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When
Friday 13th to Sunday 15th June 2008
Where
The NEC, Birmingham.
Join the UK’s premier beer tasting event
Beers of the World Live is the beer sampling event of the year, bringing premium international beer to life at Birmingham’s NEC. Running alongside the BBC Summer Festival, Beers of the World Live will showcase beer in a stylish environment with sampling as the core of the event, alongside great food and beer pairings, Masterclasses, live stage presentations and themed educational zones. Bringing all the very best beer from around the world under one roof, Beers of the World Live will appeal to both the enthusiast and novice alike, with expert advice on hand and the opportunity to learn about the basics of beer.
Tastings
Beers of the World Live gives visitors the unique opportunity to sample great beers, while mingling with the brewers themselves, all under one roof.
Experiences
The Beer Experiences are the education and entertainment zones, providing extra sensory experiences, and getting to the heart of beer production and why beer tastes so good.
Food and beer combinations
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pportunities to enjoy beers matched with cheese, chocolate...and many other culinary delights.
Beers of the World Live Stage
Live debates with the brewers, competitions, demonstrations and much more bring the Beers of the World Live stage to life throughout the day.
| FRIDAY 13TH JUNE |
| Title |
The Wonderful World of Beer (ST1) |
| Presenter |
Roger Protz |
| Time |
3.00pm |
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Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, talks about the revival of some old beer styles, and his experiences in tracking down beers from around the globe. |
| SATURDAY 14TH JUNE |
| Title |
The Hairy Bikers (ST2) |
| Presenter |
Dave Myers and Si King |
| Time |
12.15 pm |
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The Hairy Bikers will be at
Beers of the World Live on
Saturday and Sunday,
performing live on stage and
sharing their passion for food
and beer in “The Hairy Bikers –
around the world with a crate
of beer.” This is your
opportunity to get up close
with motorbiking chefs, Dave
Myers and Si King, as they
match beer with a host of
different foods – from cheese
to chocolate, smoked fish to
Thai salad. |
| Title |
The Wonderful World of Beer (ST3) |
| Presenter |
Roger Protz |
| Time |
2.45pm |
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Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, talks about the revival of some old beer styles, and his experiences in tracking down beers from around the globe. |
| SUNDAY 15TH JUNE |
| Title |
The Hairy Bikers (ST4) |
| Presenter |
Dave Myers and Si King |
| Time |
12.15 pm |
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The Hairy Bikers will be at Beers of the World Live on Saturday and Sunday, performing live on stage and sharing their passion for food and beer in “The Hairy Bikers – around the world with a crate of beer.” This is your opportunity to get up close with motorbiking chefs, Dave Myers and Si King, as they match beer with a host of different foods – from cheese to chocolate, smoked fish to Thai salad. |
| Title |
The Wonderful World of Beer (ST5) |
| Presenter |
Roger Protz |
| Time |
2.45pm |
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Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, talks about the revival of some old beer styles, and his experiences in tracking down beers from around the globe. |
Beer lounges
Take a break from the tastings and relax in our beer lounges.
The Hairy Bikers
On Saturday and Sunday of Beers of the World Live the Hairy Bikers will be taking the stage, whisking visitors “around the world with a crate of beer”. The loveable duo spice up their global knowledge of cookery with warm-hearted humour and, of course, a tale or two about ale! Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get up close and personal with Dave Myers and Si King.
PLUS – buy your favourite beer direct at the show.
Masterclasses
The Beers of the World Live Masterclasses are a unique insight into the world of beer and are tutored by brewers and other leading beer experts. Tickets are on sale now, click here to book your Masterclass tickets.
All masterclasses are held in Suite 27 near hall 6
| FRIDAY 13TH JUNE |
| Title |
Sharp’s Beers for the connoisseur (MC1) |
| Presenter |
Stuart Howe – Head Brewer Sharp’s Brewery |
| Time |
1.00 pm |
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Using extensive experience of beer and brewing, Head Brewer Stuart Howe guides you through his latest creations. This masterclass is a unique opportunity to learn how new beers are designed and turned into mouth-watering reality from a brilliant young brewer at the very cutting edge of brewing.
Sharps Doom Bar -
Sharps Atlantic IPA -
Sharps Single Brew Vintage -
Sharps Honey Spice Wheat Beer -
Sharps Chalky’s Bite -
Sharps Massive Ale |
| Price |
£8.00 |
| Title |
Beers with Attitude (MC9) |
| Presenter |
Rupert Ponsonby (Coors) |
| Time |
2.15 pm |
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Rupert Ponsonby, beer guru and co-founder of the Beer Academy looks to redefine the word ‘beer’ and to stun those who thought they liked only lager or ale – or neither! This will be a cool and theatrical tasting with some edgy beers, which should shock you out of your current mindset.
