24/02/2025

No Half Measures Presents: Beer Debunked

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Join No Half Measures for their brand-new event, Beer Debunked! This incredible event focuses on promoting a welcoming local beer scene and demystifying craft beer for all.

MEET THE HOSTS: NO HALF MEASURES COLLECTIVE

No Half Measures is a collective of like-minded women with one thing in common: their love of beer.

Like many great things, the No Half Measures Collective was formed over a few beers in a pub. A small group of women – some who worked within the beer industry, some that just happened to be drinking it at the time – decided to get together regularly to discuss, explore and enjoy great beers together. What started as an informal collective of beer enthusiasts quickly grew through word of mouth.

By early 2023, the group was thriving. They brewed their first beer in collaboration with Liquid Light for International Women’s Day. Around the same time, they joined our International Women’s Collab Brew Day to create “Crystal Clear” with Brewster’s Brewery, adding more members to their ranks. And to celebrate IWD the year after, we collaborated with the group to create “Order and Disorder”, a Castle Rock Brewery x No Half Measures New Zealand pale.

Since then, No Half Measures has become a regular presence at beer events across Nottingham. From tastings and launches to judging competitions, they’ve supported the local beer community every step of the way.

For more information, follow them on Facebook here.

Now, the group is taking things to the next level with ‘Beer Debunked’, a multifaceted, one-day event focussed on beer and hospitality that we are thrilled to support.

ABOUT BEER DEBUNKED

Beer Debunked takes place on Saturday 29th March, with three distinct sessions catering to beer lovers of all backgrounds. Expect ‘TED-Talks’-style lectures on industry topics, Q&A sessions, beer tastings, and an afterparty!

Whether you’re a brewer, an enthusiast, or just curious about craft beer, there’s something for you. Read on for the full list of events.

Serious Beer Business Session

Location: Canalhouse
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Tickets: £15 (includes talks, networking, and a goody bag with complimentary beers). Book yours here!

This session is perfect for those working in or passionate about the beer industry, from brewery professionals to avid drinkers.

The programme includes:

Panel 1: Beer Competitions and Judging – Opportunities for Breweries, Judges and Drinkers Chaired by Natalaya Watson

  • Stephanie Brindley, Murphy and Son
  • Catherine Webber, Brum Beer Babs, Women on Tap & Attic Brewery
  • Lara Lopes, Round Corner Brewing
  • Jill Baker, Baker’s Dozen Brewing.

Panel 2: Wellness and creating safe spaces in beer: Chaired by Steph Brindley

  • Louise Graham of Consent coalition/Safe Spaces
  • Michelle Somers of DHP and Chair of Nottingham Pub Watch
  • Aimee Harbison-Roper, Managing Director, The Barrel Drop
  • Vicki Saxby of Castle Rock Brewery

Women on Tap CIC: report and update: Catherine Webber

Beer Tasting with BarthHaas X

Location: The Newshouse
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Tickets: £15 (includes 3-4 beers). Book yours here!

Join Joanne Love from BarthHaas X for an interactive beer tasting. Explore how BarthHaas X liquid hop products influence flavour and character in beer, guided by one of the industry’s leading experts.

This session is ideal for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of beer and its ingredients.

Beer Tasting with Natalya Watson

Location: Barley Twist
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Tickets: £15 (includes 3-4 beers). Book yours here!

Dive into the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) approach to beer tasting with Natalya Watson, one of the UK’s most engaging beer educators.

Learn how to:

  • Calibrate your palate
  • Taste, describe, and assess the quality of beer with confidence
  • Explore WSET’s new beer qualifications

Perfect for beginners and experienced beer lovers alike, this session offers valuable insights into tasting techniques and the WSET methodology.

Afterparty at The Newshouse

Time: From 7:00 pm
Location: The Newshouse
Tickets: Free for attendees of the Serious Beer Session or either of the Tastings; £5 on the door for everyone else.

Celebrate Beer Debunked with the No Half Measures Collective at their exclusive afterparty! Open to women and allies alike, the evening promises to craft an unforgettable beer experience for all.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

  • A carefully curated beer list featuring brews No Half Measures have helped create
  • Live music to set the mood
  • A raffle in support of Nottingham Women’s Centre
  • The results of the exciting beer mat design competition

Whether you’re wrapping up a day of beer exploration or joining just for the afterparty, this is the perfect way to celebrate!

Don’t Miss Out!

So, whether you’re a seasoned beer boffin or newly dipping your toes into the world of craft beer, Beer Debunked promises a day filled with learning, tasting, and of course, delicious beer!

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