Owen Ogletree
Owen Ogletree is a BJCP National Beer Judge, the founder of Brewtopia Events, and a respected voice in the craft beer world. He’s judged at top-tier competitions like the Great American Beer Festival and Great British Beer Festival, and shares his expertise through various beer-related outlets, Brewtopia.info as well as beer tours across Europe.
A former AP Biology teacher and science specialist, Owen brings a sharp educational edge to beer. He’s passionate about classic styles, cask-conditioned ales, yeast metabolism, and off-flavor training—and loves helping others explore the science behind great beer.
Owen owned Brewtopia homebrew shop in the 90s, kickstarting a lifelong journey in brewing, writing, and teaching. A decorated homebrewer and member of the North American Guild of Beer Writers, he continues to inspire through festivals, classes, and global beer adventures.
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An Introduction to Mead
What Goes Into Mead Fermentation & Production, And How Are The Varied Styles Of Mead Defined?
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Defining the Pilsner Style
Every beer drinker has probably enjoyed a Pilsner, but do they really know what they’re drinking? This story looks to…
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What is Real Ale?
In traditional pubs in the U.K., patrons stroll up to the bar to select a beer. Along with offerings in…
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The 9 Most Influential Hops of All Time
Hops form a vital role in today’s diverse brewing industry, and hop varieties possess distinct personalities that range from floral…
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A Talk With Thomas Tyrell, Brewmaster at Stone Brewing Berlin
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit the first U.S. craft brewery to expand into Europe, Stone Brewing Berlin. Brewmaster…
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Vienna Lager and Extra Special Strong Bitter / ESB
For our Fall Issue, Owen Ogletree provides the telling details behind two well traveled beers that may move around but…
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Little Innovations in Brewing (Issue 31)
While large-scale advancements in brewing and packaging usually get noticed by craft beer aficionados, smaller innovations like improved pop-top rings…
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Hugh Sisson of Heavy Seas Beer
Hugh Sisson, founder of Heavy Seas Beer, definitely makes the cut on any list of the most influential American craft…
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Drinking Beer in the French Countryside
England, Belgium, Amsterdam, Germany and even the Czech Republic rank as noted European beer travel destinations, but what about France?…
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