Julia Herz May 2026

Herz served as the Craft Beer Program Director for the BA for over a decade, where she led initiatives such as the Independent Craft Brewer Seal and fostered public awareness of craft beer.

In 2021, Herz was named Executive Director of the American Homebrewers Association. In this role, she has spearheaded the growth of the community, supporting homebrewers in the U.S. and Canada. julia herz

She is the co-author of Beer Pairing: The Essential Guide from the Pairing Pros and has penned numerous articles focusing on beer quality, pairing, and the sensory experience of beer. Herz served as the Craft Beer Program Director

Herz is known for promoting beer as a "cerebral beverage" that can enhance food pairings and social experiences. She advocates for beer to be Treated with the same respect as wine and spirits on restaurant menus. Her work often emphasizes the "living, liquid history" of brewing and the importance of homebrew culture. and Canada