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ChurchKey 2024 Beer Academy

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Sign up for the remaining 2 classes for 2024 at a reduced price of $87.50! Each 1.5 hour class (held both live over Zoom and recorded and distributed afterwards) will be accompanied by 8 different bottles and cans that relate to the specific course. 

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Program Details

Neighborhood Restaurant Group will once again offer Beer Academy - a course in craft beer led by Partner and Beverage Director, Greg Engert! The 2024 offering will remain digital, with a quarterly Zoom class covering a range of topics and accompanied by 8 delicious brews each class. Greg (plus other special guests from the brewing industry) will explore the histories and traditions of both rare and classic brews while touching on tasting notes and food pairings. 
  • ChurchKey Beer Academy Yearly Membership — ($175)
  • ChurchKey Beer Academy Half-Year Membership — ($87.50) 
There are 4 classes (1.5 hour each) per year and each class will be accompanied by 8 different bottles and cans that relate to the specific course. Each student will receive 32 beers over the course of the year. Each class will be held quarterly between January and December and will be recorded for future viewing by all Beer Academy students. Previous classes included American Craft Classics: A Collection of Celebrated Brews from the Old School, The Beers of Germany: From Weissbier to Lager & Beyond, Big & Small: Showcasing the Possibilities of Session Beers & Strong Ales and more! 
All Beer Academy members also receive:
  • An introductory syllabus card with further details on the club for 2024
  • Early access to special events and tastings
  • First chance to reserve rare bottle and can releases, special discount beer nights
  • Access to additional VIP beer experiences 
Chose between pick up across 8 locations across the DMV or delivery is also available for $60, annually or $30 for half -year , for guests who reside within the 495 Beltway in Washington, DC and parts of Northern Virginia (Alexandria, Arlington and Fairfax county).  Delivery is not permitted to Maryland by law.
Built in 2010 just above Birch & Barley on 14th in the heart of DC, ChurchKey has firmly established itself as the east coast epicenter for connoisseurs of craft beer. ChurchKey was conceived and created out of love and passion for beer in all its facets. With a collection of 555 hand-picked labels meticulously curated by Beer Director Greg Engert, this ambitious undertaking is designed to celebrate the full spectrum of styles, traditions, regions and flavor possibilities. An unparalleled combination of small-batch brands, three climate-controlled cellars, a deep selection of traditional glassware and a rare level of knowledge is further enhanced by the talent and wit from our kitchen.