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A brewery is celebrating after one of its beers was crowned the winner of a prestigious award.

The Campaign for Real Ale (Camra) named Essex-based Crouch Vale Brewery’s Amarillo the Champion Beer of Britain.

Colin Bocking, 69, started the brewery in South Woodham Ferrers in 1981 and said winning was “good news – it’s always a lovely surprise when this sort of thing happens, it felt great”.

The long-standing Camra awards are given to recognise the best pubs, clubs, beer and cider in the UK.

Mr Bocking mentioned that he was around 26 years old when he embarked on his business journey, which he has been running alongside his wife, Fiona, for 43 years.

He reflected, “It was a complete career change for me.”

Prior to this, he worked in the civil service, managing pensions and benefits. “I felt there had to be more to life, and that’s when I transitioned into this venture.”

Recently, the couple was honored as winners at an awards ceremony held in Nottinghamshire on Wednesday.

The event featured a variety of beers from numerous breweries nationwide, culminating in the selection of the winners.

One brewery’s beer triumphed in the Premium Ale category before claiming the prestigious title of Supreme Champion Beer of Britain 2024.

This marked the third time the brewery has secured a Camra award, having previously won in both 2005 and 2006.

“With thousands of beers available, many of which are excellent, the chances of winning an accolade like this are rather slim due to the intense competition,” Mr. Bocking remarked.

“So to win it is a lovely surprise, because the odds are always against it.”

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Emmerdale is known for the iconic pub, The Woolpack.

This cherished establishment serves as the backdrop for many dramatic events in the ITV village, witnessing an array of calamities including a plane crash, raging fires, and numerous new landlords taking over.

Throughout the series, cast members are often depicted enjoying drinks at the pub, but what viewers might not realize is that the actors indulge in real alcohol while shooting their scenes.

Interestingly, they weren’t the only ones unaware of this behind-the-scenes detail. Emmerdale favorite Matthew Wolfenden revealed that he unintentionally got a bit tipsy while filming his initial scenes for the ITV show.

David Metcalfe, who made his debut in the village in 2006, has been a central figure in numerous significant storylines since then.

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During his initial appearances on the show, Matthew was unaware that actual alcohol was consumed on set at The Woolpack. In one scene, his character was directed to down pints of beer amid the pub’s unfolding drama.

Since filming often requires multiple takes, particularly when errors happen, it’s common for scenes to be shot repeatedly.

During a special segment dedicated to memorable bloopers from the soap opera world, a popular television star revealed that the cast actually consumes real alcoholic drinks while filming.

As a newcomer to the cast at that time, Matthew found himself downing several beers during a scene. By the end of the shoot, he admitted that he had lost his sobriety, according to reports from the Mirror.

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He laughed as he recounted, “It was just my second day on the job while we were filming in The Woolpack. I was completely unaware of this detail. My stage direction indicated that David drinks his pint and storms out.”

“He had just had a heated argument with Eric, and I kept repeating this action. I started off completely sober, but by the end of it…”

He then humorously mimicked how his speech became slurred due to the unforeseen intoxication. Other cast members chimed in, sharing their own amusing tales of indulgence during filming.

In 2022, ITV partnered with Heineken to promote their alcohol-free beer on the beloved show. Observant fans can spot Heineken 0.0 draught available at the Woolpack and also at Coronation Street‘s Rovers Return.

Emmerdale is broadcast from Monday to Thursday at 7.30pm on ITV1, or you can catch up on ITVX.

By Gary Dzen

The inaugural Latino beer festival in Boston is set to take place at Roundhead Brewing Company later this month.

Located in Hyde Park, Roundhead will mark its second anniversary with a weekend full of celebrations on October 25.

The festivities commence on Friday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a special bottle release and a community vinyl night. Attendees will have the chance to get their hands on Valhalla, a limited edition, barrel-aged Scottish ale. The evening will feature DJ NXN, who encourages guests to share and spin their favorite classic vinyl records. Admission is free, and people of all ages are invited to join in the fun.

“This beer takes me back to our earliest moments when we began envisioning the growth of Roundhead and strengthening the bond between Craig Panzer and myself,” shares Roundhead co-founder Luis Espinoza. “It’s an opportune time to unveil our anniversary beer, Valhalla, which has been aged for seven months in bourbon barrels.”

Roundhead was established by the two friends, Espinoza and Panzer, who first crossed paths on the sidelines of their children’s soccer matches in Jamaica Plain. Espinoza hails from Peru, where his family operated a series of bakeries. While the brewery proudly showcases its Latin American roots with beers infused with ingredients such as guava, passion fruit, and purple corn, Roundhead also embraces the broader craft beer tradition. This includes their special edition Scottish ale.

“During my childhood, my grandfather used to brew Chicha, a drink made from malted corn, fruit, and spices,” reflects Espinoza. “I find it captivating to integrate something novel and distinct into a beer.”

