2024 Trophy Winners
Champion Australian Beer
Presented by Cryer Malt
Dark Lager, Draught Wedgetail Brewing, Western Australia, Australia
Congratulating Wedgetail Brewing, with a commitment to quality, creativity, and craft, Wedgetail Brewing has truly made their mark. Winning this award follows their success with also winning Best Amber/Dark Lager.
Champion International Beer
Presented by BoortMalt Asia Pacific
Trumer Pils, Packaged Trumer Brewery, California, United States
Congratulations to Trumer Brewery, marking their second major recognition of the evening after also winning Best Pilsner. Well done, Trumer Brewery!
Champion Large Australian Brewery
Presented by Barrett Burston Malting
Hawkers Beer, Victoria, Australia
Hawkers Beer once again take home the same coveted trophy they first claimed in 2022. Congratulations to the entire Hawkers team on another well-deserved win!
Champion Large International Brewery
Presented by Melbourne Royal
Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan, Bavaria, Germany
Congratulations to Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan - reclaiming the same prestigious trophy they first won in 2022. Congratulations to Weihenstephan on yet another outstanding achievement!
Champion Medium Australian Brewery
Presented by Cryer Malt
Philter Brewing, New South Wales
Philter Brewing took home their third award of the night — a remarkable achievement. Cheers to a night of well-earned recognition!
Champion Medium International Brewery
Presented by Melbourne Royal
49th State Brewing, Alaska, United States
Champion Small Australian Brewery
Presented by Hop Products Australia (HPA)
Slipstream Brewing, Queensland, Australia
Slipstream Brewing opened their doors in 2017 and quickly impressed the Australian beer scene with their award-winning beers and passionate team.
Champion Small International Brewery
Presented by Melbourne Royal
Altitude Brewing, Otago, New Zealand
Altitude Brewing received this year’s award — their first time earning this distinguished honour. It recognized both their achievements to date and the promise of a bright future.
Australian Gypsy Brewer Award
Presented by Orora Beverage Cans
Dollar Bill Brewing, Victoria
Dollar Bill Brewing once again received this award, having claimed the honour every year since 2022 — a testament to their remarkable team.
Consistency of Excellence
This award acknowledges exhibits of the same label that have achieved a gold medal for three consecutive years. To be eligible, exhibits need to have been submitted in the same format, under the same label and in the same style or Class each year.
- La Trappe Dubbel, Packaged, Bierbrouwerij de Koningshoeven (Beer-brow-er-eye duh Koh-nings-hoo-ven) (Heron Beverages), Tilburg, Netherlands
- Hazy, Draught, Balter Brewing, Queensland, Australia
- Estuary Ale XPA, Draught, Boundary Island Brewery, Western Australia
- Hawke's Underdog Session Lager, Draught, Hawke's Brewing, New South Wales
- Road Trip American IPA, Packaged, Holgate Brewhouse, Victoria
- The Chop, Draught, Hop Nation, Victoria
- Pale Ale, Draught, Mountain Goat, Victoria
- Slapshot, Draught, Urban Alley Brewery, Victoria
Champion Victorian Brewery
Presented by Regional Victoria
Stomping Ground Brewing
Stomping Ground Brewing were once again recognised with this award, having previously earned the honour in 2022 — a testament to their brewing excellence.
Gary Sheppard Memorial Trophy
Presented by Melbourne Royal
Diatribe Brewing, North Carolina, United States
A well-deserved recognition of their passion, craft, and growing influence in the brewing scene. Congratulations to the team at Diatribe Brewing!
Best Media
Presented by The Crafty Pint
Guy Southern, The Crafty Pint
Congrats to Guy Southern from The Crafty Pint on winning the Best Media Award! Thank you, Guy, for your amazing contributions!
Best Design- Label / Surface Graphic
Presented by Sun Tap Decals
Pale Ale 500mL Limited Edition, CBCo Brewing, Victoria
Best Modern India Pale Ale
Presented by NZ Hops
Haze, Packaged, Philter Brewing, New South Wales
Congrats to Philter Brewing from New South Wales for their Haze, Packaged award win! A well-deserved recognition for their exceptional craft and innovation.
Best Traditional India Pale Ale
Presented by Bintani
The Deckie IPA, Packaged, Boundary Island Brewery, Western Australia
Congrats to Boundary Island Brewery from Western Australia for their win with The Deckie IPA, Packaged! A fantastic achievement for their bold and flavorful brew.
Best British or European-Style Ale (excluding India Pale Ale & Pale Ale)
Presented by Melbourne Royal
ESB, Draught, Merino Brewery, New South Wales
Congratulations to Merino Brewery from New South Wales for winning Best British or European Style Ale with their ESB, Draught! A fantastic achievement showcasing their brewing expertise.