Kasteel Cru 5.2%abv, Champagne yeast lager, France
Grolsch Weizen 5.3%abv, World’s Best Wheat Beer, Holland
Zatec 4.6%abv, Czech pilsner
Bacchus Raspberry 5%abv, Raspberry beer, Belgium
Goose Island IPA 5.9%abv, America
Worthington’s White Shield IPA 5.6%abv, Britain |
| Price |
£8.00 |
| Title |
The Bottled Beer Revolution (MC6) |
| Presenter |
Jeff Evans Masterclass |
| Time |
3.30 pm |
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Twenty years ago you'd have struggled to find any beer worth drinking in your local supermarket. Specialist beer shops were few and very far between and there were no such things as farmer's markets or the internet where great bottled beers could be sold. How things have changed! Join Jeff Evans, author of the Good Bottled Beer Guide and Beers of the World resident bottled beer taster, for an insight into how bottled beers have bounced back and let him lead you through a selection of the very best bottled beers on sale today |
| Price |
£8.00
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| Title |
A Taste of England (MC2) |
| Presenter |
Roger Protz |
| Time |
4.45 pm |
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Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, takes us on a liquid tour of the length and breadth of England, its breweries and beers. |
| Price |
£8.00 |
| SATURDAY 14TH JUNE |
| Title |
Sharp’s Beers for the connoisseur (MC3) |
| Presenter |
Stuart Howe – Head Brewer Sharp’s Brewery |
| Time |
1.00 pm |
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Using extensive experience of beer and brewing, Head Brewer Stuart Howe guides you through his latest creations. This masterclass is a unique opportunity to learn how new beers are designed and turned into mouth-watering reality from a brilliant young brewer at the very cutting edge of brewing.
Sharps Doom Bar - Sharps Atlantic IPA - Sharps Single Brew Vintage - Sharps Honey Spice Wheat Beer - Sharps Chalky’s Bite - Sharps Massive Ale |
| Price |
£8.00 |
| Title |
A World of choice (MC10) |
| Presenter |
Alex Barlow (Coors) |
| Time |
2.15 pm |
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Master Brewer and leading beer flavour presenter, Alex Barlow, takes you on a virtual World tour, illustrated by 6 sensory pit-stops for dramatically different beers of diverse style and distinctive flavour. |
| Price |
£8.00 |
| Title |
The Bottled Beer Revolution (MC7) |
| Presenter |
Jeff Evans Masterclass |
| Time |
3.30 pm |
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Twenty years ago you'd have struggled to find any beer worth drinking in your local supermarket. Specialist beer shops were few and very far between and there were no such things as farmer's markets or the internet where great bottled beers could be sold. How things have changed! Join Jeff Evans, author of the Good Bottled Beer Guide and Beers of the World resident bottled beer taster, for an insight into how bottled beers have bounced back and let him lead you through a selection of the very best bottled beers on sale today |
| Price |
£8.00 |
| Title |
A Taste of England (MC4) |
| Presenter |
Roger Protz |
| Time |
4.45 pm |
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Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, takes us on a liquid tour of the length and breadth of England, its breweries and beers. |
| Price |
£8.00 |
| SUNDAY 15TH JUNE |
| Title |
What makes beers different? (MC11) |
| Presenter |
Dr George Philliskirk |
| Time |
2.15 pm |
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Dr George Philliskirk (‘The Beer Doctor’!), explores the range of natural ingredients which brewers use to craft beers of great diversity and complexity, illustrating his talk with sampling and tasting beers and ingredients. |
| Price |
£8.00 |
| Title |
The Bottled Beer Revolution (MC8) |
| Presenter |
Jeff Evans |
| Time |
3.30 pm |
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Twenty years ago you'd have struggled to find any beer worth drinking in your local supermarket. Specialist beer shops were few and very far between and there were no such things as farmer's markets or the internet where great bottled beers could be sold. How things have changed! Join Jeff Evans, author of the Good Bottled Beer Guide and Beers of the World resident bottled beer taster, for an insight into how bottled beers have bounced back and let him lead you through a selection of the very best bottled beers on sale today |
| Price |
£8.00 |
| Title |
A Taste of England (MC5) |
| Presenter |
Roger Protz |
| Time |
4.45 pm |
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Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, takes us on a liquid tour of the length and breadth of England, its breweries and beers. |
| Price |
£8.00 |
Tickets & Opening Times
Friday 13th June 12 noon to 6pm
£17.50* including show guide and a copy of Beers of the World magazine. On door price £21.
Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th June 12 noon to 6pm
£19.50* including show guide and a copy of Beers of the World magazine. On door price £22.50.
* Ticket prices include VAT and exclude booking fee. Beers of the World Live glasses are available priced at £3 each, sale or return, including 6 tasting vouchers. All ticket prices include entry to the BBC Summer Festival at no extra cost – visit www.bbcsummerfestival.com for further details
Vouchers
All samples are available only in exchange for vouchers. Each sample requires 1 or 2 vouchers depending on the beer. Some rare beers may require more vouchers. Pints will not be served, samples will be 100ml.
Tickets are strictly limited – book now to avoid disappointment.
Children (under 18) are welcome when they are accompanied by an adult.
No consumption to those aged under 18 year of age.
Last pour 20 minutes prior to show end.
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