On Saturday, October 26, Roundhead will host Boston’s inaugural Latino beer festival. The event will feature beers from ten breweries, including Cervecería del Callejón, Reina Mora, and Dragon Stone Abbey from Puerto Rico, Cerveza 7 Vidas from Peru, as well as local favorites like Hot Plate Brewing in Pittsfield.

“It is essential for the community of Latin and alliance brewers to unite,” Espinoza states. “Through collaboration, we share culture, experiences, and knowledge. I take great pride in being able to foster an environment that highlights Latin contributions to brewing right here in Boston.”

On Saturday, the Latino beer festival will host two sessions—one from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and another from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.—with each session accommodating a maximum of 120 guests. This event is for those aged 21 and over. Tickets are priced at $55 when purchased in advance and $75 at the door. Following the beer festival, there will be a ticketed salsa dance party featuring the jazz band Timba Messengers, commencing at 6:30 p.m.

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Gary Dzen serves as the deputy editor of sports and culture at Boston.com. A graduate of Bates College, he has been part of the Boston Globe Media team since 2005.

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Alvin Kamara has caught the attention of a local brewery following the announcement of his two-year, $24.5 million extension with the New Orleans Saints.

Abita Beer, based in Louisiana, has expressed their intention to offer Kamara a “lifetime supply of beer,” while affectionately referring to him as a “loyal king.” It appears that Kamara is open to discussing the specifics with the brewery.

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Kamara, who has dedicated his entire eight-year career to the Saints, has now secured his presence in New Orleans until the 2026 season with his new contract.

During the offseason, Kamara missed the conclusion of the Saints’ mandatory minicamp in pursuit of a new deal, but he didn’t engage in a holdout. Despite his disappointment over not getting the extension he desired, he consistently expressed his intention to remain in New Orleans.

“I want to be a Saint,” he stated in July. “I want to retire here.”

With the new extension in hand, his wish has been granted, much to the delight of fans. His commitment to the team that drafted him has not gone unnoticed, as local businesses have even offered him free beer. If Kamara continues to excel in the backfield, he may attract even more local breweries and restaurants eager to provide him with lifelong supplies of their specialties.

Alvin Kamara has recorded 438 rushing yards and six touchdown runs, complemented by 252 receiving yards and one touchdown as the season unfolds. The Saints kicked off the year impressively with commanding victories over the Carolina Panthers and Dallas Cowboys, but their momentum has faltered with five consecutive losses.

Now fueled by a fresh contract, Kamara will be pivotal for New Orleans as they aim to turn their season around and possibly end a three-year absence from the playoffs.

Tom Edwards, one of the proprietors of Old Caz Brewery, recounted a recent weekend shift when he was tinkering about the brewery. During this time, he received a message from his former manager that brought exciting news: Old Caz had secured second place in one of the nation’s most esteemed beer competitions for their flagship creation.

The One Way IPA received a silver medal in the American-style India Pale Ale category at the Great American Beer Festival, which took place from October 10-12 in Denver, Colorado. Edwards describes the accolades as akin to “the Olympics” for brewers.

“That kind of recognition puts breweries on the map,” noted Edwards.

Reflecting on the brewery’s early days in 2018, Edwards explained that he and co-founder Bryan Rangel were operating on a tight budget, often renting equipment in Redding to brew their beer.

During the production of their first-ever batch of flagship IPA, the Carr Fire erupted, forcing many residents near Redding to evacuate. Upon learning about the fire, Edwards and Rangel hopped into a one-way U-Haul and drove to Redding to rescue their beer, which ultimately inspired its distinct name.

Since their inception, the brewery has opened two venues in Rohnert Park, with their latest establishment at SOMA Village.

Edwards expressed his amazement at the recognition their brewery received, stating that it was beyond anything he had ever dreamed to win with their flagship IPA. The competition received over 9,000 beer submissions across various categories.

“I can’t remember the last time three Sonoma breweries were honored with a medal in this competition,” Edwards remarked.

Two other breweries from Santa Rosa also earned medals at this year’s competition. Russian River Brewing Co. received a bronze for its Belgian-style sour ale, Intinction – Petite Sirah, while Moonlight Brewing Co. took home a gold medal for its Bohemian-style pilsner named Reality Czeck-style Pilsner.

According to Edwards, these accolades hold significant value for local brewers and underscore the dedication they pour into their craft.

“We have some truly remarkable breweries making great strides, and it’s one of the finest places in the country to enjoy beer,” Edwards remarked.

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Only one brewery secured four gold medals at this year’s Great American Beer Festival, a premier event in the brewing industry.

Highland Park Brewery achieved remarkable success at the Great American Beer Festival by winning gold medals for DDH Pillow and three additional beers.

Following a tasting session of the beers submitted by Highland Park Brewery for this year’s Great American Beer Festival, James Sullivan felt optimistic about the brewery’s chances of winning at least a couple of medals. However, as he tuned into the live stream of the competition’s award ceremony at the Bellco Theatre in Denver on Saturday, October 12, he was taken aback by the announcements.

