Episode 309 - 2026 World Beer Cup Recap
This week we break down the results of the 2026 World Beer Cup—the biggest global beer competition in the world. We dive into the top-entered categories, reveal the gold, silver, and bronze winners in major IPA and lager categories, and explore what the results say about shifting beer trends—including the resurgence of West Coast IPA and the continued rise of precision-crafted lagers. And we do a tasting of the Pontoon Voyager: Odyssey NE IPA. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!
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BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:
Von Trapp Brewing Light Lager
Pontoon Brewing Voyager: Dank Odyssey NE IPA
Barriehaus Beer Co Kessel Run Smoked Lager
Pontoon Brewing Sunrise & Lofi
Phase Three Brewing Pixel
Half Acre Beer Co Bodem IPA
Confluence Brewing Co Des Moines IPA
Printer’s Row Brewing Bookbinder Blonde Ale
Illuminated Beer Works Brain Wash Sour Ale
Confluence Brewing Co 13 Degrees Czech Dark Lager
Kros Strain Brewing Fairy Nectar IPA
