Terms and Conditions

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1.  The purpose of ABCA is home brewing education, sharing and social in nature. It is not a beer drinking event.

2.  We do not now, nor will we ever take ourselves too seriously. This is supposed to be fun.

3.  We pledge to be respectful and honor, celebrate and respect differences. Unless you don’t like beer, then we may have a problem.

4.  If you are offended by #2, see #1

5.  We will share meeting and general information freely and openly with all interested. 

6.  We will promise to keep any information confidential if it is deemed such by the sharer (Jim sharing a recipe for example would be something that we would not post on social media).

7.  Membership is free, for now.

8.  Membership can be revoked should a member fail to comply with the rules of membership. 

9.  We are a club and not a legal entity. 

10. Any money given or sent will be treated as donations and will be used as disclosed when donations are requested.

11. Officers are static until such time as membership grows large enough to necessitate voting.

12. Membership is open to anyone in the greater Andover area that is 21 years of age or older and likes beer. Members really need to like beer. Let me be clear, being a fan of beer is a must. 

13. Members are responsible for their own wellbeing. 

14. Members agree to not hold ABCA responsible, for any reason, liable for any time before, during or after meetings.

15. Attendance at meetings or events is optional and at the members choice.

16. Politics has no place in ABCA meetings or on any web spaces (Facebook, Twitter, etc.). We have time to focus on beer, the enjoyment of beer and how to make more beer. That’s it.

17. More will be added as we know more, we’re learning here so we allow ourselves to be and get better. 

18. We will most likely need to cap membership to start. If that happens, we will start a waiting list and honor it in the order requests are received.

BREWERY LOCATION EVENT RULES: 

19. Brewery behaviors must be followed. Misbehaving is not acceptable. Any individuals not adhering will be asked to leave. Actions that jeopardize the longevity of the club will not be permitted.

20. Members have the use of the taproom, patio areas, bathrooms, audio and visual equipment. All beer must remain inside the building and/or fenced-in patio area.

21. Availability: The brewery will be open from 6 – 8 PM for these events. Please respect the closing time.

22. Liquor/Wine: Liquor and wines are prohibited from the Oak & Iron Brewing ® Co.’s indoor and patio areas. Our license allows only for Oak & Iron Brewing ® Co. beer brewed on site. There are no exceptions.

23. Food:  Food may be brought in. Only Andover Board of Health licensed caterers and prepackaged foods are permitted.  Prepackaged foods e.g. products from a supermarket or pizzeria etc.  Food prepared in your home may not be brought into the brewery other than for self consumption  

24. Parking:  We have 41 parking spaces. Please have your group carpool if needed. Overflow parking is available at Dundee Park on Essex Street.   

25. Age: All attendees at ABCA special events must be 21 years of age. IDs will be checked.

26. Behaviors and Code of Conduct: Oak & Iron Brewing® Co is a fun, social place. We are dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of our guests. All communication should be appropriate including people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate at the brewery.  Be kind to others. Do not insult or defame guests. Guests violating these rules may be asked to leave the brewery at the sole discretion of Oak & Iron Brewing® Co. Thanks for helping to make this a welcoming environment for all.

27. Age Verification: Guests must be 21 years or older to drink beer and must present valid government-issued ID. This process is state law and is managed by our trained staff.

28. Beer cannot be brought into the brewery with the exception of small sampling for education purposes. (state laws).  Beer may be available for purchase at regular pricing at discretion of owners.  But as a reminder... these are not  drinking events.  They are learning and sharing events.