Highland Park Brewery was declared the gold medal winner in one category, then another, then yet another, until finally they claimed a fourth.

“I was really anxious every time one of our beers was announced,” Sullivan, who serves as the marketing director for Highland Park Brewery, shared with me recently.

Highland Park Brewery in Los Angeles has been named the top brewery of 2024 by the Great American Beer Festival.

By the conclusion of the awards ceremony, Highland Park had secured gold medals for their American-style IPA (Competition), hazy imperial IPA (DDH Pillow), American-style lager (Baseball), and American-style pale ale (Timbo). The brewery was also honored as Brewery Group Brewery and Brewer of the Year. The Great American Beer Festival is recognized as one of the most esteemed competitions in the brewing industry. This year, over 8,800 beers were entered and evaluated through blind taste tests conducted by 285 expert judges. The competition recognizes 8 brewer of the year awards for breweries of varying sizes, yet Highland Park stood out as the only brewery of any category to take home four gold medals, making it the most awarded brewery for gold medals in 2024.

“The entire HPB brew team consistently aims to produce the finest product possible, and I couldn’t be happier to see their dedication rewarded in such a significant manner,” Sullivan remarked.

The brewery was established in 2014 by Bob and Tiff Kunz, who aimed to deliver the freshest and hoppiest beers to Los Angeles while also enhancing the local community through social and environmental responsibility, as noted by Sullivan.

“They created something remarkable with this company, and we’re all delighted to witness their years of hard work and commitment pay off like this,” Sullivan remarks.

Lager named Baseball played a key role in helping Highland Park achieve recognition as this year’s top brewery at the Great American Beer Festival competition.

Of the four categories in which Highland Park Brewery excelled, three were focused on hop-forward beers, which the team takes great pride in.

“Our goal is to produce a top-notch product, and a significant part of that involves not just perfecting our recipes, but also sourcing the finest ingredients from various hop farms and maltsters globally,” Sullivan states. “Our brewery is heavily influenced by sensory experiences, guiding us in determining how we envision the final taste of our beer, which in turn, influences the category we choose for that particular brew.”

This marks the third consecutive year that the brewery’s DDH Pillow beer has secured a gold medal in the hazy imperial IPA category. “In crafting hazy beers, we aim to truly highlight the aromatic qualities of the hops while still delivering a flavorful yet approachable beer,” Sullivan explains.

Sullivan expresses enthusiasm for their Baseball Lager as well. “We aimed to develop a refreshing, light lager with a straightforward name, and once the idea of ‘Baseball’ emerged, it felt like a natural fit,” Sullivan remarks. This beer launching is particularly timely, as the brewery is located near the World Series-bound Dodgers team, attracting numerous Dodgers fans.

“It’s one of our top-selling beers, especially during the Dodger season,” Sullivan adds.

Sullivan expressed not only pride in Highland Park’s achievements at the Great American Beer Festival competition but also enthusiasm for the numerous medals awarded to fellow Los Angeles breweries. California frequently excels in these competitions, with local breweries significantly contributing to this success. “This city is full of great beer and I’m thrilled to see it get so much recognition at this year’s GABF Awards,” Sullivan shares.

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In the early to mid-20th century, a Zulu artist crafted this beer vessel from burnished earthenware.

As October arrives, it brings with it delightful aromas of pumpkin spice, the festive spirit of Halloween, and the jubilant vibes of Oktoberfest—celebrating everything beer-related! An ukhamba displayed at NOMA symbolizes the rich tradition of beer brewing, a craft that is predominantly overseen by women in southern Africa.

Low-alcohol sorghum beer has long been a vital component of nutrition in southern Africa and remains a choice offering for ancestors as well as a gesture of hospitality.

Many families even set up a small altar, known as umsamo, where they can present beer and meat to their ancestors.

Various types of vessels are designed for both preparation and consumption, serving a purpose during significant events such as funerals, weddings, coming-of-age celebrations, and other important transitional moments in life.

Smaller pots, like the ukhamba, are commonly shared among individuals, while larger vessels such as the iphangela can contain enough beer for an entire gathering, typically enjoyed using a ladle or cup.

This delicate, rimless ceramic piece showcases a deep, blackened glaze, crafted using coil-building techniques. Its surface is adorned with raised bumps known as amasumpa, skillfully applied by the artisans. In the Zulu-speaking areas of South Africa, this darkening connects the vessel to ancestors and spirits who are believed to prefer dimly lit spaces.

Additionally, the curved, geometric patterns that are either incised or impressed onto the surface of this vessel are a hallmark of the region’s artistry.

This design may evoke images of cow horns and the livestock owned by affluent families, while also drawing a profound connection to women’s physical forms and body modification practices known as scarification, which involves the permanent marking of the skin through cutting or branding.

Although these pieces are still crafted for home environments, a new audience has emerged that appreciates the visual appeal of ceramic beer vessels, with many female artisans successfully selling their works in contemporary art galleries.

Bowls intended for commercial markets, rather than spiritual use, are available in various shades of brown and black, and well-known families of female potters enjoy a reputation both locally and internationally.

