottle having no affixed label (for judging) (a string label, or paper label attached with rubber band is used by some entrants). Bottle capacity should be longneck sized (approx. 640-750ml each). Longneck bottles are preferred, but where these are unable to be used, then multiple smaller bottles may be submitted. New bottle caps are to be used! Classes 19.0 to 22.0 require two bottles of the same brew to be submitted at room temperature (ie. two bottles for each entry). A label/artwork on one of the bottles is invited but not mandatory (for display purposes), with the other bottle having no affixed label (for judging) (a string label, or paper label attached with rubber band is used by some entrants). Bottle capacity should be longneck sized (approx. 640-750ml each). Longneck bottles are preferred, but where these are unable to be used, then multiple smaller bottles may be submitted. Bottles larger than longneck size are accepted should this suit entrant. m Special Conditions Continue Next Page n

m Special Conditions For Home Brewing Exhibitors (from previous page) n Classes 23.0 & 24.0 may consist of two bottles of the same brew, however if desired by entrant, only a single bottle for each entry may be submitted. Where two bottles are submitted, then one is invited to have a label, with the other having no label. Where only one bottle is submitted, this may still have a label attached. Bottle capacity may be chosen by the entrant, however take into consideration that there has to be enough for judging & tasting, and large enough to be seen when on display. For all classes, spare bottles are usually available for entrants to use at no charge. If required, contact Chief Steward. Beer entries must not contain commercial beer. Non beer entries must not contain commercial drink/beverage. Limit of three entries per exhibitor (entrant) in each class. All entries must be the product of the person entering. For classes 0.1 0.9, judging will take into consideration the head, head retention, aroma, amount of sediment/clarity, the appearance, and most importantly, the palate & flavour of the beer. The bottles should be clean & well presented, free of dirt, dust, rusty caps etc. New caps should be used! Entrants are encouraged to identify & indicate the beer style for each entry, though this is not compulsory. Classes 1.1 18.7, judging will use the 2015 AABC Beer Style Guide. Classes 19.0-24.0, will take the same criteria as classes 0.1 0.9 into consideration where applicable. Additional criteria specific to each class may also be added as applicable. A special 2017 entry form has been created for the brewing competition (which differs from the general entry form used for other Grafton Show competitions). Entrants are also invited to include additional notes for each entry that may include techniques & ingredients used, or interesting information that applies to each entry. You are also welcome to name your beers. Ribbons will be awarded. Entry Fee $2.00 per exhibit Make Your Own Beer, Spirits, Food. In-Store Demonstrations. Shop Online. QLD Stores at Stafford, Browns Plains,Wacol & Churchill www.brewerschoice.com.au Cellar door hours are: Thursday and Friday 11 til 6, Saturday and Sunday 11 til 4 6B Acacia Avenue, Port Macquarie.

m General Conditions For Home Brewing Exhibitors n Exhibits are not to be removed during the Show. Exhibits (empty bottles) may be collected on SUNDAY, 7th May 2017, between 10am and 12pm. Uncollected bottles will be recycled, or contact Chief Steward beforehand to make other arrangements. Exhibits must be in quantities specified. Exhibits entered in a wrong class may be transferred at the discretion of the Chief Steward. Classes may be amended at the discretion of the Chief Steward. The Chief Steward s decision regarding the removal of an exhibit or exhibitor from the Showground will be final. The Chief Steward has the right to accept or refuse any exhibit. In all matters regarding exhibits and exhibitors in the Pavilion, the decision of the Chief Steward of the Pavilion is final. Placing s will be awarded at the discretion of the Judge &/or chief steward. Results of Judging will not be available prior to the first day of the Show. Entries must be in marketable condition unless otherwise stated. All items or goods shall remain the property of the Exhibitor. Permission is assumed to reproduce any exhibit for publicity purposes. Every care will be taken with exhibits but no responsibility will be accepted. Exhibits may be forwarded, cartage paid, to the Secretary, Grafton Show, PO Box 61, Grafton 2460 and money for their return must be lodged with the Society (should return of items be desired). Completed and detailed entry forms are to accompany exhibit (Please use customised form that includes additional field s specific to the Home Brewing competition). IMPORTANT: Competitors by entering, agree to abide by any decision of the committee in regard to entries and agree to compete/exhibit at their own risk and to indemnify and keep indemnified the Society, it s Trustees, Committee and Members against all claims, suits, actions or demands which may be brought against it in respect of any injuries or other loss sustained by such competitor or exhibitor or otherwise in the course of competing/exhibiting in any event or class and agree to exonerate the Clarence Pastoral & Agricultural Society Limited, it s Trustees, Committee and Members from all responsibility and from all loss or injury whatsoever whether from alleged negligence; or otherwise. L C O L I V E L A M F U O S O I C D 1 ST AVE SAWTELL C R A F T B E S P O K E E V E N T S B E E R ROTATING ROSTER OF CRAFT BEER FROM CRAFT BREWERIES AROUND AUSTRALIA & NZ!

