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.
Registration is now closed. Thank you for your participation!
To edit your entry or sign up to volunteer, select the relevant First Round Site page (linked below) to view instructions and details.
Sponsor at NHC
For questions or more information, download the NHC prospectus or contact Kian Zozobrado at partnerships@homebrewersassociation.org.
Homebrew Con
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.
First Round Judging Sites
Edit your entries and sign up to volunteer below.
Final Round & Awards
Hurry–the 2026 National Homebrew Competition registration is open from February 3 through February 25. Register at your preferred First Round site above.
Competition Updates
