The Beer Connoisseur just released its latest issue–the Year in Review and Awards issue. One of our local PNW breweries did very well this year. pFriem Family Brewers of Hood River, Oregon earned honors as a top runner-up in the Brewery of the Year awards. The issue shares the top-rated beers of the year along with industry insights and special features. Here is the press release introducing the winter edition of The Beer Connoisseur.
The Beer Connoisseur® Magazine Awards 2024’s Best Beer & Breweries in Highly Anticipated Winter Edition
Atlanta, GA (Jan. 9, 2025) The Beer Connoisseur® is proud to announce its highly anticipated winter edition, a comprehensive retrospective on the dynamic and ever-evolving beer landscape of 2024. This edition delves deeply into the trends, triumphs and top brews that defined the past year, offering readers a rich tapestry of beer culture and industry insights heading into the new year.
Top 100 Beers of 2024
Our “The Beer in Review” section highlights the cream of the crop, with 14 World Class beers earning unprecedented accolades, including seven scoring above 97. Our judges, unphased by industry murmurs of a “craft beer downfall,” celebrated a year of exceptional brewing artistry.
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The 14 beers that achieved World Class ratings are:
#14 – Nelson Pale by pFriem Family Brewers (Rated 96)
#13 – Andechser Weissbier Hell by Kloster Andechs (Rated 96)
#12 – Kriek Black Pepper Lambicus by Brouwerij Timmermans (Rated 96)
#11 – Dive Beer by Lakefront Brewery (Rated 96)
#10 – Rain by Pure Project Brewing (Rated 96)
#9 – Grape Expectations by Irrigation Ales (Rated 96)
#8 – Green’s Gluten Free Dry-Hopped Lager by Green’s Gluten Free Beers (Rated 96)
#7 – Andechser Doppelbock Dunkel by Kloster Andechs (Rated 97)
#6 – Lagered Hedonism 01 by Moniker Brewery (Rated 97)
#5 – Framboise Hibiscus Lambicus by Brouwerij Timmermans (Rated 97)
#4 – pFriem Double IPA by pFriem Family Brewers (Rated 97)
#3 – Corylus by Pure Project Brewing (Rated 97)
#2 – Andechser Weissbier Dunkel by Kloster Andechs (Rated 98)
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… and #1 – Acadian Skies by Batson River Brewing & Distilling (Rated 98)
Congratulations to the brewers of these truly world-class beers!
Top 3 Breweries of 2024
The Beer in Review also awards the top three breweries that produced the three collective highest-rated beers of the year. 2024 saw a tie for first runner-up with both pFriem Family Brewers in Hood River, Oregon and Pure Project Brewing in San Diego, California racking up two World Class beers and one Exceptional offering.
For the second consecutive year, our Brewery of the Year dazzled with three World Class-rated beers, one achieving a near-perfect score of 98 and being named our #2 beer of the year. Kloster Andechs, situated on the Holy Mountain in Andechs, Germany is The Beer Connoisseur’s Brewery of the Year in 2024!
The brewing traditions of the Andechs region can be traced all the way back to the 12th century, when pilgrims came to the Holy Mountain of Andechs and were served food and ale. The Kloster Andechs monastery brewery was founded in 1455, and the brewery’s traditional brewing techniques are far more time-consuming than conventional brewing methods. However, that focus on quality over turnaround defines the brewing team’s philosophy, which is in keeping with the concept of all of the monastery’s enterprises: “Our tradition is being progressive, and we owe our progress to a long tradition.”
Industry Insights and Future Trends:
Looking ahead to 2025, our Industry Outlook examines emerging beer styles and Circana sales data, offering predictions on what the future holds for the beverage industry. This comprehensive analysis is a must-read for beer enthusiasts and industry stakeholders alike.
Exclusive Features and Reviews:
Jonathan Ingram’s “The State of Craft” provides an in-depth look at the shifting craft beer landscape, while Martyn Cornell’s “A Trip Around the World in 80 Beers” invites readers on a global journey through beer history in his new book. Our Official Review showcases expert evaluations of standout beers like Timmermans Framboise Hibiscus Lambicus and pFriem Double IPA, with insights from brewers in our “Brewer Q&A” section.
Join us in celebrating a year of innovation and excellence in brewing. The Beer Connoisseur’s year-end edition is your ultimate guide to the finest beers and brewing trends of 2024.
For more information about The Beer Connoisseur and its editorial coverage or for interview opportunities with Founder, Editor and Publisher Lynn Davis, please email editorial@beerconnoisseur.com.
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