David leads beer tastings, pairings, and classes all around the Miami Valley in western Ohio (and occasionally travels for events elsewhere). Check out his upcoming events below and consider adding some of these to your calendar! If you want to hire David for an event, you can find out more of what he offers for breweries, bars & restaurants, and private events.

Check out info on having David lead an event at your brewery here.

Wednesday, September 9, 6:30 p.m. Eastern
Event—Overdue for a Brew: Beer Judging and Common Flaws
Location—Tipp City Public Library
Cost—Free
Registration—Register here
Description—David will introduce the class to the world of beer judging and explain how beer evaluation is done. We’ll taste some common off-flavors, and then attendees will have the chance to judge a beer sample. 

Saturday, September 19, 12:00 p.m. Eastern
Event—Overdue for a Brew Field Trip to Third Eye Brewing
Location—Third Eye Brewing in Hamilton, Ohio
Cost—$25
Registration—Register here (pay at event)
Description—During this unique event, you’ll listen in as David Nilsen interviews Third Eye brewmaster Kelly Montgomery, ask Kelly questions yourself, take a tour of their brewery and barrel cellar, and then enjoy a guided tasting of Third Eye’s beers led by David.

Saturday, October 10, 7:00 p.m. Eastern
Event—The Story of Stouts Virtual Tasting with belgianstyleales.com
Location—Virtual
Cost—$54
Registration—Purchase tickets here
Description—During this 90-minute virtual tasting of 1 porter and 5 stouts, David will explain the history behind each beer and the ingredients and processes that make them unique. Along the way, we’ll learn about the history and modern variety of these styles and how best to taste and enjoy them. 

Thursday, October 15, 11:00 a.m. Eastern
Event—The Art of Beer & Chocolate Pairing: Expert Panel Discussion
Location—Virtual
Cost—Free
Registration—Register here
Description—Beside Marie-Emanuelle Berdah and Joanne Mumbey, David will share insights on pairing beer and chocolate on this WSET panel.

Wednesday, November 4, 6:30 p.m. Eastern
Event—Overdue for a Brew: Michigan vs Ohio Holiday Seasonals
Location—Tipp City Public Library
Cost—Free
Registration—Contact TCPL
Description—Let’s celebrate the best rivalry in sports with a tasting of Ohio and Michigan beers! David will talk about holiday seasonal beer styles, and lead the group through a tasting of beers from both states in similar styles. The group will vote on their favorites to pick a rivalry winner!

Wednesday, November 11, 6:30 p.m. Eastern
Event—Pints and Pages: A Deeper Tasting of Beer
Location—Clark County Public Library
Cost—Free
Registration—Contact CCPL
Description—Beer is endlessly complex, with the widest range of flavors of any alcoholic beverage. This can be overwhelming, or it can be an invitation to discovery. Join us as David talks about how to explore beer flavor without pressure or confusion, and what tasting beer can teach us about ourselves. 

Wednesday, November 19, TBD
Event—Private beer and chocolate pairing
Location—Private
Cost—N/A
Registration—Private
Description—Contact David to discuss your own private pairing or tasting event!

Contact me about hosting your own private tasting event!