DC Homebrewers Cherry Blossom Competition Sponsors

DC Brau

3178-B Bladensburg Rd NE, Washington, DC 20018

DC Brau has been a core supporter of the Cherry Blossom Homebrew Competition, both as a host and drop off point. You can ship or drop off your entries for our competition and, if entered also, Spirit of Free Beer to save yourself a trip or on shipping. ***Homebrewers get 10% off their check, so go show Brau some love!***

Maryland Homebrew

9017 Mendenhall Ct Suite C, Columbia, MD 21045

Fantastic DMV homebrew shop and a great partner for competition drop-offs. They are nestled between a fair number of great breweries, so take a trip for your next brew day needs and grab a local pint!

Port City Brewing Co.

3950 Wheeler Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304

You may know Port City from such beers as seemingly-always-winning Optimal Wit. Competitions require organizing entries, which means a lot of case boxes. Port City still bottles some of their tasty beers and donated case boxes to the competition. Swing by for a pint or 5 as a token of appreciation.

Jay's Brewing

9790 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110

A fantastic homebrew shop serving Northern Virginia out of Manassas, Jay's Brewing is supporting Cherry Blossom by being a sponsor and a drop-off location. Give them a visit if you are in the area and grab a pint at their neighbor, Brightworks Brewing.

The Flying Barrel

1781 N Market St, Frederick, MD 21701

We are excited to have The Flying Barrel become a drop-off location so Frederick-area entrants can have an easy spot to take their entries (and get some supplies along the way). They also serve as a Spirit of Free Beer Competition drop-off, so you can drop both entries at once if desired.

BSG HandCraft

BSG HandCraft is a huge supporter of the homebrew hobby and homebrew competitions. You can find their and their suppliers' products at our local homebrew shops, like Maryland Homebrew, Jay's Brewing, and The Flying Barrel. Local breweries like DC Brau source from BSG as well. Thanks, BSG!

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Judging Sessions

Thurs Evening
03/20/2025 6:00 PM, EDT.

Friday Evening
03/21/2025 6:00 PM, EDT.

Saturday Morning
03/22/2025 9:00 AM, EDT.

Saturday Afternoon
03/22/2025 1:00 PM, EDT.

Account Registration Closed

Account registrations accepted 02/01/2025 12:00 PM, EST through 03/20/2025 6:00 PM, EDT.

Registrations for judges or stewards accepted 01/20/2025 12:00 AM, EST through 03/22/2025 5:00 PM, EDT.

Entry Registration Closed

The competition paid entry limit has been reached.

Entry Drop-Off Closed

Entry bottles accepted at drop-off locations 02/28/2025 12:00 AM, EST — 03/14/2025 5:00 PM, EDT.

Please pay attention to the notes provided for each drop-off location. There could be earlier deadlines for some drop-off locations listed, particular hours when entries are accepted, certain individuals to leave your entries with, etc. All entrants are responsible for reading the information provided by the organizers for each drop-off location.

Entry Shipping Closed

Entry bottles accepted at the shipping location 02/28/2025 12:00 AM, EST — 03/14/2025 5:00 PM, EDT.