FLOPS Club Meeting Minutes
February, 2022
Fossil Cove Brewery, Fayetteville
7:04 PM – Meeting called to order with toast by Forrest, welcome by club President Tom Maddock
New Attendee Jacob, maker of meads
First event was a triangle tasting of stouts provided by Kevin Elsken. No clear difference noted overall.
Tom reminded everyone to renew membership.
Discussion of ‘brew-ins’, several members offered to hold one. No specific dates set.
Iron Brewer planned for April. Czech Premium Lager is the style. To be judged at the FLOPS meeting on Thursday, April 21.
It was noted that the March meeting falls on St. Patrick’s Day. Chris will consult with Fossil Cove and if appropriate we will move the meeting location so as to not compromise Fossil Cove’s business.
New Business
Tom went to UofA and signed paperwork to renew club nonprofit status.
Boston Mountain Brewing reached out and offered to partner in any collaborations the club might want to do.
Goat Lab Brewing opening soon in Lowell.
Officer Reports
BJ reported the NHC registration opens March 22nd. The entry cost is $29 with a minimum of six 12 ounce bottles required. This competition will use the 2015 BJCP guidelines, next year they will switch to the 2021 update.
Some discussion about FLOPS participation in Homebrew Con. Kevin will give an update on the details next month. Registration opens March 23rd.
2021 Brewer of the Year
Keith Linn was the overall winner and was presented with a framed poster of his entry signed by members of the club.
Honorary Brewer of the Year was given to Patrick Bohannon.
Ass of the Year, who else, Tom.
Education
Kevin gave a presentation on brewing with Beaver Water District water. Slides here: Managing Water in the BWD
Brewer of the Month:
BJ and Larry
Ass of the Month
Alas, poor Tom Maddock, once again
