Just as the idea of craft beer is evolving, so is my focus. I’ve kind of meandered through the years and generated different categories here and there. To make moving around the Beer Mentor blog easier, I am refocusing this blog around three core pillars:

The Traveler

Beer is a journey. This pillar captures the exploration of regional styles, brewery visits from the Okanagan to Belgium, and the stories behind the people who pour the pints. Expect deep dives into the culture and geography that define world-class beer.

The Judge

Technical excellence requires a disciplined eye—and palate. Through my work with the Ogopogo Brewers Challenge Society, I will share insights into the Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) standards. We will explore sensory analysis, style accuracy, and how to turn a technical score sheet into a roadmap for better beer.

The Brewery

This is the heart of the operation: Cockatrice Brewery. Here, the theory meets the kettle. I will document the trials, the recipes, and the fermentation science behind my own brews, offering a transparent look at the successes and “learning opportunities” in the brewhouse.

These three pillars represent the full circle of the craft—discovery, evaluation, and creation.

I will be adjusting my categories — stay tuned for the next “Recipe Review” from one of my “Standard 20!”

Enjoy!

Beer Mentor