Amanda M. Maples is the Françoise Billion Richardson curator of African art at NOMA.

Representatives of Tool Shed Brewing Company from Calgary, Alberta, proudly celebrate their numerous awards at the 2024 Canada Beer Cup.

The Canada Beer Cup stands as the sole national not-for-profit beer competition in Canada. The entry fees and sponsorships collected for this three-year-old event are utilized to support the Canadian Craft Brewers Association, an organization dedicated to promoting and safeguarding the interests of more than 1,200 small and independent craft breweries, brewpubs, and their supplier partners across Canada.

This year’s Canada Beer Cup featured around 1,500 beers judged across various categories. The winners were revealed during a celebratory event on October 18, which took place as part of the BC Craft Brewers Conference. Each year, the awards celebration is hosted in a different location to benefit a provincial brewing guild alongside its corresponding conference.

In many ways, the Canadian craft beer scene mirrors that of the United States. Christine Comeau, the executive director of the Canadian Craft Brewers Association, notes that over 200 beers were submitted in the India Pale Ale categories, a category that, similar to the Great American Beer Festival, is renowned for its fierce competition among styles.

In addition to the rising popularity of India pale ale, Comeau noted in a phone interview that “the sours and fruit beers also had a remarkable presence with over 150 entries.”

“Interestingly, during our inaugural year in 2022, we did not grant any silver or gold medals in the low-alcohol beer category,” Comeau explained. “However, in 2024, we welcomed over 50 entries in both non-alcoholic and low-alcohol beers. Not only did we award golds, but the gold-medal winning low-alcohol beer from Dageraad Brewing in British Columbia also secured the bronze for overall Best of Show. This highlights the growing interest in, and the improved quality of, low-alcohol craft beer in Canada.”

The prestigious Best of Show gold medal went to Quark, Strangeness, Charm produced by Pile O’ Bones Brewing based in Regina, Saskatchewan, making it a contender for the best beer crafted in Canada.

Below are the winners of the 2024 Canada Beer Cup.

Gold: Quark, Strangeness, Charm, Pile O’ Bones Brewing, Regina, SK (winner of the gold medal in the Witbier category)

Silver: Line 12, Quayle’s Brewery, Oro-Medonte, ON (recipient of the gold medal in the International Pale Lager category)

Bronze: Tous Les Jours, Dageraad Brewing, Burnaby, BC (winner of the gold medal in the Low-ABV Beer (1.0% – 3.0% ABV) category)

Gold: Cowich Valley Common, Bayview Brewing Company, Ladysmith, BC

Silver: Sasquatch versus Yeti at Quayle’s Brewery in Oro-Medonte, Ontario

Bronze: Trekking to Devil’s Peak with Broken Rail Brewing in St. Marys, Ontario

Gold: À L’Heure Des Poules from Microbrasserie La Souche located in Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury, Quebec

Silver: Yard Sale presented by Wishbone Brewing in Waterford, Ontario

Bronze Medal: Rebels Red from Troubled Monk, located in Red Deer, Alberta.

Gold Medal: Spruce Tip IPA, created by Category 12 Brewing in Saanichton, British Columbia.

Silver Medal: Entre Les Branches, produced by Microbrasserie La Chasse-Pinte in L’Anse-Saint-Jean, Quebec.

Bronze Medal: Spruce Tip Swedish Gymnast from Twin City Brewing Company in Port Alberni, British Columbia.

Gold: NA Guava Gose from Collective Arts Brewing located in Hamilton, Ontario

Silver: Bbnoalc Non Alcoholic Sour Beer produced by Four Winds Brewing Co. in Delta, British Columbia

Bronze: Discipline crafted by Siboire in Sherbrooke, Quebec

Gold: Tous Les Hours brewed by Dageraad Brewing in Burnaby, British Columbia

Silver Medal: Ultralite IPA, brewed by Four Winds Brewing Co. from Delta, BC

Gold Medal: Lug Lite, crafted by Beau’s All Natural Brewing Co. located in Vankleek Hill, ON

Silver Medal: Blue Mountain Light Lager, produced by Thornbury Craft Co. based in Thornbury, ON

Bronze Medal: Gold, made by Anderson Craft Ales from London, ON

Gold: Flywheel, Sons of Kent Brewing Co., Chatham, ON

Silver: Shindig, Cowbell Brewing Co., Blyth, ON

Bronze: Revelstoke Lager, Mt. Begbie Brewing Company, Revelstoke, BC

Gold: Line 12, Quayle’s Brewery, Oro-Medonte, ON

Silver Medal Winner: Mexican-Style Light Lager, crafted by Barnside Brewing Co., located in Delta, BC.

Bronze Medal Winner: Gladstone Cerveza, produced by Gladstone Brewing Co., based in Courtenay, BC.

Gold Medal Winner: Steam Whistle Pilsner, brewed by Steam Whistle Brewing in Toronto, ON.

