International Brewing & Cider Awards 2019: medal winners announced

In March 2019, the International Brewing and Cider Awards announced the medal winners for 2019, certifying 133 beers and ciders as among the best in the world.

The beer medal winners ranged from small craft breweries from all corners of the globe to well-known brands such as Sierra Nevada, Samuel Adams, Camden Town, Deschutes, Fullers and Big Drop. Meanwhile, successful cider winners included Sheppy’s, Aspall’s, Angry Orchards and Strongbow amongst many smaller craft brands from Somerset, England to Camino, Calfornia.

The competition – attracting entries from 200+ breweries and cider mills from around world – was judged by an international panel of 50 judges. Over 1000 beers and ciders from 50 countries were submitted for judging, which took place over an intensive three-day period.

Judging categories ranged from ultra-low ABV beers to high-strength styles, showcasing the versatility and variety found in modern-day brewing. Cider categories included different fruit varieties, hopped and ice ciders, as well as judging across sweet and dry styles.

The trophy winners‘announcement will be made on 1st May 2019 at an awards ceremony at Guildhall, City of London.

A full list of all medal winners can be found at www.brewingawards.org.