Episode 309 - 2026 World Beer Cup Recap

This week we break down the results of the 2026 World Beer Cup—the biggest global beer competition in the world. We dive into the top-entered categories, reveal the gold, silver, and bronze winners in major IPA and lager categories, and explore what the results say about shifting beer trends—including the resurgence of West Coast IPA and the continued rise of precision-crafted lagers. And we do a tasting of the Pontoon Voyager: Odyssey NE IPA. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show! 

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BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

Zephyrhills Brewing Co FAFO

Von Trapp Brewing Light Lager

Pontoon Brewing Voyager: Dank Odyssey NE IPA

Barriehaus Beer Co Kessel Run Smoked Lager

Pontoon Brewing Sunrise & Lofi

Phase Three Brewing Pixel 

Half Acre Beer Co Bodem IPA 

Confluence Brewing Co Des Moines IPA 

Printer’s Row Brewing Bookbinder Blonde Ale

Illuminated Beer Works Brain Wash Sour Ale

Confluence Brewing Co 13 Degrees Czech Dark Lager

Kros Strain Brewing Fairy Nectar IPA