Silver Medal Winner: Tape Deck Czech Pilsner, offered by Rewind Beer Co., situated in Port Moody, BC.

Bronze Medal: Pete’s Pils from Tool Shed Brewery located in Calgary, AB

Gold Medal: The Föhn Munich Helles Lager crafted by Wild Winds Brewery in Calgary, AB

Silver Medal: Gladstone Festbier produced by Gladstone Brewing Co. based in Courtenay, BC

Bronze Medal: Mountain Lager from Side Launch Brewing Co. situated in Collingwood, ON

Gold Medal: Bierfest German Pilsner from Parallel 49 Brewing located in Vancouver, BC

Silver Medal: Gladstone Glad Light brewed by Gladstone Brewing Co. in Courtenay, BC

Bronze Medal: Pils from Fahr in Diamond Valley, AB

Gold Medal: La Strada Italian Pilsner crafted by Red Truck Beer Company in Vancouver, BC

Silver: Neat Neat Neat from Changing Colours Brewing Project, located in Port Coquitlam, BC

Bronze: Real Good Light Beer by Tin Whistle Brewing Company in Penticton, BC

Gold: Dogtooth Rover Red Lager crafted by Whitetooth Brewing Company Ltd., based in Golden, BC

Silver: Altbier brewed by Tanner & Co. Brewing, found in Chester Basin, NS

Bronze: Powder Hound Vienna Lager from Smithers Brewing Company located in Smithers, BC.

Gold: Revelstoke Dark Lager brewed by Mt. Begbie Brewing Company based in Revelstoke, BC.

Silver: PB Dark Lager crafted by Poco Brothers Brewing Co. in Port Coquitlam, BC.

Bronze: Dark Lager produced by Side Launch Brewing Co. from Collingwood, ON.

Gold Award: Hermannator Ice Bock from Vancouver Island Brewing located in Victoria, BC.

Silver Award: Two Rivers Baltic Porter crafted by Tatamagouche Brewing Co. in Tatamagouche, NS.

Bronze Award: Porter produced by Mile Zero Brewing based in Metchosin, BC.

Gold Award: Hefe Weizen from Garrison Brewing Company located in Halifax, NS.

Silver: Oie Blanche from Microbrasserie des Beaux Prés located in Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré, QC

Bronze: 50/50 Hefe brewed by KPU Brew Lab at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Langley, BC

Gold: Quark, Strangeness, Charm crafted by Pile O’ Bones Brewing in Regina, SK

Silver: Two Pillars Wit from Two Pillars Brewery in Calgary, AB

Bronze: Sundog Belgian White from Churchill Brewing Company located in Saskatoon, SK.

Silver: Cottage Country produced by Calabogie Brewing Company Ltd. in Kanata, ON.

Bronze: Village Wit brewed by Village Brewery in Calgary, AB.

Gold: English Pale Ale from Train Wreck Brewing based in Port Moody, BC.

Silver: Powerhouse Pale Ale from Mt. Begbie Brewing Company located in Revelstoke, BC.

Bronze: ESB crafted by Mile Zero Brewing in Metchosin, BC.

Gold: Endeavour 6th Birthday IPA by Endeavour Brewing Company Ltd., based in St. Albert, AB.

Silver: Kungaroo IPA brewed by Boshkung Brewing Co. in Minden, ON.

Bronze Medal: Canoe Chase IPA from Smugglers Trail Caskworks located in Langley, BC.

Gold Medal: Old Money brewed by Brassneck Brewery in Vancouver, BC.

Silver Medal: Dark Mild from Deadfall Brewing Company based in Prince George, BC.

Bronze Medal: Britisher English Brown Ale crafted by Churchill Brewing Company in Saskatoon, SK.

Gold Medal Winner: Greenock from the Saint Andrews Brewing Company located in Saint Andrews, New Brunswick.

Silver Medal Winner: Red Smashed In Buffalo Jump crafted by Cold Garden Beverage Company based in Calgary, Alberta.

Bronze Medal Winner: Vimy Red Ale produced by Vimy Brewing Company in Ottawa, Ontario.

Gold Medal Winner: Alberta’s Great Out S’mores Milk Stout from Hub Town Brewing situated in Okotoks, Alberta.

Silver: Speed Metal Fe Stout from Whitetooth Brewing Company Ltd. located in Golden, British Columbia.

Bronze: Patricius Irish Stout produced by Boxing Rock Brewing Company based in Shelburne, Nova Scotia.

Gold: Perepllut Barley Wine crafted by Blindman Brewing in Lacombe, Alberta.

Silver: Hell’s Gate brewed by Kahnawake Brewing Company in Kahnawake, Quebec.

Bronze Medal: Hellroaring Scottish Ale from Fisher Peak Brewing Company located in Cranbrook, BC.

Gold Medal: Gahan Vic Park crafted by PEI Brewing Company in Charlottetown, PEI.

Silver Medal: Tool Shed Hopped Wheat Ale produced by Tool Shed Brewery in Calgary, AB.

