Helena Breweries Shine in World Beer Cup: Lewis and Clark and Copper Furrow Secure Gold and Bronze Medals

In 2024, two Helena breweries, Lewis and Clark Brewing Co. and Copper Furrow Brewing, achieved success at the World Beer Cup, the most prestigious beer competition in the world.

Lewis and Clark Brewing Co. captured a gold medal for their Miner’s Gold Hefeweizen in the American Wheat Beer category. The beer is described as a tribute to the miners in Montana who tirelessly searched for gold in the region. It is made from malted wheat and Montana-grown barley.

On the other hand, Copper Furrow Brewing secured a bronze medal in the International Dark Lager beer style category for their Tmavé Pivo. This dark Czech lager features flavors of bread crust, caramel, and a hint of coffee roast in the finish. Crafted with heritage Vienna and black malt, it goes through an intensive brewing process using Cz Saaz hops, Budvar yeast, and natural carbonation.

The World Beer Cup acknowledges brewing excellence from around the world. This year’s winners were determined by a panel of 280 beer judges from 37 countries. A total of 9,300 entries from 2,060 breweries and 50 countries were evaluated. The award ceremony took place on April 24 at The Venetian in Las Vegas where winners in 110 beer-style categories were honored. The competition was created by the Brewers Association in 1996 to celebrate the art and science of brewing. For more details, visit the World Beer Cup website.

The success of these two Helena breweries at such a high-profile event is a testament to their commitment to quality and innovation within their craft. Their beers stand out among others due to their unique blends of ingredients and attention to detail during production.

In addition to winning awards at this year’s World Beer Cup, both Lewis and Clark Brewing Co. and Copper Furrow Brewing have also gained recognition for their dedication to sustainable practices within their operations.

Overall, these two Helena breweries are shining examples of what it means to be successful within the craft beer industry today – not just through winning awards but also through creating quality products that are environmentally conscious.

It’s no wonder that these two breweries have become fan favorites among locals and tourists alike here in Montana – they truly are paving the way for what’s next within this ever-evolving industry!