Grains Result in Something Tasty (GRiST)
Northern Virginia’s HOMEBREW CLUB
MEmbers Only
Next Meeting
Wednesday, April 10
7 - 9 PM
John Lyon VFW
2116 19th St N
Arlington, VA
GRiST Homebrew Club is organized in northern Virginia and serves all surrounding areas. We are a community of homebrewing and beer enthusiasts who are dedicated to the art of all things fermentation.
Competitions
About GRiST Homebrew Club
GRiST Mission
- To promote the home brewing hobby to its members and other interested parties;
- To promote awareness and appreciation of the quality and variety of home brewed fermented beverages through science, education, and research;
- To provide a framework and forum for members to share information and experiences;
- To share home brewed samples with other members; and
- To promote the responsible use and enjoyment of alcoholic beverages.
We are...
- Affiliated with the American Homebrewers Association (AHA).
- Associated with other local Washington, D.C. area home brew clubs for the cordial and shared advancement and better understanding of the art of homebrewing.
- A responsible member of the communities of Northern Virginia.
- Hosts of competitions and/or competes using the guidelines for brewing and judging styles of beer and mead as outlined by the Beer Judging Certificate Program (BJCP)
GRiST Leadership
Officers
President | Vice President | Treasurer | Secretary |
Steve Fischer | David Calhoun | Pete Janovsky | Nick Arleth |
Chairs
Competition Chair | Education Chair | Media/Outreach Chair | Social Chair |
Kevin Obenland | Vincent Oliver | Dee Janovsky | Richard Horvitz |
Membership Information
Membership dues are $20 per calendar year. Couples/households can join for $30 per year.
GRiST dues are used to fund supplies for educational sessions, outreach events and club activities as needed.
Education & Homebrew Help
Meetings feature an education session and homebrew share to help advance your homebrewing skills. Members also have access to the GRiST discord to chat about what’s brewing or on tap.
Brewing Together & Outreach
GRiST members can participate in the Big Brew and education outreach events like Learn to Homebrew Day. GRiST members also host the annual NoVA Classic competition.
Appreciating Beer Together
Join GRiST members for meet-ups, happy hours, brewery visits, the annual Pig Roast and Bottle Swap events, the Holiday Party and more.
FAQs
How do I become a member?
Membership dues are $20 per calendar year and couples/households can join for $30 per year. You can pay your membership dues via PayPal by clicking here or sending to arlingtonhomebrewclub@gmail.com.
What happens at meetings?
Meeting agendas usually have GRiST administrative items (~20 min), an educational component (30-60 min), and sharing/critiquing/discussing of homebrews brought by members (60-90 min).
Do I have to be a member to go to the meeting?
Meetings are open to all who are interested and you do not have be a member to attend. All brewers and beer lovers from across the DC-area are welcome.
Do I have to be a homebrewer to join?
Our members range from individuals with an appreciation for homebrewing to people who are aiming to brew for a living. If you are anywhere in that range of experience, you'll fit right in. All members must be of legal drinking age (at least 21).
When and where are the meetings?
Meetings take place the second Wednesday each month from 7-9 pm. We normally meet at the John Lyon VFW Post 3150 (2116 19th St N Arlington, VA), but may meet at other locations in Arlington/Alexandria.
Am I expected to drink at GRiST events?
At meetings or events you may be offered a beer sample. Any intake of alcohol at GRiST events is completely optional and at your discretion. GRiST strongly encourages all members and guests to drink responsibly .
What does my membership get me?
Members are added to a members-only email, Discord and Facebook groups. Members are also eligible to participate in club competitions, attend members-only events, serve as club officers, and vote on issues relating to club operations.
What should I bring to a meeting?
You don't have to bring anything, just yourself! You can bring homebrew to share with the group, but it is completely optional. Many members bring their own tasting glasses, but we have cups on hand too.
How do I stay updated on GRiST activities and events?
Come to our meetings :)
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Keep scrolling for the events calendar.
GRiST Calendar
Click on each event name to get more information. For member-only events check the members calendar (link in Discord) or email arlingtonhomebrew@gmail.com for location information.
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March 2024
Belgian Styles
Bring entries to the March GRiST meeting.
1st - Steve Fischer’s Tripel
2nd - Andrew Shore
3rd - Charlie Harr & Richard Horvitz
GRiST Club
Homebrew Competitions
June 2024
Beer & Food Pairings
Bring your entry to the TBD GRiST picnic.
1st -
2nd -
3rd -
September 2024
Lager Styles
Bring entries to the Sept. GRiST meeting.
1st -
2nd -
3rd -
December 2024
Strong Ale Styles
Bring entries to the Dec. GRiST meeting.
1st -
2nd -
3rd -
NoVA Classic
AHA/BJCP sanctioned homebrew competition organized by GRiST since 2017 and all proceeds benefit the John Lyon VFW Post 3150. The NoVA Classic also features the John Lyon Award open only to veterans, active duty personnel, and their dependents.
2024 NoVA Classic Dates Coming Soon!
2023 NoVA Classic Information
Registration: September 1 - October 21, 2023
Drop-off/mail-in window: October 7 - 28, 2023
Judging Date: November 4, 2023
Sponsors
Please reach out to arlingtonhomebrew@gmail.com if you’re interested in sponsoring the 2024 NoVA Classic. Click here to learn more about sponsorships.
GRiST HBoY & GBoy
The GRiST Homebrewer of the Year (HBoY) and GRiST Brewer of the Year (GBoY) are a "battle royale" to settle who the best brewer in the club is (at least for that year) . Both competitions are only open to current, dues-paying GRiST members.
YEAR | HBoY | GBOY |
2023 | Charlie Harr | Nick Arleth |
2022 | Andrew Shore | |
2021 | ||
2020 | ||
2019 | Tim Gerbracht | Charlie Harr |
2018 | Paul Richelmi | Paul Richelmi |
2017 | Tim Gerbracht | Tyler Nelson |
Homebrewer of the Year (HBoY)
Recognizes the brewer that best represents GRiST outside the club in external BJCP competitions. Points are awarded for entering and placing in BJCP competitions.
Brewers will be limited to their 5 best results from different BJCP subcategories (i.e., 3B, 21B). Results must be submitted within 2 months of the competition’s completion using the form below. Entries made with a club other than GRiST will not count. Please note, GRiST’s NoVa Classic is considered a BJCP competition and is NOT an internal competition.
GRiST Brewer of the Year (GBoY)
Recognizes the brewer that performs best in GRiST competitions and contributes to the club through participation in club-sponsored activities. To be eligible, you must volunteer at one outreach event or education session.
Outreach events are anything where GRiST promotes our club and the hobby of homebrewing, including GRiST’s NoVA Classic, National Learn to Homebrew Day, participating in an educational session, acting as a brewing mentor, hosting a happy hour, or any other activity that is elective and furthers the club's mission.
JamBEERee Feb 2022
The five DC-area homebrew clubs got together to share beers and have a Beer-&-Food Pairing Competition
Whew, you made it to the end -
time for a homebrew!
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GRiST is a non-profit 501(c) 7 membership organization.