Master your craft, sharpen your palate, and prepare for the 2026 Ogopogo Brewers Challenge.
Welcome to the Okanagan Brewing Roadshow Series! You’ve taken the first step toward mastering your palate and elevating your craft. Prepare yourself for an immersive evening of sensory training, deep-dive education, and community building, guided by our passionate facilitators.
Here is a snapshot of what your unique workshop will look like:
The Evening at a Glance: A Focus on Flavor and Style!
We have structured the Okanagan Brewing Roadshow to be a guided, educational experience rather than a standard tasting. As you can see in our active tasting room, we provide the tools you need for serious skill development.
🔬 Sensory Spike Station: Master Fault Identification
Dive into the science of beer flavor evaluation. Each attendee will participate in a guided sensory session using an official off-flavor spike kit. This is your chance to learn to identify and name common faults like Diacetyl (buttery), DMS (cooked corn), and Acetaldehyde (green apple)—essential skills for accurate judging and perfect brewing.
📚 Style Deep Dive: Taste the Guidelines
We don’t just taste beer; we analyze it. In structured tasting sessions, we will focus on specific BJCP (Beer Judge Certification Program) style profiles. Learn to recognize the nuanced aroma and flavor parameters that separate a standard brew from a classic example of the style.
📒 Structured Workshop: Guided by a BJCP Judge
Forget haphazard notes on coasters. Our experienced facilitators guide you through the judging process so that you capture every detail.
🤝 Connect with Your Brewing Community
As a part of a brewing network, this is an opportunity to meet fellow brewers from the surrounding region. Share recipes, trade tips, and build lasting relationships over great local beer.