Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers

CIBD is delighted to support the Talent Development Session at the James B Beam Institute Industry Conference at the University of Kentucky. #CIBD #Distilling

March 2026 Foundation and General Certificate exam candidates - please ensure you schedule your exam time in TestReach by Thursday, 12th March (5pm UK time). Please check your inbox for an email from the CIBD Examination Board with details on how to do this. Best of luck to all exam candidates!

Today is the final day to register for the May 2026 General Certificate exams. If strengthening your technical knowledge and investing in recognised professional development is part of your plan this year, don’t leave it any longer. Registration closes at midnight GMT tonight: cibd.org.uk/gc #CIBD_GeneralCertificate #education #knowledge #learning

If you’ve been thinking about taking the General Certificate, this is your final opportunity to secure a place on the May 2026 exams. Registration closes tomorrow at midnight GMT: cibd.org.uk/gc #CIBD_GeneralCertificate #education #knowledge #learning #brewing #cidermaking #packaging #distilling #malting

March 2026 Foundation and General Certificate exam candidates - please ensure you schedule your exam time in TestReach by Thursday, 12th March (5pm UK time). Please check your inbox for an email from the CIBD Examination Board with details on how to do this. Best of luck to all exam candidates!

Start #WDSC2026 with a tour to a leading Distillery and a visit to the International Barley Hub! Register today and book your tour ticket during registration - wdsc2026.com Already registered but would like to book this tour? Email us at wdsc@in-conference.org.uk

With one month until Diploma registrations close, now is a good time to finalise plans for the June 2026 exam session. Find out more: cibd.org.uk/qualification-… #CIBD_Diploma #education #knowledge #learning #brewing #distilling #packaging

A wealth of industry knowledge, all in one place. The Library: webinars, conference presentations & technical posters. cibd.org.uk/library BDI magazine: industry news, analysis & innovation. cibd.org.uk/bdi JIB: an international journal publishing high-quality scientific papers reporting significant research. cibd.org.uk/jib Not yet a member? Join us today and unlock access: cibd.org.uk/cibd-membershi…

We have launched a new short course, Science for Brewers and Distillers! Designed for brewers and distillers - or those looking to enter the profession - this course provides a clear introduction to the science that underpins brewing and distilling. Find out more and book today: cibd.org.uk/science #CPD #distillingscience #brewingscience

Developed in collaboration with experienced brewers, consultants, yeast suppliers, and equipment manufacturers, the CIBD No and Low Alcohol Beer Production short course guides you through the full production journey - from raw materials to packaging. Find out more: cibd.org.uk/learning-quali… #NoandLowAlcoholBeerProduction #CPD #nolo

The abstract submission deadline for the 2026 @BrewingChemists & CIBD Joint Congress has been extended to 6 February. If you’ve been finalising results, refining your message or waiting on last-minute data, now is the time to submit. Read the submission guidelines: asbcnet.org/events/2026Mee… Submit an abstract: asbcnet.org/events/2026Mee… #ASBC_CIBD2026 #brewing #distilling

WDSC 2026 provides a platform for industry to share research and innovation. In this video, Struan Reid from Lallemand shares why Lallemand is sponsoring the conference and supporting the next generation of distilling professionals. Get your ticket today: wdsc2026.com/registration/ #WDSC2026

Looking to refine your approach to gin making? The CIBD Gin Production short course provides the essential knowledge needed to produce high-quality gin consistently and cost-effectively. Find out more and register: cibd.org.uk/learning-quali… #CPD #gin #shortcourse

Leadership in brewing and distilling means more than technical skill. It’s decision-making under pressure. Quality without compromise. And setting the standard others follow. This is the CIBD Master qualification - leadership starts here. Enrol today to start your leadership journey. Master Brewer: cibd.org.uk/learning-quali… Master Distiller: cibd.org.uk/learning-quali…

WDSC 2026 offers more than just the technical programme. In this video, Chris MacInally, member of the WDSC Technical Committee, shares why the Technical Tours are what he’s most looking forward to. The tours offer a fantastic opportunity to step inside leading distilleries and research institutes, with places limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis during registration. Find out more and register: wdsc2026.com/registration/ #WDSC2026

WDSC 2026 brings together professionals from across the spirits industry for learning, discussion and networking. In this video, Andrew Mieleniewski explains why Briggs, Diamond Sponsor of WDSC 2026, chose to support the conference. Get your ticket today: wdsc2026.com/registration/ #WDSC2026

The revised #CIBDMasterQualification is designed to support the #brewing and #distilling industry as it responds to significant and complex changes with a syllabus that covers key elements required to secure resilience, trust and legitimacy. The revised Master qualification assesses how you apply the science of brewing and distilling under conditions of uncertainty, justify decisions to stakeholders, and protect the business when assumptions fail. Find out more about the Master qualifications. Master Brewer: cibd.org.uk/learning-quali… Master Distiller: cibd.org.uk/learning-quali…

Our General Certificate qualifications introduce the science, technology and best practice behind successful production across the drinks industry. Register for the May 2026 General Certificate in: Brewing, Distilling, Packagaing (Beer and Spirits), Malting, and Cider Making. 1 month left: cibd.org.uk/qualification-… #CIBDGeneralCertificate

5 days remaining! Submit your abstract by 30 January for the ASBC–CIBD Joint Congress. If you have research, data or technical insights that can advance understanding or practice across our industry, we encourage you to submit an abstract. asbcnet.org/events/2026Mee… #ASBC_CIBD_Conference

Build the skills to run effective sensory analysis and use the results to improve both your brewing process and beer quality with the CIBD Beer Sensory Analysis short course. Find out more: cibd.org.uk/learning-quali… #beersensoryanalysis #course#CPD