Held annually, the Comp de L’abbaye Normale is a Belgian competition that is one of the most anticipated competitions on the brewing calendar. This year’s event will be held in a soon to be disclosed location. As this Belgian competition has evolved, we have received more and more support from the local craft breweries. This year is no different!

FOR 2020, WE ARE OPENING UP THE COMPETITION TO NON-KLUB MEMBERS IN LIEU OF THE FIRST COAST CUP

2020 Comp de L’abbaye Normale – Belgian Competition has garnered support from most, if not all, of the major craft brewers in the Jacksonville area. The fortunate brewer who’s beer is selected as winner of the following categories, will have the honor of working with the associated head brewer and scaling up their recipe for mass consumption and ultimate glory. This competition will be accepting all Belgian Substyles in the BJCP 2015 guidelines. Belgian Substyles that are not sponsored can be entered and will be judged against each for first, second, and third place medals. Please note the categories/breweries below:

Bold City – Biere de Garde
Hyperion – Belgian Stout
King Maker – Belgian Golden Strong Ale
Lemonstreet – Belgian Tripel
Ruby Beach – Saison
SJ Brewing – Belgian Dubbel
Tabula Rasa – Belgian Wit