Director’s Cut: The AHA’s Vision
A Homebrewer in Every Neighborhood and a Homebrew Club in Every Community
Hello, Planet Homebrewing! We homebrewers are a special group. We have a knack for irreverence. We don’t like being pigeonholed. We don’t like being thought of as one-size-fits-all, and we don’t subscribe to predefined rules. Am I right?
For individuals who choose to practice this hobby we are so passionate about, it’s an exciting time for the American Homebrewers Association (AHA). We’re charting a new course to represent, support, and fuel homebrewing. On June 27, 2025, your new AHA Founding Board of Directors (see Zymurgy March/April 2025) announced the new AHA 2025 Strategic Plan.… Read the rest “Director’s Cut: The AHA’s Vision”
Big Brew 2025: Go BIG on National Homebrew Day
On May 3, 2025, Big Brew for National Homebrew Day returns! This annual holiday, established by the American Homebrewers Association (AHA), is an opportunity for homebrewers to gather and share their love and knowledge of homebrewing with family, friends, and the larger homebrewing community.
This year’s official recipe is Big Blimp! Barleywine from homebrewers Donna and Larry Reuter. This barleywine took home the gold in the 2019 and 2023 National Homebrew Competition Final Rounds. Homebrewers can expect a hoppy, strong ale of the highest caliber. This recipe and thousands of others can be found on the AHA’s recipe library, along with homebrewing tips and education for brewers of all skill levels.… Read the rest “Big Brew 2025: Go BIG on National Homebrew Day”
Nominate Your Favorite AHA Member Deal
Is there an AHA Member Deal you find yourself coming back to again and again? Maybe it’s your local brewpub, a homebrew shop, or an online retailer. Show your appreciation and nominate them for the 2025 Member Deal of the Year award by Friday, May. 2.
The winner will be announced at the National Homebrew Competition awards ceremony on June 28.
Find an AHA Member Deal
As an AHA member, you get access 1,800+ discounts. Members get exclusive deals on beer, food, homebrew supplies, and more—start saving today!… Read the rest “Nominate Your Favorite AHA Member Deal”
May/June 2025 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available
The May/June 2025 Zymurgy magazine highlights the French Pilsners of Alsace, Psychotropic Drinks of the Americas, the Déjà Brü Homebrew Competition, and Altbier. Plus 15 recipes!
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April 2025 Update on AHA’s Independence
[Pictured above: Back row, AHA founding board members Gary Glass, Drew Beechum, and Greg Roskopf; front row, Sandy Cockerham, Shawna Cormier (chair), and Julia Herz (AHA executive director).]
By the American Homebrewers Association Founding Board
Hello Homebrewers!
Happy April. We hope you have been brewing some AMAZING beverages this spring. We’re thrilled to continue to update you on the AHA’s transition to becoming an independent 501(c)(3) organization. Since our January 22 announcement, we’ve been busy building the foundation for a more agile and member-focused AHA.
Member Takeaways
- Independence = More Innovation.
September/October 2025 Zymurgy Magazine Now Available
The September/October 2025 Zymurgy is all about celebrating the intersection of amateur and professional brewing, plus 18 recipes!
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Members Helping Members and the New AHA Forum
By Julia Herz, American Homebrewers Association Executive Director
Earlier this year, new American Homebrewers Association (AHA) member Joe Hetzel reached out for help securing homebrewing equipment. He realized soft drinks saturated with high-fructose corn syrup were impacting his health, so low- and non-alcohol beer became his beverages of choice. When he realized he could make these beverages at home for a fraction of the cost of buying commercial brands, he needed guidance putting together a brew system. Joe was looking for donated gear so he could confidently brew indoors, and get past challenging financial limitations of not being able to purchase equipment.… Read the rest “Members Helping Members and the New AHA Forum”
AHA Selects Strategic Association Management as Association Management Partner
Independent Nonprofit Continues Transition with Support from Accredited AMC
Austin, TX — The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) is proud to announce a major milestone in its new chapter as an independent nonprofit: the selection of Strategic Association Management (SAM) as its Association Management Company (AMC). SAM, an accredited AMC based in Austin, Texas, officially began overseeing AHA’s day-to-day operations in July and is devoted to empowering mission-driven organizations to grow with purpose.
Behind the scenes, AHA now has a new team supporting members and the founding board to help to implement strategic priorities set earlier this year.… Read the rest “AHA Selects Strategic Association Management as Association Management Partner”