Head brewer of Little Creatures, Warren Pawsey has been announced as the head judge for the Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA).
Pawsey has more than 27 years experience in the beer and brewing industry where he has served on the panel of judges for a host of competitions including the World Beer Cup, the Great American Beer Festival and the New Zealand Beer Awards.
Pawsey, who served as an interim head judge at the 2014 AIBA, said that he was thrilled to be asked to continue in the position in 2015.
“It was a great privilege to lead a team of talented judges with a diverse mix of backgrounds and a wealth of experience for the first time this year. When the RASV approached me to continue my role as Head Judge I was thrilled to accept. The awards are incredibly important to the global brewing industry and a wonderful opportunity for brewers of all sizes to mix with the best in the business,” he says.
The event will be conducted by the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV) in partnership with Federation University Australia.
RASV CEO Mark O’Sullivan said that Pawsey’s extensive experience and global knowledge made him a prime candidate for the position of head judge.
“[Pawsey is] a valuable part of our dedicated team and we are thrilled that he has agreed to stay on as Head Judge,” says O’Sullivan.
“Many thanks also go to our previous Head Judge, Brad Rogers. It’s been a privilege to have such a passionate and prolific judge in our midst.”
The AIBA will hold its judging period next year over three consecutive days, May 13-15, in the lead up to the 2015 Good Beer Week, May 16-24. This new format will allow international and interstate judges the opportunity to be part of the AIBA Presentation Dinner as well as the Good Beer Week festivities.
