TUESDAY 17 NOVEMBER at New Lodge
The Show will be held in the lounge of the New Lodge. Entries can be brought in from 6.30, with tasting/judging hopefully starting at 7. Entry is free.
The members present will be the judges. Judging forms will be provided (though it would help to bring a pen/pencil). Certificates will be awarded for the six categories and we have the Jonathan Bowen Memorial Shield to be awarded to the entry deemed to be the best on the night.
A light buffet is being provided once judging is complete.
Categories:
1 Jar of Light honey
1 Jar of Medium honey
1 Jar of Dark honey
1 jar of Set honey (either naturally or “creamed”)
6 x 28g (approx) wax blocks
3 x wax candles
~ Honey and Beeswax should be from your own hives.
~ Honey can be in any shape jar with a minimum weight of 227g/8oz.
Judging criteria is included on the judging forms.
Judging criteria
Honey is judged by the attendees based on the following criteria:
- Clarity
- Aroma
- Taste
- Viscocity
Marks are awarded 1 to 5, with 5 being the best. First prizes are awarded for the honey gaining the highest total of marks in each class.
In the event of a tie, the winner will be determined by the honey with the most number of higher marks.