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Central Arkansas Fermenters
Homebrew • Education • Community
Central Arkansas Fermenters
For the love of brewing—and for the people, knowledge, and creativity that make Central Arkansas fermentation culture thrive.
2003
Established in Central Arkansas
Little Rock
Home base with a regional reach
Monthly
Typically the second Thursday
$35 / $60
2026 single / couple dues
The roots of Arkansas craft
More Than a Homebrew Club
Central Arkansas Fermenters brings together people who enjoy making beer, cider, wine, mead, and other fermented beverages at home. Beginners can learn the fundamentals, while experienced makers can refine recipes, compare techniques, and receive thoughtful feedback.
The club’s emphasis is education, responsible enjoyment, fellowship, and strengthening the broader Central Arkansas fermentation community.
CAF’s Mission in Practice
- Share brewing and fermentation knowledge
- Build skills through hands-on education
- Promote responsible enjoyment
- Use club activities to support local causes
What members explore
Fermentation Without Boundaries
Beer may be the club’s center of gravity, but CAF’s educational reach extends throughout the fermented-beverage world.
Beer Styles
From crisp lagers and hop-forward ales to dark beers, sours, saisons, and experimental recipes.
Cider, Wine & Mead
Fruit, honey, yeast, time, and technique open the door to an equally broad range of fermented beverages.
Process & Science
Members discuss yeast, water chemistry, sanitation, temperature control, recipe design, and quality improvement.
Sensory & Judging
Tastings, style discussions, competition feedback, and judging experience help members better understand what is in the glass.
Learn • Share • Improve
How CAF Comes Together
Monthly Meetings
Meetings typically take place on the second Thursday at rotating locations. Members socialize, discuss club business, share knowledge, and may bring homebrew to share.
Education
Presentations, demonstrations, guided tastings, group discussions, and practical feedback turn shared experience into stronger fermentation skills.
Competitions & Collaboration
Club competitions, professional-amateur opportunities, judging, stewarding, and shared projects connect hobbyists with the larger brewing community.
Annual traditions
Events That Reach Beyond the Club
Little Rocktoberfest
CAF’s signature public festival celebrates homebrew, craft beverages, community, and charitable impact in Central Arkansas.
Big Brew Day
CAF joins the nationwide celebration of homebrewing with a hands-on day centered on learning, brewing, and welcoming people into the hobby.
Arkansas State Fair Competition
The club supports a respected homebrew competition that welcomes amateur beer, mead, and cider entries and emphasizes structured judging.
2026 membership
Ready to Join the Fermentation Community?
CAF’s annual membership cycle runs from February through January of the following year. Members can join individually or as a couple or brewing partnership.
Membership details and meeting locations can change, so confirm the latest information directly with CAF before attending.
Annual Dues
Single membership: $35
Couple membership: $60
Common questions
Central Arkansas Fermenters FAQ
Do I need homebrewing experience to join?
No. CAF is built around education and shared knowledge, making it useful for curious beginners as well as experienced brewers and fermenters.
When and where does CAF meet?
Meetings are typically held on the second Thursday of each month at rotating locations. Check CAF’s official website or Facebook group for the current meeting notice.
What kinds of beverages do members make?
The club’s official mission includes at-home brewing of beer, cider, wine, and other fermented beverages. Competitions and club activities also include mead.
Is Central Arkansas Fermenters a whiskey club?
No. CAF is a homebrewing and fermentation organization. It fits ArkansasLiquor.com because it helps explain the people, techniques, and community behind Arkansas craft beverages.
Connect With Central Arkansas Fermenters
Check the club’s official channels for current meetings, membership information, competitions, and public events.
Editorial note: ArkansasLiquor.com is an independent publication and is not operated by Central Arkansas Fermenters. Club schedules, dues, and event details may change; verify current information through CAF’s official website.