Ohioans who enjoy craft beer know there are plenty of excellent options around the Buckeye State to quench their thirst.
These eight breweries have solidified their place on that list by bringing home medals during the recent World Beer Cup put on by the Brewers Association, a trade group representing small and independent American craft breweries.
Throughout 14 sessions spanning seven days, a panel of 265 judges from 37 countries evaluated 8,375 entries from 1,761 breweries and cideries across 49 nations and bestowed 349 awards. In short, taking home a medal was no easy feat.
So raise your glass to toast the winners from Ohio.
Ohio craft brewery medal winners in World Beer Cup competition
“The World Beer Cup competition continues to showcase the global industry’s dedication to innovative craftsmanship, diverse flavors, and technical excellence,” said Chris Williams, World Beer Cup competition director. “This roster of 2025 winners represents the pinnacle of craft brewing and cideries, demonstrating what’s achievable through dedication and passion. Congratulations to this year’s award winners; they have once again helped set the standard for excellence in their craft, inspiring innovation and fostering healthy competition within the industry.”
Brink Brewing Co., Cincinnati
Eighty-Three Brewery, Akron
Eudora Brewing Co., Kettering
Fat Heads Brewery, Middleburg Heights
Fretboard Brewing Co., Blue Ash
Third Eye Brewing Co., Cincinnati
Wondering Monsters Brewing Co., Cincinnati
Wooly Pig Farm Brewery, Fresno
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Among the best: These Ohio breweries brought home World Beer Cup medals. See who won
Reporting by Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer / Cincinnati Enquirer
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