m At A Glance n Entries Close: 21st April 2017 Judging: Takes place 29th April 2017 Special Conditions For Home Brewing Exhibitors: See Pages 5-7 General Conditions For Home Brewing Exhibitors: See Page 8 Competition Classes For Entry: See Pages 10-13 Entry Form: Centre Page (printed version), or separate download. Some Local Brewing History: See Pages 14-16 BLUE GOOSE HOTEL Junction Hill 6644 7288 & DINNER No gimmicks OPEN 7 DAYS just great food, all the time OPEN 7 DAYS FOR LUNCH & DINNER No gimmicks LIVE ENTERTAINMENT EVERY WEEKEND 12 BEERS ON TAP AMAZING WINE SELECTION COURTESY BUS AVAILABLE 85 Victoria Street, Grafton Ph: 6642 2866 m A Tip For Beginners n Past beer judge and former head brewer at the Bellingen Brewing Company, Richard Jennings offers the following tip for brewing entrants that may be starting out. Keep these in mind when working on your home brew: Appearance, Aroma, Taste, Mouthfeel, and Overall Impression. For those brewing kit beers don t forget that the late addition of a few hops can provide a point of difference for little extra effort don t be afraid to experiment!.

m Competition Classes For Entry n Clases 0.1-0.9 For those wanting to enter beers into the general groups below (similar to competitions 2015 & earlier. Non BJCP) 0.1 Pale coloured beer style from a kit 0.2 Pale coloured beer style modified from a kit/own recipe 0.3 Pale coloured beer style all grain (brewed from scratch) 0.4 Dark coloured beer style from a kit 0.5 Dark coloured beer style modified from a kit/own recipe 0.6 Dark coloured beer style all grain (brewed from scratch) 0.7 Stout from a kit 0.8 Stout modified from a kit/own recipe 0.9 Stout all grain (brewed from scratch) Beer style definitions for classes 0.1 through 0.9): Pale coloured beer style includes light lager, pale ale, pilsner, blonde ale, IPA, saison, wheat beer etc. (Approx 0-15 SRM) Dark coloured beer style includes brown ale, dark lager, porter, black IPA, etc. (Approx 15-30 SRM) Stout (Approx 30-40 SRM). CHAMPION EXHIBIT Classes 0.1 to 0.9 Ribbon Trophy Awarded q m Competition Classes For Entry Continue Next Page n 19 Bridge Street Uralla NSW 2358 newenglandbrewing.com.au 35B Lawson Crescent, Coffs Harbour 6652 4450 JACARANDA HOTEL * Live Entertainment Friday & Saturday nights SHOP 3 GRAFTON MALL CNR POUND AND KING STREETS 6643 1555 bigriverpizza.com.au * Accommodation * Bistro * BBQ area & Beer Garden * Located in the CBD 154 Pound Street GRAFTON 6642 6627 GET YOUR CLAKA TO THE JACA

Takeaway Groceries Byron Bay Coffee Ice SHOPPINGWORLD GRAFTON 1300 723 388 www.danmurphys.com.au m Competition Classes For Entry (from previous page) n CLASSES 1.1 18.7 >>> For those wanting to enter beers into BJCP beer styles. A description of these styles can be found in the AABC style guidelines, downloadable from www.aabc.org.au. LOW ALCOHOL (<4% ABV) 1.1 Light Australian Lager 1.2 Leichtes Weizen 1.3 Scottish Light Ale 1.4 Southern English Brown Ale 1.5 Mild Ale 1.6 English Bitter PALE LAGER 2.1 Australian Lager 2.2 Australian Premium Lager 2.3 Pale Continental Lager 2.4 Munich Helles 2.5 Dortmunder PILSENER 3.1 Classic American Pilsner 3.2 German Pilsner 3.3 Bohemian Pilsner AMBER & DARK LAGER 4.1 Oktoberfest/Marzen 4.2 Vienna Lager 4.3 California Common Beer 4.4 North German Altbier 4.5 Munich Dunkel 4.6 Schwarzbier STRONG LAGER (>6% ABV) 5.1 Strong Pale Lager 5.2 Maibock/Hellesbock 5.3 Traditional Bock 5.4 Doppelbock 5.5 Eisbock PALE ALE 6.1 Cream Ale 6.2 Blonde Ale 6.3 Kölsch 6.4 Belgian Pale Ale 6.5 Australian Pale Ale 6.6 English Pale Ale AMERICAN PALE ALE 7.1 American Pale Ale m Competition Classes For Entry Continue Next Page n