Bronze Medal: Pegasus American Pale Ale by Ol’ Beautiful Brewing Company, also in Calgary, AB.

Gold: Idleback from Slackwater Brewing located in Penticton, BC

Silver: Aggie Ale crafted by Olds College Brewery in Olds, AB

Bronze: Amarillo Amber Ale by Cold Lake Brewing & Distilling Co., based in Cold Lake, AB

Gold: Diabolically Decadent Brown Ale by Dastardly Villain, hailing from Winnipeg, MB

Silver: Open Road, Troubled Monk located in Red Deer, Alberta

Bronze: Basal Brown Ale from Deadfall Brewing Company in Prince George, British Columbia

Gold: Bellhop crafted by Abandoned Rail Brewing Co. in Penticton, British Columbia

Silver: Couleur Café produced by Chelsea & Co microbrasserie in Chelsea, Quebec

Bronze: Broken Record Porter from The Publican House Brewery located in Peterborough, Ontario

Gold: Ghost Train Oatmeal Stout produced by Hell’s Basement Brewery in Medicine Hat, Alberta

Silver: S’mores Milk Stout crafted by Camp Beer Co. based in Langley, British Columbia

Bronze: Flat Cap from Tool Shed Brewery in Calgary, Alberta

Gold Medal: S-92 Stout from Hornby Island Brewing Company located in Hornby Island, BC

Silver Medal: Santa’s Little Helper brewed by Hub Town Brewing in Okotoks, AB

Bronze Medal: Stoutnik Imperial Stout crafted by Longwood Brewery in Nanaimo, BC

Gold Medal: Playin’ Space Barleywine produced by Pile O’ Bones Brewing based in Regina, SK

Silver: Game Over DIPA64 from Obsolete Brewing Co., located in Dauphin, MB.

Bronze: Rampaging Red crafted by Tool Shed Brewery in Calgary, AB.

Gold: The Rusty Angler IPA produced by Rusted Rake Brewing Co. in Nanoose Bay, BC.

Silver: Monster Jam Juicy IPA from Red Truck Beer Company based in Vancouver, BC.

Bronze: IPA 117, Shawbridge, Prévost, QC

Gold: DIPA, Propeller Brewing Company, Dartmouth, NS

Silver: Moraine West Coast IPA, Folding Mountain Brewing, Hinton, AB

Bronze: Nechako West Coast IPA, Trench Brewing & Distilling, Prince George, BC

Gold Medal: A Brighter Shade of Doom, a Black NEIPA produced by Bookstore Brewing Company in Winnipeg, MB

Silver Medal: Sandtrax Aussie ISA crafted by Bomber Brewing in Vancouver, BC

Bronze Medal: Emerald Forest Cold IPA from Coast Mountain Brewing located in Whistler, BC

Gold Medal: Alright! Alright! Alright! from Kahnawake Brewing Company based in Kahnawake, QC

Silver Medal: Hazer Beam Hazy Pale Ale from Torchlight Brewing, located in Nelson, BC.

Bronze Medal: Aurora Session Pale Ale produced by Deadfall Brewing Company in Prince George, BC.

Gold Medal: Succession NEIPA, crafted by Deadfall Brewing Company, also from Prince George, BC.

Silver Medal: Beast! from Kahnawake Brewing Company, based in Kahnawake, QC.

Bronze Award: Summer Day IPA from Schoolhouse Brewery located in Windsor, NS

Gold Award: 2 The Moon crafted by Wishbone Brewing based in Waterford, ON

Silver Award: Slapaphone Double Hazy IPA by Polyrhythm Brewing in Edmonton, AB

Bronze Award: Rogue Gene produced by Cold Lake Brewing & Distilling Co. in Cold Lake, AB

Gold Medal Winner: Fuzzy Peach from Whistle Buoy Brewing Co. located in Victoria, British Columbia.

Silver Medal Winner: Nectarous Dry-Hopped Sour by Four Winds Brewing Co. from Delta, British Columbia.

Bronze Medal Winner: Facemelter Dry-Hopped Sour from Pile O’ Bones Brewing in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Gold Medal Winner: Mango Dragon Fruit Sour from Garrison Brewing Company in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Silver Medal: Rosefinch Raspberry Sour from Bomber Brewing located in Vancouver, BC.

Bronze Medal: Might As Well Go For A Soda by Backcountry Brewing based in Squamish, BC.

Gold Medal: Schwingungen created by Nokomis Craft Ales in Nokomis, SK.

Silver Medal: Rouge Des Appalaches from Frampton Brasse in Frampton, QC.

Bronze Medal: Oud Chockpish Haskaps Lambic, produced by Brasserie Chockpish located in Dieppe, New Brunswick.

Gold Medal: Saltwater Joys, crafted by The Church Brewing Company based in Wolfville, Nova Scotia.

Silver Medal: Strawberry-Peach Gose, brewed by Flora Hall Brewing in Ottawa, Ontario.

