BJCP Recognized Judges

BJCP Recognized Judges are individuals certified by the Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) to evaluate and score beers professionally. They have undergone training and testing to ensure they understand beer styles, brewing techniques, and tasting standards. Their role is to fairly assess beers at competitions, providing constructive feedback and helping maintain quality standards. Recognized judges are respected within the brewing community for their expertise, fairness, and consistent judging skills. Their certification helps ensure that beer competitions are judged impartially and knowledgeably, promoting excellence and continuous improvement in brewing.