Oregon’s vibrant craft beverage scene has once again captured national attention, with breweries and cideries from the Beaver State bringing home an impressive haul of 33 awards from the prestigious 2025 World Beer Cup. This year’s competition saw Oregon breweries recognized with a total of 24 accolades, underscoring the state’s reputation as a powerhouse in the brewing industry.
Oregon Brewers Dominate with 24 World Beer Cup Awards
The state’s breweries collectively earned 8 Gold, 9 Silver, and 7 Bronze medals, showcasing a remarkable breadth of quality and innovation across various beer styles. Among the standout performers was Breakside Brewery, with locations in Milwaukie and Portland. Breakside Brewery was a significant winner, securing a total of 6 awards, including 3 Gold, 2 Silver, and 1 Bronze medal. This impressive showing highlights their consistent dedication to brewing excellence.
pFriem Family Brewers, based in Hood River, also demonstrated its brewing prowess by receiving 3 awards: 2 Gold and 1 Silver. Similarly, Deschutes Brewery, with operations in Bend and Portland, was honored with 3 awards, comprising 1 Gold, 1 Silver, and 1 Bronze. ColdFire Brewing rounded out the notable brewery successes, earning 2 awards, specifically 1 Silver and 1 Bronze medal.
Cideries Share in Oregon’s Success Story
The recognition extends beyond beer, with Oregon cider makers also achieving significant success at the 2025 World Beer Cup. The state’s cider producers collectively won 9 awards. A particularly noteworthy achievement was the sweep in the Tanic Cider and No/Low-Tannin Cider categories, demonstrating a clear dominance in these specialized areas.
2 Towns Ciderhouse emerged as a major player in the cider competition, winning 6 awards. Portland Cider Co. also contributed to Oregon’s cider triumph, securing multiple awards. This dual success in both beer and cider categories paints a comprehensive picture of Oregon’s thriving craft beverage landscape.
A Testament to Oregon’s Craft Beverage Excellence
The collective performance at the 2025 World Beer Cup serves as a powerful testament to the skill, creativity, and dedication of Oregon’s brewers and cider makers. Winning on a global stage like the World Beer Cup is a significant achievement, reflecting the high standards maintained throughout the state’s craft beverage sector. From the well-established names to the emerging talents, Oregon continues to set benchmarks in quality and flavor. This news brings significant recognition to the state’s breweries and cideries, reinforcing their position as leaders in the national and international craft beverage community. The ongoing innovation and commitment to quality ensure that Oregon’s beer and cider will continue to be celebrated for years to come.
