The LBG welcomes homebrewers of all experience levels. Guild members enjoy a number of benefits with their membership, including access to rental equipment, bulk buying and a library of resources, special discounts at local stores, sponsored beer trips and tours and more.
The Lawrence Brewers Guild, established in 1995, is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the enjoyment of homebrewing and to promote the responsible use of alcoholic beverages. The guild meets the second Thursday of every month for a business meeting, featured beer tasting and seminar.
The LBG met March 9 for its regular meeting. The seminar included a panel discussion about building an electric brewery. Panelists included Ryan Metcalf, Angelo Ruiz, Andy Booth and Josh DaVee. Biermeister Leigh Keck led the tasting with beers from Tall Trellis Brew Co. in Olathe.
The LBG met Feb. 9 for its regular meeting. Vice President Bill Perkins led the seminar on historical beer. Biermeister Leigh Keck led the tasting with a beer and chocolate pairing.
The LBG hosted its monthly Hoppy Hour on Feb. 2 at Lawrence Beer Co. West. Hoppy Hours are typically the first Thursday of the month and are open to LBG members and friends and those interested in joining the club, homebrewing and craft beer.
The LBG met Jan. 12 for its regular meeting. Jeff Mello, with Bootleg Biology, led the seminar on yeast via Zoom. The tasting included beers from BKS Artisan Ales that use Bootleg Biology yeasts, with input from owner and brewery Brian Rooney.