Welcome to the International Beer Challenge 2013

For 17 years the International Beer Challenge has rewarded and promoted excellent beers.

The whole rainbow of beer complexity enters the IBC, with entries received from no fewer than 26 countries, including acknowledged brewing heartlands and representations from advancing beer countries.

Judges include some of the shrewdest beer judges in the land – retailers, importers, publicans, brewers, writers and flavour analysts. Add in some highly experienced judges from continental Europe to make sure we have an even better spread of tasting experience.

Judges study each beer in turn, considering the appearance, the aroma, the taste and the finish, before discussing their findings with other table members and reaching a consensus on which medal to award. The level of knowledge and experience of the judges is striking and, for a beer to achieve any kind of medal from such exacting critics is a real achievement.

Last year the judges clearly found plenty to enjoy, awarding 178 bronze medals and 95 silver medals and 30 gold medals. Going beyond gold, the IBC also presents trophies for the best class winners, with nine champions selected.

For a full list of this years medallists please click here.

Rewarding quality, celebrating excellence.

Why Enter?

Being part of the IBC carries a number of significant benefits. It acknowledges the skill of the brewer, and is an internationally recognised symbol of quality frequently displayed on bottle labels.

Previous Winners

The International Beer Challenge awards Gold, Silver & Bronze awards with the highest scoring beer in each of 7 categories being awarded the category trophy. From these beers a supreme champion will be selected.

Entry Information

The IBC attracts a wide variety of entrants including brewers, shippers, agents, independent retailers, retail chains, supermarkets and wholesalers.