The Hard Redz Summer Brew-off Rules & Info

Requirement #1 – Hard Red Wheat Division Labeling: Entries shall be marked as Hard Red (brewed using at least 20% Hard Red Wheat) or Non Hard Red Other (if brewed in kit form or less than 20% Hard Red Wheat) All are varieties of beers are welcome, but the focus (and special award category) is on our Kansas heritage as the Wheat State. Besides the Hard Red category, other sub categories will be judged. We hope to see a large field of red wheat as well as other beers!

Requirement #2 – Number of Entries: Each brewer may enter up to THREE of their best home brews in the competition.

Requirement #3 – Sampling Tent: Brewers must bring a minimum of 2 total gallons to dispense in 2oz. sample cups ( provided by event staff). Beer may be dispensed from kegs, bottles, etc. and should represent at least two different brews. Bringing more than two options may please the VIP public judges and increase voter appeal! (combined, all brews needn’t exceed 2 gallons). Brewers are welcome to include any samples whether submitted for BJCP judging or not. Sampling will immediately stop at 6 pm when awards are announced.

Entry Fee: $8/per entry (3 maximum), with registration for your beer(s) through ReggieBeer. The entry link is on the bottom of page.

Deadline: The deadline for paying and registering your beer on Reggiebeer.com is Sunday, 06/08 at midnight and beer turned into Joey at Harvey County Now (423 N Main, Newton, KS 67114) no later than 5pm on Wednesday, June 11th. We highly encourage early entries. We have refrigerated or temperature controlled 68-74 degree storage till time of judging. Contact Joey at joey@kspublishingventures.com to set up a time for drop off.

Booths: Any entry into the Hard Redz Summer Brew-off contest HAS to be represented with a booth and be present and serve the VIP judges beer in order to enter the contest. A 15′ by 15′ space will be made available for each entry. 

Brewers Social Hour: 3:00 to 4:00pm This will be the time to visit with fellow brewers. Take this time to swap craft brewing information, stories and anything else.

Booth Workers: Each brewer will be given two buttons & wristbands for team members and MUST be 21 or older. Any other competitor entering the grounds must have a button in order to enter. Packets will be given to the team captain at the assigned entry gate with buttons as they enter.

Number of Contestants: 20

VIP Public Judging: The VIP Judges will vote on “Best Garage Crafter” between 4:00-6:00 pm. Votes will be based on beer taste, brewer friendliness, booth spirit, best labeling or art or whatever these judges may like. Remember, these judges have no specific criteria. (no music will be allowed in the Hard Redz Brew-off area tents)

BJCP Private Judging: This is a BJCP sanctioned competition, with private judging prior to the public event.

Prizes: Trophies/Plaques Only (no cash prizes are allowed by law in this event) 

Categories:

Best Brewer Hard Redz : BJCP Hard Red winner earns the honor of being brewed and served at T.B.A.
Prize: Trophy/Plaque/Ribbons

Best Brewer Non Hard Redz: Non-Hard Red winners will be chosen by BJCP judges.
Prize: Trophy/Plaque/Ribbons

Best Brewer Peoples Choice: Based on VIP public judge vote
Prize: Trophy/Plaque/Ribbons

Best Brewer Tent Display: Based on committee vote and decision of which brewer’s tent and set up is the most interactive, most fun, thematic, friendly, decorated, etc. This vote is entirely subjective. (no music will be allowed in the Hard Redz Brew-off area)
Prize: Trophy/Plaque/Ribbons

What to Bring:

Tent: Bring a standard 10’x10’, up to 14’x14′ booth tent, or something equivalent. (no electricity provided, and no generators allowed)
Tables & Chairs: Bring a table or two, to serve your samples on and chairs for you to be comfortable.
Booth Decorations: Bring your logo, banner or whatever you want to make your booth fun, attractive and festive!

Register Your Spot 

In order to enter the Hard Redz’ Brew-off, you must do BOTH of the following by the deadlines.