Bronze Medal: Epic Series Gose Pink Guava, made by Les Brasseurs du Petit-Sault, situated in Edmundston, New Brunswick.

Gold: Foeder Aged Margarita Gose from Flora Hall Brewing, located in Ottawa, Ontario.

Silver: 24-2 Brett Stock Ale, brewed by Blindman Brewing in Lacombe, Alberta.

Bronze: Foeder Aged Brett Dubbel, another creation by Flora Hall Brewing in Ottawa, Ontario.

Gold: Dwarf Sour Cherry Saison, crafted by Blindman Brewing, also situated in Lacombe, Alberta.

Silver Medal: Wild Raspberry from Whistle Buoy Brewing Co., located in Victoria, BC.

Bronze Medal: Bloom Culture 2 brewed by Cold Garden Beverage Company, based in Calgary, AB.

Gold Medal: Two Pillars Blonde produced by Two Pillars Brewery, also in Calgary, AB.

Silver Medal: Luminous Belgian Blond crafted by Category 12 Brewing, situated in Saanichton, BC.

Bronze: Wildflower Belgian Blond, brought to you by Wild Winds Brewery from Calgary, AB

Gold: Saison Tradition, crafted by Brasseurs du Monde located in Saint-Hyacinthe, QC

Silver: Valor, a creation of Tooth and Nail Brewing Company based in Ottawa, ON

Bronze: Saison Davenport, produced by Shacklands Brewing Co. in Toronto, ON

Silver: Antigoon by Dageraad Brewing, located in Burnaby, BC

Bronze: Trip D’Automne from Siboire in Sherbrooke, QC

Gold: Friar Belgian Quad crafted by Dog Mountain Brewing, based in Port Alberni, BC

Silver: Two Pillars Dark Strong from Two Pillars Brewery in Calgary, AB

Bronze: Belgian Dark Strong, Deadfall Brewing Company, Prince George, BC

Gold: Frutillada, Microbrasserie La Souche, Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury, QC

Silver: Madder Than A Wet Hen, Full Beard Brewing Co., Timmins, ON

Bronze: Dad Jokes Corny Lager, Farm Country Brewing, Langley, BC

Gold: Cencerro Cerveza from Cowbell Brewing Co. located in Blyth, Ontario.

Silver: Mellow Moon Pineapple Hefeweizen crafted by Big Rock Brewery in Calgary, Alberta.

Bronze: Peach Cream Ale produced by Tin Whistle Brewing Company based in Penticton, British Columbia.

Gold: Rosé Changeling created by Brassneck Brewery in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Silver: Brewers’ Getaway, Prairie Dog Brewing, Calgary, AB

Bronze: Cellar Door Cab Syrah Saison, Abandoned Rail Brewing Co., Penticton, BC

Gold: Fuego, Cabin Brewing Company, Calgary, AB

Silver: London Fog Dark Mild, Smithers Brewing Company, Smithers, BC

Bronze: Moscow Mule Ale from Beach Fire Brewing Company located in Campbell River, BC.

Gold: Das Winter Projekt produced by Frampton Brasse in Frampton, QC.

Silver: Zweihander crafted by Jackknife Brewing based in Kelowna, BC.

Bronze: Scotch Ale Fumée De L’Île D’Orléans by Microbrasserie de L’Île d’Orléans in Sainte-Famille, QC.

Gold: Solitude from Tatamagouche Brewing Co., located in Tatamagouche, NS

Silver: Levitation by Nokomis Craft Ales, based in Nokomis, SK

Bronze: Mammoth created by Sons of Kent Brewing Co., from Chatham, ON

Gold: Sauvage produced by Tanner & Co. Brewing, situated in Chester Basin, NS

Silver Medal: Cherry Blossom Sake Lager by Tin Whistle Brewing Company, located in Penticton, BC.

Bronze Medal: Sugar Shack Canadian Maple Lager from Ucluelet Brewing Co., based in Ucluelet, BC.

Gold Medal: Humble Lager crafted by Grey Fox Brewing, situated in Kelowna, BC.

Silver Medal: Whistler Forager Gluten Free Lager produced by Whistler Brewing Co., in Whistler, BC.

Bronze Award: Buckwild Stout from Grey Fox Brewing located in Kelowna, BC.

Gold Award: Cream Ale crafted by Anderson Craft Ales in London, ON.

Silver Award: Pirates Treasure Golden Ale produced by Taylight Brewing in Port Coquitlam, BC.

Bronze Award: Birra Fanelli Blonde from Birra Fanelli in Sorel-Tracy, QC.

Different styles of beer were evaluated in the concluding round of the 2022 Canada Beer Cup.