m Competition Classes For Entry (from previous page) n BITTER ALE 8.1 Australian Bitter Ale 8.2 English Best Bitter 8.3 English Extra Special/Strong Bitter (ESB) 8.4 American Amber Ale 8.5 Düsseldorfer Altbier BROWN ALE 9.1 Northern English Brown Ale 9.2 Irish Red Ale 9.3 Scottish Ale 9.4 Australian Dark/Old Ale 9.5 American Brown Ale PORTER 10.1 Brown Porter 10.2 Robust Porter 10.3 Baltic Porter STOUT 11.1 Dry Stout 11.2 Sweet Stout 11.3 Oatmeal Stout STRONG STOUT (>6% ABV) 12.1 Australian Stout/ Foreign Extra Stout 12.2 American Stout 12.3 Russian Imperial Stout INDIA PALE ALE 13.1 English IPA 13.2 American IPA 13.3 Imperial IPA STRONG ALE (>6% ABV) 14.1 Old Ale (English Strong Ale) 14.2 Strong Scotch Ale 14.3 English Barley wine 14.4 American Barley wine BELGIAN STRONG ALE (>6% ABV) 15.1 Belgian Blond Ale 15.2 Belgian Golden Strong Ale 15.3 Tripel 15.4 Dubbel 15.5 Belgian Dark Strong Ale info@crownhotelmotel.com Coopers Online store diybeer.com» The Braumeister will turn you into a Master Brewer m Competition Classes For Entry Continue Next Page n & A GREAT RANGE OF CRAFT BEER

m Competition Classes For Entry (from previous page) n WHEAT & RYE BEER 16.1 American Wheat or Rye Beer 16.2 Weizen/Weißbier (Wheat) 16.3 Dunkel Weizen 16.4 Weizenbock 16.5 Roggenbier (Rye) FARMHOUSE ALE & WILD BEER 17.1 Witbier (White Beer) 17.2 Saison 17.3 Biere de Garde 17.4 Flanders Red Ale 17.5 Flanders Brown Ale/Ouid Bruin 17.6 Berliner Weiße 17.7 Straight (unblended) Lambic 17.8 Gueuze 17.9 Fruit Lambic SPECIALTY BEER 18.1 Fruit Beer 18.2 Spice/Herb/Vegetable Beer 18.3 Christmas/Winter Specialty Spiced Beer 18.4 Classic Rauchbier (Smoked Marzen) 18.5 Belgian Specialty Ale 18.6 Wood-aged Beer 18.7 Other Specialty CHAMPION EXHIBIT Classes 1.1 to 18.7 Ribbon Trophy Awarded q CLASSES 19.0 24.0 Beverages Other Than Beer (Non BJCP) 19.0 Mead 20.0 Ginger Beer 21.0 Ginger Beer Non alcoholic 22.0 Apple Cider 23.0 White Wine 24.0 Red Wine CHAMPION EXHIBIT Classes 19.0 to 24.0 Ribbon Trophy q CLASSES 25.0-27.0 Brew Food s. Fermented foods, as well as those that accompany and compliment Beer (Non BJCP) 25.0 Sauerkraut (Traditional German fermented) 26.0 Bretzels (Large Pretzels; traditional European baked bread product) 27.0 Beer Snacks (Other general foods and snack foods that can be paired with beer - not requiring refrigeration). q Australian Hotel burleighbrewing.com.au Good Beer & Food Drive Thru Bottle Shop 66422308 57 Through St, South Grafton

A n Imperial Pint Of Grafton Brewing History: 1867-2017 The first Grafton Show was held on Tuesday 30th April 1867, and while wine making, liquor distillation, and to a lessor extent, beer brewing was common place at home, the term home brewing (or home brew) was not commonly used as it is today. From some of the records still remaining, both red & white wines were entered into this first show, with the vintage of these being from the current or previous year. Raw distilled spirit as well as distilled essences were also entered. Muirs Brewery Advert from the Clarence & Richmond Examiner 4th November 1862 Beers were entered into the earliest show s, and in 1904 J.G Kempnich of Maclean Brewery, secured Mr Hollingsworth s prize of 1/1/- for best brewed beer in NSW. The proprietor received congratulations on his success. Grafton s first brewery was started by Robert Muir in 1861. It was a small operation, and short-lived. Muir s Grafton Brewery was situated near the Dobie Street wharf, across the river from Patrick Fraser s flour mill. Muir advertised in October that year that he was able to supply ales manufactured solely from the best English malt and hops. The brewery ceased operation in 1863. A brewery was established in Maclean in 1870. The building is now a residence, and still stands in Stanley Street. The Grafton Brewery was completed in 1952, with beer being sold locally on the 18th December. The brewery closed in May 1997 and at different times produced both bottled & kegged beers. The building & site are still in existence today at 170 North Street, being used for industry. m Continued Next Page n Vintage Beer Coaster from the old Grafton Brewery (circa 1970 s) WWW.GLADFIELDMALT.CO.NZ www.beardandbrau.com.au

