In 2024, six breweries from Minnesota stood out in the world of beer by winning medals at the 2024 World Beer Cup in Las Vegas. These breweries showcased their world-class beers at the Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America.
Bent Paddle Brewing Co., located in Duluth, won a gold medal in the German-style Altbier category for its beer called Little Düssel Do-Ya. This beer also placed second in the German Ale category at the Minnesota Brewers Cup this year.
Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub, based in Minneapolis, took home a gold medal in the German-style Doppelbock or Eisbock category with their release of Doppelbock in December.
Lupulin Brewing, located in Big Lake, won a silver medal in the Dortmunder/Export or German-Style Oktoberfest category for their limited-release Dortmunder beer.
Excelsior Brewing Company’s Big Island Citrus Blonde Ale earned a silver medal in the Fruit Beer category, a fruity twist on their popular Big Island Blonde Ale.
BeerClub Brewing, based in Mora, received a bronze medal in the German-Style Doppelbock or Eisbock category for their customer favorite Doppel Bock beer.
Pryes Brewing Co., also based in Minneapolis, won a bronze medal in the Mixed-Culture Brett Beer category with their Idyll Forest Soirée as part of their Mixed Fermentation program.
