Minnesota Breweries Shine at 2024 World Beer Cup: Little Düssel Do-Ya, Doppelbock or Eisbock, Dortmunder/Export or German-Style Oktoberfest and Fruit Beers Awarded

Six Minnesota breweries stood out at the 2024 World Beer Cup, winning medals in various categories. These breweries showcased their world-class beers at the Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America.

Bent Paddle Brewing Co. in Duluth won a gold medal for its Little Düssel Do-Ya beer in the German-style Altbier category. This beer also placed second in the German Ale category at the Minnesota Brewers Cup this year.

Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub in Minneapolis took home a gold medal for Doppelbock or Eisbock with their December release of Doppelbock.

Lupulin Brewing in Big Lake won a silver medal for Dortmunder/Export or German-Style Oktoberfest beer for its limited-release Dortmunder beer.

Excelsior Brewing Company’s Big Island Citrus Blonde Ale earned a silver medal in the Fruit Beer category, adding a fruity twist to their popular Big Island Blonde Ale.

BeerClub Brewing in Mora received a bronze medal for Doppel Bock beer, which is their customer favorite, and is part of their German-Style Doppelbock or Eisbock category.

Pryes Brewing Co. of Minneapolis won a bronze medal for Idyll Forest Soirée as part of their Mixed Fermentation program, which falls under the Mixed-Culture Brett Beer category at the World Beer Cup competition. The competition is organized by the Brewers Association, a nonprofit trade association supporting small and independent American craft brewers