An Imperial Pint Of Grafton Brewing History: 1867-2017 Roches Hotel started out as the Holmsten s Family Hotel in 1869. The original two story structure is still identifiable within the current building, which has been expanded over the years. Roches Hotel is a family friendly establishment. The venue is located at 85 Victoria Street, Grafton. Beers On Tap (at printing): Carlton Dry, Coopers Dark Ale, Guinness, (Thatchers Gold English Cider), Resches Draught, Tooheys Old, Tooheys New, XXXX Gold, (Canadian Club Dry), Coopers Amber Ale (Limited Release), Coopers Mild Ale, Coopers Original Ale, (Withers Hills Sauvignon Blanc), (St Hallett Barossa Shiraz). The Crown Hotel at the start of Prince Street is established on the original site of the Clarence Hotel, which started in 1842, and was the third licenced public house of Grafton. It was substantially remodelled in 1930 with the present grand Entrance hall, and has remained reasonably unchanged ever since. The Crown Hotel boasts a great view over the Clarence River. The venue is located at 1 Prince Street, Grafton. The Grafton Brewery in 1954 (Photo courtesy of the Daily Examiner) Beers On Tap (at printing): (Thatchers Gold English Cider), Coopers Premium Light, Coopers Original Pale Ale, Tooheys New, Coopers Premium Lager, Thomas Cooper Select Artisan Reserve, Carlton Dry, Sapporo Premium, Tooheys Old, XXXX Gold. The Jacaranda Hotel is a descendant of the Willow Tree Hotel which was established in 1876. The name was changed in 1939 to the Jacaranda Hotel, after the street trees for which Grafton was then becoming widely known. The Jacaranda Hotel remains a popular venue in modern times. Located at 154 Pound Street, Grafton. Beers On Tap (at printing): Tooheys New, Tooheys Old, Carlton Draught, Great Northern Super Crisp Lager, XXXX Gold Pale Ale, Hahn Premium Light. m Continued Next Page n (from previous page)

An Imperial Pint Of Grafton Brewing History: 1867-2017 The Village Green Hotel was established in 1904, and was known as the Imperial Hotel until the late eighties. Its site was chosen as it was close to the Grafton Railway station, which was still under construction at the time. The Village Green is a is a great relaxing spot for a quiet drink or coffee. The venue is located at 230 Pound Street, Grafton. Beers On Tap (at printing): XXXX Gold, Hahn Super Dry 3.5, Hahn Premium Light, James Squires 150 Lashes, XXXX Summer Bright Lager, Tooheys New, XXXX Gold, Tooheys Extra Dry, Tooheys Old, Guinness. The Australian Hotel was established in 1862, and has remained with the same name since. The current building structure was erected in 1914, the previous building being removed after receiving permission from the licencing court the year before. Enjoy a exquisite meal and relax in comfort at the Australian Hotel. The venue is located at 51 Through Street, South Grafton. Beers On Tap (at printing): Victoria Bitter, Tooheys Old, Coppers Mild, XXXX Gold, Hahn Super Dry 3.5, Coopers Premium Light, Coopers Clear, Tooheys New, Carlton Dry, Coopers Premium Lager, Coopers Original Pale Ale, (Thatchers Gold English Cider), Carlsberg, Coopers Amber Ale {Limited Release}. The Blue Goose Hotel started out as the Junction Inn in 1861, and was totally destroyed by fire in 1880, after being deliberately lit by the owner, who was jailed for 3 years (his encarceration time likely would have been longer if he had not been nearly 70 years of age). The rebuilt venue being renamed in 1961 as the Caberet Hotel before being called the Blue Goose in 1977. The Blue Goose is the perfect place for an afternoon drink or a good meal. The venue is located at 2 Casino Road, Junction Hill (6km from Grafton) Beers On Tap (at printing): Coopers Dark Ale, Coopers Premium Light, Tooheys Old, Carlsberg, Coopers Original Ale, (Thatchers Gold English Cider), Tooheys New, Coopers Amber Ale {Ltd Release}, XXXX Gold, Coopers Mild Ale, Coopers Premium Lager. (Taps correct at 10/3/17. Main bars only. These are subject to change. Duplicates removed, order from left to right, non beer bracketed). (from previous page) A Copper Tun inside the Grafton Brewery (when the brewery was still in operation)