Gold Medal: Showboat, Beva Brewing, North Vancouver, BC

Silver Medal: Neon Panther, Parallel 49 Brewing, Vancouver, BC

Bronze Medal: Flannel Pyjamas Grand Cru, Camp Beer Co., Langley, BC

Gold: Tart Wild (Serie Selvatica), Luppolo Brewing Company, Vancouver, BC

Silver: Adventure Series, Tin Whistle Brewing Company, Penticton, BC

Bronze: Main Street Brewing, Main St. Brewing, Vancouver, BC

Gold: Drinking Buddies, Blindman Brewing, Lacombe, AB

Silver: I Love You For Sentimental Reasons IPA, The Second Wedge Brewing Co., Uxbridge, ON

Bronze: A Moment In The Sun, Annex Ales, Calgary, AB

Gold: Ale Architect Label Innovation, Ale Architect, Edmonton, AB

Silver: Lil’ Helper, Cabin Brewing Company, Calgary, AB

Bronze: 100 Pack, Anderson Craft Ales, London, ON

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From wine and beer to delicious apéritifs, these alcohol-free options are perfect for Sober October and beyond.

Sam Burros is a writer, producer, and cook who collaborates with the Food and Lifestyle team at PEOPLE. Before joining PEOPLE, he served as an editorial fellow for Food Network, worked as a reporter for Heritage Radio Network, and tested recipes for Alison Roman’s third cookbook, Sweet Enough. Prior to his transition into food media, Burros studied theatre at NYU Tisch School of the Arts, where he connected with creative partners in theatre, film, and television, culminating in the production of Miss Jordan’s Spring 2020 Production, which can be streamed on Broadstream.

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Bero

The superhero actor has introduced a refreshing drink option for those embracing sobriety. Spider-Man‘s Tom Holland, who made the decision to stop drinking in January 2022, launched three non-alcoholic beers under his new label Bero. The beverages, which include Kingston Golden Pils, Edge Hill Hazy IPA, and Noon Wheat, aim to fill the gap Holland experienced in the non-alcoholic drink market. “My first year sober was really difficult, and had I had Bero, I think it would have been easier,” Holland shared with Forbes.

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Non-Alcoholic Loverboy

Summer House star Carl Radke has once again teamed up with his best friend Kyle Cooke to introduce non-alcoholic Loverboy sparkling hard teas towards the end of 2023. These exciting canned mocktails are crafted to mimic the playful and vibrant design of their alcoholic siblings. Radke, who has shared his journey of sobriety openly, expressed to PEOPLE that this initiative was ideal “from an authenticity standpoint.”

“People always ask me, ‘How are you still having fun but not drinking?’” he shared. “I’ve become more at ease over time in social settings, but the essential thing for me is having something in my hand, something that makes you feel involved.”

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De Soi

Katy Perry is honored to be a co-founder of De Soi, a collection of sparkling, non-alcoholic apéritifs, created alongside distiller Morgan McLachlan. These bittersweet botanical drinks, inspired by French traditions, are designed to be enjoyed slowly before meals to stimulate the appetite. They are available in four unique flavors: Spritz Italiano, Golden Hour, Champignon Dreams, and Purple Lune, which happens to be Perry’s favorite.

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Betty Buzz

Blake Lively first unveiled her brand featuring sparkling mixers before moving on to include canned cocktails under the sister brand, Betty Booze. The journey continues with mocktails! These new non-alcoholic offerings are the alcohol-free counterparts of existing Betty Booze flavors, minus the bourbon and tequila.

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Athletic Brewing Company

Notable figures such as J.J. Watt, Justin Tuck, and chef David Chang have invested in this innovative beer company that specializes in crafting a variety of non-alcoholic brews—ranging from IPAs and lagers to golden ales, darks, and sours. J.J. Watt shared his thoughts on the importance of balance, stating, “When you want to enjoy the Badger game on Friday night but have a game to play on Sunday…” alongside a tweet that featured an image of his refrigerator stocked with their beer.

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Fosé Rosé Wine

When Luann de Lesseps embarked on her sobriety journey, she sought a non-alcoholic alternative that was low in sugar yet rich in flavor. De Lesseps desired to create a drink that resembled rosé, delivering the essence of an exquisite sparkling rosé without the alcohol content. She expressed this vision to PEOPLE in 2021, stating that her Fosé Rosé non-alcoholic sparkling wine is “the closest you can get to a rosé, without actually drinking rosé.”

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Kin Euphorics

In September 2021, Bella Hadid revealed her latest project: co-founding a non-alcoholic, botanical-infused seltzer brand designed to boost focus and creativity while promoting positive feelings. The brand features innovative flavors such as Picklesecco.

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NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Are you prepared for this? Urban South Brewery has unveiled a new beer inspired by Taylor Swift, called “The Eras Pour,” and it features a delightful pink color!

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The brewery has recently introduced this latest creation, which is a guava-flavored blonde ale. Alongside “The Eras Pour,” Urban South has rolled out additional Swift-themed brews such as “Red,” a carrot sour, “Midnights,” a light lager, “Fearless,” a strawberry lager, and “Speak Now,” a grape sour.

<p“The Eras Pour” is exclusively available at their taproom and will remain there until the last drop is served.

This beer was crafted with the intention of allowing Swifties’ parents to connect with their children.

Urban South Brewery can be found at 1645 Tchoupitoulas St.

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