Good New in Oregon

A small bill passed through the Oregon state Senate on Tuesday, a small thing that happens all the time, but it made all amateurs brewers and vintners in the state very happy.  Under current Oregon law unlicensed makers of beer and wine cannot share their creations outside of their own homes.  If this bill passes through the Oregon state House than home brewers and vintners will be able to hold tastings and friendly competitions around the state. 

                If it passes this will be great news for Oregon’s estimated 20,000 home beer brewers and amateur wine makers. This is a fairly high number considering the population of Oregon, so it makes sense that the government is taking note of their wants.  They will be able to see how their home vintage compares to what other enthusiasts can make; because while homemade wine can be just as wonderful as commercially produced, it is best to compare things in the same category.  This could be a great opportunity for home brewers and wine makers to share secrets and tricks they have learned along the way which will give the average home brewer a better vintage and the fledgling vintner can get some advice on how to create something worthy of putting in their bacchus wine glasses.

via Rhino Wino