Basqueland Best Brewery at the Barcelona Beer Challenge 2026

Basqueland Brewing makes history, crowned “Brewery of the Year” for the fourth time at the Barcelona Beer Challenge 2026.

Basqueland Brewing has once again risen to the top of the European beer scene, being named Brewery of the Year at the 11th edition of the Barcelona Beer Challenge (BBC) 2026. The brewery took home the top honor after securing a total of eight medals across a wide range of styles:

1. 🥇 Zugarramurdi (Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout)
2. 🥇 Max Drift (Oat Cream IPA)
3. 🥇 Kokonesia (Pastry Imperial Stout)
4. 🥇 Hero West Coast IPA (Sin Alcohol)
5. 🥈 Omako Basoa (Pastry Imperial Stout)
6. 🥈 Jolly Good (English Porter)
7. 🥈 Fugu (Japanese Rice Lager)
8. 🥉 Pink Flamingo (Fruit Sour)

This historic achievement marks Basqueland’s fourth title in just six years (2021, 2022, 2024, and 2026). The award was announced during the prestigious ceremony held at Fira de Barcelona Montjuïc, as part of the Barcelona Beer Festival and the InnBrew convention.

A growing international legacy

“Making history at the Barcelona Beer Challenge for the fourth time is an incredible honor, especially in such a competitive and technologically demanding year,” said Basqueland Brewing. “This award confirms that our commitment to diversity — from our complex barrel-aged stouts to our pioneering alcohol-free IPAs — meets the highest international standards.”

The 2026 competition featured nearly 200 breweries from 16 countries, with more than 1,000 beers entered. Basqueland’s consistent performance further cements its reputation as a leading force in the “golden age” of Basque craft beer.

About Basqueland Brewing

Based in Hernani (Gipuzkoa), Basqueland Brewing was founded with the mission of crafting world-class beer in the Basque Country. Known for its “true-to-style” philosophy and constant innovation, Basqueland — backed by Corporación Hijos de Rivera since 2025 — has become one of Europe’s most awarded breweries, continuously pushing the boundaries of flavor and quality.

About the Barcelona Beer Challenge

The Barcelona Beer Challenge is the leading international beer competition in Southern Europe. Established in 2016, its mission is to promote excellence and provide consumers with a high-level mark of quality. The 11th edition (2026) featured a global jury and cutting-edge sensory analysis technology.

More at barcelonabeerchallenge.com y barcelonabeerfestival.com