Institute of Brewing and Distilling

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The Institute of Brewing & Distilling (IBD) is the world’s leading professional body for people working in brewing and distilling. As an international professional and educational body the IBD promotes “The advancement of the education and professional development in the science and technology of brewing, distilling, and related industries.”

Dating back to 1886 the IBD now boasts over 5,000 members and is the largest global professional body for brewers and distillers, and the only one with a worldwide footprint. Global membership is administered on a geographic basis with sections around the world. Members are grouped into regional sections, four of which are in the United Kingdom: Great Northern, Southern, Midlands, and Scottish. There are an additional four international sections: Africa, Asia Pacific, Irish, and International. Membership classes include Student, Standard, Retired, and Fellowship levels.