Best International-Style Pale Ale
Presented by Yakima Chief Hops
King Road Short Stays Series: American Strong Pale Ale, Draught, King Road Brewing, Western Australia
Well done to King Road Brewing from Western Australia for their win with King Road Short Stays Series: American Strong Pale Ale, Draught! A standout brew that truly shines.
Best Modern Pale Ale
Presented by Hop Products Australia (HPA)
Sled Dog, Draught, Altitude Brewing, Otago, New Zealand
Congratulations to Altitude Brewing from Otago, New Zealand, for their win with Sled Dog, Draught! A remarkable brew that truly stands out.
Best Australian Style Pale Ale
Presented by Melbourne Royal
XPA, Draught, Philter Brewing, New South Wales
Shoutout to Philter Brewing from New South Wales for their win with XPA, Draught! A well-crafted brew that truly stands out.
Best Specialty Flavoured Beer
Presented by Thirsty Merchants
Chili Cat, Draught, Rojicat Beer, Queensland
Kudos to Rojicat Beer from Queensland for their win with Chili Cat, Draught! A bold and unique brew that makes a lasting impression.
Best Specialty Beer
Presented by Thirsty Merchants
Happy Camping, Packaged, Deadman Brewery, Hong Kong
Well done to Deadman Brewery from Hong Kong for their win with Happy Camping, Packaged! A standout brew that captures the spirit of adventure.
Best Wood / Barrel-Aged Beer
Presented by Melbourne Royal
Barrel Aged Feijoa Sour, Packaged, Shining Peak Brewing, New Zealand
Congratulations to Shining Peak Brewing from New Zealand for their win with Barrel Aged Feijoa Sour, Packaged! A truly unique and exceptional brew.
Best Belgian / French-Style Ale
Presented by Sun Tap Decals
Gold Wild Ale, Packaged, Slipstream Brewing, Queensland
Congratulations to Slipstream Brewing from Queensland for their win with Gold Wild Ale, Packaged! A remarkable brew that truly shines.
Best Wheat Beer
Presented by Melbourne Royal
Weissbier, Packaged, Fresh Beer 30 Kilometers, Shanghai, China
Well done to Fresh Beer 30 Kilometers from Shanghai, China, for their win with Weissbier, Packaged! A standout brew that captures the essence of quality craftsmanship.
Best Non-Alcohol Beer
Presented by Novonesis
Free Time Raspberry Sour, Draught, Bridge Road Brewers, Victoria
Congratulations to Bridge Road Brewers from Victoria for their win with Free Time Raspberry Sour, Draught! A refreshing and expertly crafted brew.
Best Reduced / Low Alcohol Beer
Presented by Fermentis
Camden IPA, Draught, Merino Brewery, New South Wales
Well done to Merino Brewery from New South Wales for their win with Camden IPA, Draught! A bold and well-executed brew.
Best Porter (including Baltic-Style Porter) or Stout
Presented by Melbourne Royal
Stout, Packaged, Reckless Brewing, New South Wales
Congratulations to Reckless Brewing from New South Wales for their win with Stout, Packaged! A rich and expertly crafted beer.
Best Amber / Dark Ale
Presented by Bev Chain
Carlton Black Ale, Draught, Carlton & United Breweries, Cascade Brewery, Tasmania
Well done to Carlton & United Breweries, Cascade Brewery from Tasmania for their win with Carlton Black Ale, Draught! A classic brew delivered with skill and tradition.
Best Amber / Dark Lager
Presented by Joe White Maltings
Dark Lager, Draught, Wedgetail Brewing, Western Australia
Best Pilsner
Presented by Ecogrip
Trumer Pils, Packaged, Trumer Brewery, California, United States
Well done to Trumer Brewery from California, United States, for their win with Trumer Pils, Packaged! A crisp, refined brew with international appeal.
Best International Lager
Presented by Melbourne Royal
King Road Short Stay Series: NZ Cryo Hops, Draught, King Road Brewing, Western Australia
Congratulations to King Road Brewing from Western Australia for their win with King Road Short Stays Series: NZ Cryo Hops, Draught!
Best European-Style Lager
Presented by Weyermann Specialty Malts
Hanging Rauch, Draught, Stomping Ground Brewing, Victoria
Congratulations to Stomping Ground Brewing from Victoria for their win with Hanging Rauch, Draught! A smoky, standout brew that showcases true craftsmanship.
Best Australian- Style Lager
Presented by Melbourne Royal
Cerveza Crisp Lager, Draught, Kaiju! Beer, Victoria
Well done to Kaiju! Beer from Victoria for their win with Cerveza Crisp Lager, Draught! A refreshing and expertly brewed lager that stands out.
