Smithwicks Homebrew Challenge

[Dr Jacoby]

Fair enough, though I think any civilian who reads the spiel on the smithwicks site would naturally assume that the NHC would have some info (and not necessarily for promotional purposes). Not a big deal obviously, just an observation   

[Leann ull]

If I remember right there was a guy called Winstonia (or something  like that) around a few years back. Disappeared after a couple of rants.
Probably at home making bitter lemon wine now.

He was the guy that threw the rattle out of the pram when as he refused to join the NHC and was already a member of Beoir, which is his choice, then said he was going to wait to pick up free tickets from Brewcon returns from members that didn't want to go. When I pointed out they were only sold to individuals named on the ticket and returns need to be offered to members first only he got thick, its a frigging tenner ffs, hang around here we will save you hundreds!

[Leann ull]

Fair enough, though I think any civilian who reads the spiel on the smithwicks site would naturally assume that the NHC would have some info (and not necessarily for promotional purposes). Not a big deal obviously, just an observation   

No your right, i think they just say head over to the NHC for tips on brewing etc
You know there is a grand at stake here right We're guarded with competition entry recipies never mind where there is money involved.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0V3SqxUomwk

[beerfly]

probably would not hurt to have someting on the front page even if it is a few short lines and a link to the comp site

[LordEoin]

Yeah, i agree. We'd do it if a micro was holding a similar competition.

[johnrm]

Yep, I'm all for that.

I reported yer mans copmment too...
I am an admin on the NHC.
Going by the posted name, This person deleted his own profile as he was looking for member privileges but was not a full(paid) member.
As a collective, the NHC does not get a lot of press.
I think there are sour grapes here and it is an unfair comment.
J*** M**** 08*-80*****

[nigel_c]

+1

[Qs]

We've got another article up with thejournal.ie. http://www.thejournal.ie/home-brewing-tips-smithwicks-2339821-Sep2015/

Myself and Rossa did a kit demonstration for some Diageo heads and media folks yesterday. Tip: When showing how to fill the airlock do not recommend using "any cheap spirits you have lying round the house" then proceed to pick up a bottle of Smirnoff. The Diageo ones didn't enjoy that. 

First post on article is someone having a dig at the NHC for being cliquey and ban happy, which is bollix in my opinion, and I said so.

http://www.thejournal.ie/home-brewing-tips-smithwicks-2339821-Sep2015/

That's unbelievable! Cliquey? In my view, newcomers to the NHC always get a warm welcome and a line of people ready to answer their questions. Sounds like someone with an axe to grind alright, what a tool.

Definitely. Even non-members get plenty of help on the forums here.

[rukkus]

My entry pack arrived today, hops seem to be sealed well, no AA listed but looking ok so far

[johnrm]

No sign yet

[LordEoin]

me neither

[johnrm]

Maybe Cork border control sniffer dogs nabbed it. 

[armedcor]

Still nothing in kerry

[Tom]

None in Donegal yet either, but then I'm not expecting them til October. Takes time for anything to get past Monaghan.

[brenmurph]

Came to newbridge today. Still no kildare.... Dey shud b in cork by oct 27th so dont panic :-)